Peace and Conflict Studies, B.A.
Overview
Our program takes a dynamic and interdisciplinary approach to the study of peace and the practice of conflict management, resolution, and transformation. Undergraduates in this field of study will gain an understanding of peace science and peace scholarship while actively engaged in their communities’ proactively transforming conflict.
The B.A. in PCS is offered in two delivery modes: online and in person. The online option uses asynchronous instruction and can be completed fully online.
Undergraduate Minors
Students also have the opportunity to enroll in undergraduate minor programs:
What STUDENTs learn in the Program
Students gain a global perspective on the challenges faced by individuals, communities, and social systems. The program encourages study abroad opportunities in countries such as Germany, the UK, Sweden, South Africa, Australia, and Denmark. Students learn and practice nonviolent strategies for resolving conflicts in personal, professional, and community settings, gaining hands-on experience through a practicum. They develop skills in mediation, negotiation, conflict transformation, violence intervention, and collaborative problem-solving.
Possible Career Paths Upon Graduation
Graduates of this program may work in positions or fields such as:
- Mediator, Conciliator, or Negotiator
- Restorative Justice Facilitator
- Diplomat/Peacemaker
- Peacebuilding Professional
- Educator, Trainer, or Dialogue Facilitator
- Community Building/Organizing
- Legal or Criminal Justice Reform
- Law Enforcement
- Medical/Health Care
- Businesses/Nonprofit Program Management
ONLINE PROGRAM
The Peace and Conflict Studies Online Program is a 14-week long semester using asynchronous online instruction that can be completed 100% online. Students in the online program develop skills to create peace that builds supportive communities – an interdisciplinary, critical, social justice approach to conflict theory, peace studies, research, and practice.
- Fully online
- Interdisciplinary program for those with 30+ transferable semester hours of college credit
- High-quality, professional training in conflict transformation, resolution, and management
- Gain hands-on experience in engaged research or entry-level practice with required practicum
- Degree is in high demand in business, health, education, and nonprofit settings
