Peace and Conflict Studies

University of Waterloo

Canada, Waterloo

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University of Waterloo

Canada , Waterloo

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines6-May-2096

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 48,000 / year

Next Intake 6-May-2096

Peace and Conflict Studies

About

Choose a degree that can change the world

Taylor originally came to Waterloo to study Psychology, but after taking the Roots of Conflict, Violence, and Peace course in second year, she knew she had to switch her major to Peace and Conflict Studies. Taylor was able to explore potential careers through co-op work terms and volunteer opportunities at the on-campus Women's Centre, Fossil Free Waterloo, Lawyers Feed the Hungry, and Peace Camp.

Find out how peace is built in complicated situations around the world by connecting theory and practice.

Choose courses from a wide variety of subjects to tailor your program towards your own area of interest. Experience community through small classes and engaged professors. Explore the theory and practice of conflict resolution, human rights, and international development, and get some first-hand experience through co-op placements or a Peace and Conflict Studies internship.

Understand the factors that drive conflict and violence. Think critically about how peace can be built in complex situations to move towards a healthy society where communities and individuals flourish.

Experience transformational learning. Pursue an internship and take classes with specialists in peacebuilding who will share both their academic and practical expertise.
Enrich your education. Connect with other students and professors who share your passion by joining the Peace and Conflict Studies Living Learning Community at Conrad Grebel University College, located on Waterloo's main campus.

Disciplines

Faculty of Arts

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admissions

Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including

Any Grade 12 U English (minimum final grade of at least 70%)

Admission average: Low 80s (co-op and regular)

Career

What can you do with a degree in Peace and Conflict Studies?

Our graduates commonly pursue careers in communications, social services, human resources, and more. They often work for cities, humanitarian organizations, and school boards.

Recent graduates

Fundraising Coordinator – Operation Groundswell
Junior Consultant – United Nations Development Program Climate Change Team in Vietnam
Corporate Disaster Preparedness Analyst – Toronto Hydro
Child & Youth Worker – Humber River Regional Hospital
Human Resource Generalist – Magna International
Personal Support Worker – The Darling Home for Kids
Emergency Shelter Worker – House of Friendship

Learn about the future of careers in arts, humanities, social sciences, languages, and creative arts.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 48,000

How to Apply

If you plan to be a full-time Waterloo student, you'll apply through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC), which handles applications to each of Ontario's universities.

Applying through the OUAC means that you'll apply and/or submit grades to the OUAC instead of multiple Ontario universities. OUAC will send your information to each Ontario university you apply to.

Ontario high school students

If you're currently registered in an Ontario high school, you'll apply using the OUAC 101 application and your high school will send your grade information to us.

All other students

You'll use the OUAC 105 application for full-time studies and you'll need to arrange for your transcripts to be sent to us.

If you're interested in part-time or online studies, there is a separate application process.

Be sure to apply by the application deadline (February 1 for most programs).

Within two weeks of receiving your application from the OUAC, we'll email you with your Waterloo student number and any actions you might need to take.

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