BS Peace and Conflict Studies

The Bachelor’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies provides insight and in-depth knowledge of the concepts of Peace studies. It equips graduates to analyze and provide conclusions about ideologies and global scenarios that govern them. It will grant candidates the information and knowledge of the act of peaceful settlement of disputes be it nationally or globally. It will produce professionals who have the immense amount of knowledge to play the role of a peacemaker for our country. In a country like Pakistan with ongoing issues, it is now a necessity to have well-educated professionals who will be able to debate at any forum for peace and to avoid any conflict. 

Duration/ Credit Hours

• 4 years (8 semesters)

AFFILIATIONS & ACCREDITATION

Some HEC recognized universities offering BS in Peace and Conflict Studies are: 

• National Defense University
• Minhaj University Lahore
• National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad
• Shah  Abdul  Latif University, Khairpur
• University of Peshawar

SCOPE AND CAREER

The scope and career after a BS degree in Peace and Conflict Studies include:

• A diplomat officer
• Lecturer
• A credible researcher
• Human Resources and Trauma Consultants
• Legal Advocate

SYLLABUS & COURSES

Some HEC approved core and elective courses of BS in Peace and Conflict Studies are:

• English
• Introduction to Sociology 
• Introduction to Political Science
• Introduction to Psychology 
• Introduction to Economics
• Introduction to International Relations
• Introduction to Gender Studies
• Fundamental of Management 
• Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies
• Concepts of Peace and Conflict
• Socio-Cultural Dimensions of Conflicts in Pakistan 
• Concepts of Peace Building
• Alternative Dispute Resolutions
• Theories of Peace and Conflict
• Conflict Analysis
• Non-Violent Movements of the World
• State and Human Security
• Traditional and Non-Traditional Security Paradigm
• Contemporary Global Conflicts
• Global Perspective on Peace Building
• Conflicts and Cooperation in South Asia
• Youth Development/
• Welfare
• International and Regional Organizations in Peacekeeping
• Peace Leadership of contemporary World and Nobel Peace Laureates
• Social Policy and Planning
• Research Report/ Dissertation
• Political Tolerance
• History of Peace Movements
• Reconstructing the Term Conflict
• Peace Building in Practice
• Religions and Militancy
• Insurgency and Terrorism
• Human Rights and Humanitarian Law
• Global Power Politics and Peace
• Gender, Peace, and Security
• Peace Leadership in South Asia
• Research Projects and Internship
• Crime and Justice
• Dispute Settlement Mechanisms amongst the Pakhtun Ethnic Group
• Anglo-Russian Treaties and Contemporary Border Issues of Pakistan
• Pakhtun Nationalism and Pakhtun Islamization Pak-Afghan Region
• Conflict Management and Local Administration in Pakhtun Region
• Human Growth and Behavior
• Interpersonal and intergroup processes
• Research methodology of Peace and Conflict Studies
• The welfare system of Islam and Contemporary Studies of Peace and Conflict Studies
• Terrorism & Political Violence
• Nations and Nationalism
• Religion, Peace, and Conflict

WHY CHOOSE THIS PROGRAM?

To initiate peace studies as a core field in the academic world in response to the emerging needs of situations in and around Pakistan and the region. To promote understanding of peace by creating a base of professional graduates in the discipline. Candidates with an interest in peace studies should apply for this degree program.

RELATED COURSES

• BS Gender Studies
• BS Development Studies

FURTHER STUDY

The students who have an interest in doing research work in the field are encouraged to pursue a master’s degree in peace and conflict studies. Students can opt for any diploma in peace and conflict studies. After obtaining a master’s degree they will have an opportunity to go for a Ph.D. as well. The options for a master’s degree in Peace and Conflict Studies lie within the country and at international institutes as well.

STUDY ABROAD

• MA in Peace and Conflict Studies at University of Manchester, United Kingdom
• MSc International Conflict and Cooperation at University of Stirling, United Kingdom
• MSc International Conflict and Cooperation at University of Leeds, Faculty of Social Sciences, Leeds, United Kingdom 
• M.A. in Conflict Resolution at Georgetown University - Graduate School of Arts & Sciences, Washington, United States of America
• Master in Peace and Conflict Transformation at University of Norway, Norway
• Master’s in International Peace and Conflict Resolution at Arcadia University Department of Historical and Political Studies, United States of America
• Master's Degree in Human Rights and Peace in Mexico