2006 Program Information
- About The Program
- Contacts For Enquiries
- Entry Requirements & Admission Procedures
- Advanced Master Requirements
- Masters Requirements
- Graduate Diploma Requirements
- Graduate Certificate Requirements
To view the Peace and Conflict Resolution Postgraduate Brochure please click here.
About the Peace & Conflict Resolution Program
Recent international crises and those emerging in our own Asia-Pacific region highlight the need for greater understanding of the political, economic and social factors that affect security and stability. The tragic human costs of conflict are exemplified most recently by the renewed threat of insurgency and terrorism or by the humanitarian crises in Iraq, Afghanistan, central Africa and the Balkans. There is no doubt that the world needs greater expertise in alleviating tensions and more effective strategies for promoting peace and stability. Particularly important is the ability to address conflicts before they begin to escalate.
Our postgraduate programs in Peace and Conflict Resolution are designed to provide students with the skills necessary to make a significant contribution to such attempts at reducing or preventing conflict. We offer a comprehensive education, providing students with the necessary background in such domains as conflict resolution, mediation, peacebuilding, peacekeeping and human rights work. In doing so we aim not only to provide students with exciting professional opportunities, but also to make a contribution towards a more stable and peaceful future.
Our programs are designed to address these needs. We aim to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills that they need to engage in conflict resolution, peacekeeping and peacebuilding in the contemporary global context.
The School offers four specialised coursework degrees concerned with peace and conflict as part of our broader postgraduate International Studies program. These degrees are:
- Advanced Master of International Studies (Peace and Conflict Studies)
- Master of International Studies (Peace and Conflict Studies)
- Graduate Diploma in International Studies (Peace and Conflict Studies)
- Graduate Certificate in International Studies (Peace and Conflict Studies)
The degrees are tailored for students who seek employment in either government agencies or the private sector.
Particular strengths of the program include:
- Students can balance their study load by electing to take from between one and four courses per semester
- Teaching staff are recognised as being world class in their respective fields
- You will study with people from a wide range of countries and professions
- Teaching is conducted in small groups and most classes are held in the evening
- Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate meets the entry requirements for the Graduate Diploma and Masters degrees
- The degrees (Certificate, Diploma, Masters and Advanced Masters) are articulated so that successful completion of one constitutes an element of the next level of qualification.
Contact Details for Further Enquiries
Further enquiries concerning the Peace and Conflict Resolution Program curriculum should be directed to:
Dr Roland Bleiker
Director, Postgraduate Programs in Peace and Conflict Resolution
School of Political Science & International Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland 4072
Telephone: 3365 1068 (International prefix +61 7, Interstate callers +07)
Facsimile: 3365 1388 (International prefix +61 7, Interstate callers +07)
Email: bleiker@uq.edu.au
Administrative and admission enquiries should be directed to:
The Student Enquiries Officer
School of Political Science & International Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland 4072
Telephone: 3346 9544 (International prefix +61 7, Interstate callers +07)
Facsimile: 3365 1388 (International prefix +61 7, Interstate callers +07)
Email: pols@uq.edu.au
Entry Requirements & Admission Procedures
For a student to gain admission to the Graduate Certificate in International Studies they must either to hold an approved degree; or have completed post-secondary studies and have relevant experience approved by the Executive Dean; and satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is qualified for admission.
For a student to gain admission to the Graduate Diploma in International Studies they must either hold a Graduate Certificate in Intentional Studies from this University with a GPA of 4.5; or an approved degree; and satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is qualified for admission.
For a student to gain admission to the Master of International Studies they must either hold a Graduate Diploma in International Studies from this University with a GPA of 4.5; or an approved degree; and satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is qualified for admission.
For a student to gain admission to the Advanced Master of International Studies they must either hold a Graduate Diploma in International Studies from this University with a GPA of 4.5; or an approved degree; and satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is qualified for admission.
For 2006, first semester courses start in the week beginning 27 February. Mid-year entry is also possible with applications needing to be received no later than 30June 2006. Second semester courses commence on 24 July 2006.
Entry into the program for Australian students is coordinated by the School of Political Science & International Studies. Entry into the program for international students is coordinated by the University's International Admissions Section (IAS)-see http://www.uq.edu.au/international.
Application forms for domestic students can be obtained from: http://www.uq.edu.au/study/forms/postgrad/ApplicPostgradCourse.pdf
Application forms for international students can be obtained from:
http://www.uq.edu.au/study/forms/international/InternatGradCourseworkAppForm.pdf
Completed forms and supporting documentation should be returned to -
For Domestic Applicants:
Academic & Student Support Officer
School of Political Science & International Studies
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland 4072
For International Applicants:
The Manager
International Admissions Section
Level 2, JD Story Building
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland 4072
AUSTRALIA
Prospective students are notified in writing of the outcome of their application. If you receive an offer of admission to the program you are required to confirm your place by enrolling electronically via The University of Queensland’s
mySI-Net web site (
https://www.sinet.uq.edu.au/ ).
Advanced Master of International Studies (Peace & Conflict Resolution)
UQ Program Code: 5312
Duration: 4 semesters FT or PT equivalent
Mode of Study: Internal
The program requires students to complete #32 units comprising:
· #10 from the course listed under Part A
· #10 - #12 from the courses listed under Part B
· #10 - #12 from the courses listed under Part C
Program Requirements
Master of International Studies (Peace & Conflict Resolution)
UQ Program Code: 5339
Duration: 3 semesters FT or PT equivalent
Mode of Study: Internal
The program requires students to complete #24 units comprising:
· #4 from the course listed under Part A
· #10 - #12 from the courses listed under Part B
· #8 - #10 from the courses listed under Part C
Graduate Diploma of International Studies (Peace & Conflict Resolution)
UQ Program Code: 5338
Duration: 2 semesters FT or PT equivalent
Mode of Study: Internal
The program requires students to complete #16 units comprising:
#4 for the course listed under Part A
#8 from the courses listed under Part B
#4 from the courses listed under Part C
Graduate Certificate in International Studies (Peace & Conflict Resolution)
UQ Program Code: 5337
Duration: 1 semester FT or PT equivalent
Mode of Study: Internal
The program requires students to complete #8 units comprising:
#4 for the course listed under Part A
#4 from the courses listed under Part B