The MA Peace, Resilience and Social Justice at the University of Bradford is designed for aspiring scholars and practitioners who seek to understand and address the complex, intersecting crises of our time. You will critically explore the contested meanings of peace, resilience, and social justice, examining how social-ecological systems, conflict, and inequality shape our world. This postgraduate programme is ideal if you are driven to analyse how diverse actors engage with these challenges, seeking to rethink existing practices and foster more sustainable, equitable communities through rigorous academic inquiry and applied research.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is studied over one year, offering a dynamic learning experience informed by the University of Bradford's international reputation in peace studies. You will engage with core concepts in social-ecological systems, conflict resolution, and development, with opportunities to explore specialisms like African politics, gender and development, or natural resource governance. Through a combination of taught modules and a significant dissertation, you will develop advanced research and analytical skills, preparing you for impactful careers in international development, policy, activism, or further academic study.