MSc Conflict Resolution and Peacebuilding at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Study this innovative, interdisciplinary and cutting-edge programme, designed to provide you with crucial opportunities to explore the political, social, economic, legal, and psychological dimensions shaping the transformation of violent conflict. The programme arrives at a critical juncture, when global manifestations of conflict are both escalating and becoming more diverse, while the current conflict transformation and peacebuilding paradigm is under review. Dominant forms of conflict resolution are increasingly inappropriate - our world needs new forms of expertise and innovative practice in conflict transformation.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences | Department: School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies | Duration: One year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will take a combination of mandatory and optional taught units within the School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies. Each unit is delivered over the course of 12 weeks and assessed by an analytical and research-based essay (or equivalent other work). The taught section of the programme is followed by a dissertation unit.

Career pathways

Bristol graduates are in high demand and have an excellent record of employment following graduation. Students of our MSc programmes go on to pursue varied and interesting careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need a strong second-class honours degree (55% or higher) or an international equivalent in any discipline. If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. English language: profile level E.

Domestic applicants: GBP 18,800 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 30,400 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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