Rotary Peace Fellows at UQ study a 24-unit Master of Peace and Conflict Studies (MPaCS), an 18-month academic program commencing in February each year.
Studying the MPaCS builds your understanding of the forces driving contemporary conflict, as well as the processes and practices that support conflict prevention, resolution, mediation, and peacebuilding. Graduates leave with expert knowledge and advanced practical skills to engage in conflict resolution and peacebuilding in a global context.
The MPaCS is a coursework-based degree designed to enhance both conceptual and empirical expertise, along with strong research and analytical skills in the field of peace and conflict studies. It also offers the possibility for a Masters research thesis. Overall, students gain advanced insight into how conflicts emerge and how they can be managed and resolved through nonviolent approaches.
Topics span local to global contexts and include:
- Peacebuilding and post-conflict recovery
- Conflict resolution and prevention
- Indigenous approaches to conflict resolution
- Mediation and negotiation
- Nonviolence
- Gender and security
- Peace and development
The MPaCS is suited to those seeking careers in government, non-government organisations, or the private sector. Students benefit from:
- A diverse student cohort from a wide range of countries and professional backgrounds
- Teaching staff who are internationally recognised as leaders in their fields
- Small-group learning environments
- Convenient scheduling, with most on-campus classes held in the evening
For program details and course outlines, click here.
For more information, download the Fact Sheet.