Peace and Development Studies II

Education facts

Code: 1FU203

This course provides a more in¬-depth analysis of the complex linkages between peace, conflict, development and human security, including major theoretical debates on violence, responses to armed conflicts, sustainable development, good governance and political aspects of peace and development, among others. Theories explaining the causes of conflict are related to different conflict transformation strategies. Students will also discuss the actors, mechanisms and policies within the international development work that promote democracy and political development. They study different dimensions of sustainable development and analyze strategies for poverty reduction. The semester finishes with an experiential research methods module where students cooperate to develop, implement and analyze a survey on a peace and development topic.

Entry requirements

1FU123 Peace and Development Studies 1-30 credits, or the equivalent.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Peace and Development Studies II

  Linnaeus University (Kalmar Växjö)

  VÄXJÖ

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %