The MA in Peace and Development Studies at the University of Limerick offers a critical examination of global challenges, equipping you to understand and address the complex interplay between conflict, security, and development. This postgraduate programme is ideal for those seeking to deepen their knowledge of peacebuilding strategies, conflict resolution, and sustainable development practices. You will explore contemporary case studies and theoretical frameworks, engaging with debates on international co-operation, global justice, and political economy, preparing you for impactful work in a vital field.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over one year, engaging with core modules such as Graduate Research Methods and Graduate Seminars in Peacebuilding and Development. The curriculum is structured to build your analytical skills through coursework and a significant dissertation, allowing you to delve deeply into a chosen area of peace and development studies. You will have the opportunity to select elective modules in areas like international relations, political theory, and European governance, graduating with a comprehensive understanding and the practical skills necessary for careers in international organisations, NGOs, government, or further academic research.