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PostgraduateMA

Conflict, Development and Human Rights

Swansea University
Swansea, Wales
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2 yearsDuration
£10,200Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MA Conflict, Development and Human Rights at Swansea University. Based in Swansea, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. Conflict, development, and human rights are deeply interconnected themes shaping societies, particularly in the Global South. Conflict, whether armed, political, or social; often disrupts development, undermining economic growth, governance, and social cohesion. Conversely, inclusive development can mitigate conflict by addressing inequality and marginalisation. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 77% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

International Human Rights Law and Practice
Conflict Analysis and Peacebuilding Strategies
Development Economics and Global Inequality
Governance
Institutions and State-Building
Research Methods for Social Sciences
Rights-Based Approaches to Development Policy
Case Studies in Conflict and Development
Dissertation or Research Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£10,200

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£20,400

Home Student Fee

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Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Swansea University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£24,000£28,000£33,000
3 years£19,500£24,500£31,500
5 years£24,500£31,500£41,500
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

58%Working
19%Studying
17%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Swansea University

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