What courses will you take?
The B.A in Peace and Conflict Studies curriculum is interdisciplinary. You will choose a combination of courses from different disciplines (cultural studies, criminal justice, history, political science, sociology and others) to explore:
- How do factors such as poverty, lack of education and social inequity lead to conflict, both internationally and domestically?
- What are the causes and conditions which generate and sustain conflict and violence?
- What are the principles and methods for the resolution of conflict and violence?
- What are the norms, practices and institutions for conflict transformation and building peace?
Students will get a strong foundation through their required courses:
- Intro to Peace and Conflict Studies
- Research Methods in Peace and Conflict Studies
- Intro to Ethics
Students will choose their electives from three different content areas, creating a defined focus of study:
- Global Peace and Diplomacy
- Domestic Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
- Sustainability and Environmental Justice
Students in PCS will complete a practicum course in their Junior or Senior year, allowing them to put their knowledge to work and building their resumes! To gain a global perspective, many students choose to study abroad at partner universities, or the Washington Center in order to satisfy this requirement.
In the senior year, you will choose an advanced seminar course that will integrate the learning from your electives to address these central questions of the field. Courses for Peace and Conflict Studies
Visit the Academic Catalog for a complete course listing and to learn about the Peace and Conflict Studies minor.
