
The Politics of Conflict and Violence MA, PGDip, PGCert, by distance learning
Course overview
This degree will provide you with the skills and resources necessary to ask critical questions about the politics of conflict and violence in the modern world. Combining theoretical and empirical approaches, you will explore the politics, sites, logics, technologies and ethics of conflict and violence. You will complete two core modules and then choose two option modules which, along with your chosen dissertation subject, allow you to focus on your preferred specialisms.
You will have the opportunity to conduct advanced study on subjects which include: This course is suitable if you have an academic background in (but not limited to) international relations, politics, political theory, war studies, terrorism studies, history, human rights, journalism, philosophy or law. The course will benefit you if you are seeking professional development and enhanced employability in relevant sectors such as non-governmental organisations, the military, media, private security, the UN or other international organisations. Distance learning gives you the flexibility to tailor your study around your other commitments and gain your qualification whilst still working.
2:1 degree or equivalent in Politics, History, International Relations or another related subject. Equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered. IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
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Key highlights
- Explores the politics, sites, logics, technologies and ethics of violence
- Combines theoretical and empirical approaches to modern conflict
- Two core modules plus two option modules of your choice
- Dissertation lets you focus on your preferred specialism
- Distance learning lets you study flexibly while still working
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include Politics, History, International Relations
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
You are entitled to a discount of 20% of the new course fee.
Up to 20% of feesChancellor's International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship
This scholarship, worth £3,000 per year, reflects the University’s commitment to attracting talented students from around the world.
Up to £3,000Chevening Scholarship
Chevening-Leicester Partner Scholarship
Distance Learning (DL) Sanctuary Awards
Distance Learning Merit Scholarship
The awards available are: MA: £800, PGDip: £500, PGCert: £300
International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship
International Merit Scholarship worth a tuition fee discount of £5,000.
Leicester Postgraduate Partnership Scholarship
Enjoy a 20% fee discount on a selection of postgraduate taught courses at either University of Leicester or De Montfort University.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- NGO programme officer
- Conflict and security analyst
- International organisation policy officer
- Journalist covering conflict and security
- Private security risk analyst
- Military officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,800; £6,525; £3,265 | International: £9,800; £6,525; £3,265
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Leicester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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