Graduate Pathway in Conflict Analysis and Resolution
George Mason UniversityProgram Overview
The Graduate Pathway in Conflict Analysis and Resolution at George Mason University is a Pre-Master programme in Humanities over 6 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Conflict Analysis and Resolution programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 6 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
- Location: Fairfax, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Conflict Analysis and Resolution programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Graduate Study I
- Interpersonal Communication for International Students* or Advanced English for Academic Purposes*
- Graduate Communication in Disciplines I
- Foundations of Conflict Analysis and Resolution
- Desire to study for a graduate degree in the US
- Need to improve English language skills and still earn credits toward their degree program
- Desire additional academic, language, and cultural support in order to succeed during the first year at a US university
- Are not eligible for direct entry
- Any or all of the above
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Direct Admit:
- Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent
- Minimum 3.0 GPA, varies by program
- TOELF iBT 88 (20 subscores) IELTS 6.5, PTEA 59+ or
- Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 7 with no grades below B
2-Semester Pathway:
- 4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent1,2
- 2.75 undergraduate GPA equivalent
- TOEFL iBT 70 (13+ subscores in reading and listening)
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5+ subscores in reading and listening)
- PTEA 47
- Password 6.0 Knowledge and 6.0 Writing or
- Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 5
1-Semester Pathway:
- 4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent1
- 2.75 undergraduate GPA equivalent
- TOEFL iBT 80 (17+ subscores in reading and writing)
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0+ subscores in reading and writing)
- PTEA 53
- Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6
- Select 3-year undergraduate degree or equivalent
- 2.75 undergraduate GPA equivalent
- TOEFL iBT 85
- IELTS 6.5
- PTEA 58+ or
- Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact George Mason University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About George Mason University
George Mason University
Fairfax County, United States
public liberal arts and research university in Fairfax County, Virginia
University Profile- Start Date Jan, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 6 months
