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Security, Conflict and International Development PGCert by distance learning

University of Leicester

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Course options

  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert

  • Location

    Online

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    12-OCT-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Course description

This degree will provide you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the range of activities that underpin contemporary humanitarianism. Focusing on the dynamics and transformations of conflict in the 21st century, this degree explores the overlapping security, justice and developmental challenges of countries experiencing and emerging from conflict.

Designed specifically for those currently working - or hoping to work - in humanitarian activities or international development, the degree explores the myriad challenges that humanitarian agencies face when operating across the world. Covering issues such as conflict prevention, security sector reform, post-conflict justice and the rule of law, this degree offers you the space to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the key challenges that confront humanitarian community today.

Teaching and learning

You are provided with a weekly reading list accompanied by questions or exercises designed by the Course Convenor to get you thinking and help you engage critically with that week’s literature.

The best way to make sense of what you read is to discuss it with others. Learning is a collaborative process and this is why the online forums accessed through Blackboard are central to our teaching. Each week you should use these forums to discuss your reading, ask questions, share ideas and debate arguments.

Alongside your weekly reading and discussions you are expected to complete module activities, designed to build a supportive online community of students as well as develop your key scholarly skills. Credit-bearing assessments for each module include a reflective statement and an end of module essay.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 1,633per year

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 League Table

    33rd

  • Campus address

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

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

    37th out of 77 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    123 52%

    40th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    85.0 85%

    29th

    17
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    61st

    15

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