Peace and conflict studies is an interdisciplinary program that examines the roots of conflict and the foundations of peace. The program allows for an exploration of the inter-relatedness of such issues as poverty, violence, hunger, discrimination, war and justice, security, peace, freedom and the human community. It involves an examination of options and initiatives in peace-making and conflict resolution. Peace and conflict are studied in various contexts, ranging from the person, the family, school, workplace and the community, to nations and the global forum and from the perspective of various disciplines. Careers exist in education, workplaces, journalism, courts, government, foreign service, international development, non-governmental organizations and corporations that invest overseas.
Peace and Conflict
Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeCAD 19,951 / Year
Next IntakeSeptember 6, 2022
Peace and Conflict
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
In general, secondary school applicants have an average of 70% (5 best scoring academic subjects considered) during their final year of schooling. Applicants looking to transfer from another post-secondary institution must demonstrate an overall GPA of 2.0. Refer to chart below for program specific requirements.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 83
English Program Requirements
If an applicant’s first language is not English, official reports with acceptable scores from one of the following tests must be submitted:
- the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- the Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) Test
- the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- the CanTEST
- the Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)
The following test scores indicate the English language requirements for international student admission to full-time studies and the language bridging programs at MSVU:
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Peace and Conflict
Mount Saint Vincent University
Canada, Halifax