MA Conflict, Governance and Global Development with a Placement Year at University of East Anglia

You’ll delve into the study of comparative politics and gain a deep understanding of the complex relationship between governance, violent conflict, and development. This dynamic programme equips you with the critical thinking and practical skills needed to navigate and respond to today’s most pressing global issues. In this course, you’ll explore these urgent questions and more.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Global Development  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Entry points: September; next start January 2027  |  Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll study issues of democracy, peace, and conflict. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Conflict, Civil Wars and Peace, Research Approaches for Dissertation or Analytical Report (spring Starters), Placement Preparation (faculty of Social Science), Democracy and Development. Placement Year: Postgraduate Placement Year (faculty of Social Sciences).

Career pathways

With an MA Conflict, Governance and Global Development with a Placement Year degree, you could launch a career in: International organisations, Non-governmental organisations, Local and national governments, Charities, Private sector, consultancy organisations and think tanks.

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