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The Politics of Conflict and Violence PGCert by distance learning

University of Leicester

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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Certificate

  • Location

    Online

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    12-OCT-26

  • Duration

    12 Months

Course summary

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: the politics of war and peace the politics of nuclear weapons and arms control humanitarian intervention the political legacies of conflict the changing character of war the nature and theoretical conceptualisation of violence 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.

Tuition fees

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£ 136month

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

  • University League Table

    33rd

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, University Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom

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With over 100 years of excellence, the University of Leicester is globally respected for world-leading research and inspiring teaching.
Leicester’s central UK location offers easy access to major cities, with London just one hour away by train.
Leicester is a vibrant, welcoming city with students from 150+ countries, celebrating diversity across cultures and faiths.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    39th out of 77 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    103 52%

    56th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    67.0 67%

    38th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    19th

    11

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