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Conflict, Security and Development at University of Birmingham - UCAS

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Course summary

Tackle global peace and conflict issues. This course will prepare you to support and create peaceful governance in conflict areas by engaging with critical debates on accountability, human rights, and democratisation. Gain practical and academic expertise for impactful careers in international development, government, or NGOs. You'll benefit from international fieldwork, flexible modules, and strong academic support, equipping you to lead in conflict analysis, good governance, and international risk management. Why study this course at Birmingham? This course stands out for its international focus on developing countries, interdisciplinary approach, and integration of academic rigor with practical application. You'll benefit from overseas fieldwork, a highly regarded International Development Department, and strong academic support. The flexible programme, taught by expert faculty, accommodates diverse backgrounds and prepares you for impactful careers in conflict analysis, governance, and international risk management. Join a vibrant, global community and gain the skills and connections needed to excel in NGOs, government agencies, and international organisations. -* International Focus:* Specialise in conflict and governance issues in developing countries, aligning with global policy debates.

  • Interdisciplinary Approach: Study diverse fields such as human rights, corruption, and state-building for comprehensive understanding.
  • Practical Experience: Benefit from overseas fieldwork opportunities, enhancing real-world skills in conflict analysis and management.
  • Strong Support: Join an internationally well-regarding department where experienced and friendly faculty members will provide you with personalised guidance and support
Career opportunities This programme provides a framework for exploring academic synergies and for students to undertake genuinely interdisciplinary study. Students leaving this programme will be academically well-trained but also be in a position to undertake careers in conflict analysis, good governance and management in the developing world. This offers careers in NGOs, Government agencies and international organisations as well as organisations concerned with international risk and business within conflict areas.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Entry requirements

An upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university or an equivalent professional qualification in a relevant field (the equivalent US Grade Point Average is 3.2) or: A lower second-class Honours degree from an approved university with excellent work experience. Adequate capacity in written and spoken English. Degrees from all disciplines are considered and a candidate's work experience can also be taken into consideration. International Students You can satisfy our English language requirements in two ways: by holding an English language qualification to the right level - IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band by taking and successfully completing one of our English courses for international students


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Conflict, Security and Development at University of Birmingham - UCAS