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PostgraduateMA

Peace and Conflict Studies

University of York
York, England
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2 yearsDuration
£13,450Per Year (Intl)
£6,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of York, the MA Peace and Conflict Studies provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 2-year part-time structure. Develop an in-depth understanding of the nature of contemporary armed conflicts, transitions from war to peace, and challenges of post-war peacebuilding. Explore the context of contemporary armed conflict and war, and subsequently how peace is forged at the local and national levels, all the time taking into account the interplay between domestic and international actors. You'll have the opportunity to undertake a fieldwork placement, where you'll apply your skills to a professional setting and conduct research to inform your dissertation. International tuition fees are £13,450 per year, home/UK fees are £6,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Theories of Conflict and Peace
Contemporary Armed Conflicts
Peacebuilding and Post-Conflict Reconstruction
Transitional Justice and Reconciliation
International Intervention and Mediation
Qualitative Research Methods
Fieldwork Placement and Professional Practice
MA Dissertation Research Seminar
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,450

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£26,900

Home Student Fee

£6,000

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
40%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
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About University of York

University of York offers Peace and Conflict Studies as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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