Program Overview
Master's Programme in Peace and Conflict Studies 120 credits Why is there armed conflict? How do we reach sustainable peace? Peace and Conflict Studies is a relatively young research field addressing crucial issues in a troubled world. The Master's Programme in Peace and Conflict Studies gives you a broad skill set with specialised knowledge in conflict management and peacebuilding at both a national and global level. Application and entry requirements Expand the information below to show details on entry requirements, programme-specific documents, selection criteria and tuition fees. Autumn 2026 Autumn 2026, Uppsala, 100%, On-campus, English Location Uppsala Pace of study 100% Teaching form On-campus Instructional time Daytime Start date 31 August 2026 Language of instruction English Entry requirements Academic requirements A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university. Also required is: 30 credits in peace and conflict studies, or the equivalent; and a written independent work such as a Bachelor's thesis or one or more academic essays written in English or Swedish of which you are the only author of.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at Uppsala University.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Interdisciplinary Studies.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 24 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
Career
The Master's Programme in Peace and Conflict Studies is a world-leading programme in its field. As a graduate of the programme, you are well prepared for a professional career as an analyst or researcher in the private and public sectors, both nationally and internationally. You gain broad competence in the field with special knowledge of how to moderate conflict and build peace and justice at national and global levels. Our alumni work at international organisations such as the United Nations and the World Bank, various national ministries and governmental agencies in Sweden and abroad, as well as in various national and international non-governmental organisations. Job titles include: Head of Emergency Operations at the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Programme Management Officer, United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), Sudan, Africa Desk Officer at the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Program Manager at Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Climate Engagement Lead, Bureau for Resilience and Food Security, USAID, Programme Development and Advocacy Manager at Nonviolent Peaceforce, Iraq, Associate Protection Officer at UNHCR in Colombia, Foreign Policy Officer at New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Information Analyst at the United Nations Mission in South Sudan. The programme also prepares you for research and teaching and is a qualification when you apply for doctoral studies in Peace and Conflict Studies or International Relations. Our graduates are completing their PhD studies at, for example, Columbia University in New York, Oxford University in Oxford, Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, King's College in London, European University Institute in Florence, and the University of Otago, New Zealand as well as various Swedish universities. Career support During your time as a student, UU Careers offers support and guidance. You have the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities and events that will prepare you for your future career.
Program Curriculum
Courses within the programme
Compulsory courses
- Causes of War, 15 credits
- Methods I, 7.5 credits
- Methods II, 7.5 credits or Methods II Advanced, 7.5 credits
- Master's thesis, 15 credits or Master's thesis, 30 credits
Elective courses (may vary)
- International Conflict Resolution, 15 credits
- War and Development, 7.5 credits
- Social Psychological Foundations of Intergroup Conflict, 7.5 credits
- Non-violent Conflicts: Causes, Strategies and Outcomes, 7.5 credits
- Negotiation and Mediation in Practice, 7.5 credits
- Emerging Security Threats, 7.5 credits
- Gender, War and Peace, 7.5 credits
- Peace from Below, 7.5 credits
- International Interventions and Protection of Civilians, 7.5 credits
- Causes of Peace, 7.5 credits
- Advanced Qualitative Methods, 7.5 credits
- Forecasting Methods and Causal Inference for the Social Sciences, 7.5 credits
- Reviewing a Research Field, 7.5 credits
- Internship in Peace and Conflict, 15 credits, or Internship in Peace and Conflict, 30 credits
- Research Ethics, 7.5 credits
- War and Peace on Film, 7.5 credits
- Nuclear Weapons and Disarmament, 7.5 credits
Admission Requirements
Application and entry requirements
Expand the information below to show details on entry requirements, programme-specific documents, selection criteria and tuition fees. Autumn 2026 Autumn 2026, Uppsala, 100%, On-campus, English Location Uppsala Pace of study 100% Teaching form On-campus Instructional time Daytime Start date 31 August 2026 Language of instruction English Entry requirements Academic requirements A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university. Also required is: 30 credits in peace and conflict studies, or the equivalent; and a written independent work such as a Bachelor's thesis or one or more academic essays written in English or Swedish of which you are the only author of. Language requirements Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. This requirement can be met either by achieving the required score on an internationally recognised test, or by previous upper secondary or university studies in some countries. Detailed instructions on how to provide evidence of your English proficiency are available at universityadmissions.se . Selection Students are selected based on an overall appraisal of previous university studies with emphasis on the quality of the Bachelor's thesis (or equivalent academic essays) and a statement of purpose. Tuition fee-paying students and non-paying students are admitted on the same grounds but in different selection groups. Fees If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees. First tuition fee instalment: SEK 57,000 Total tuition fee: SEK 228,000 Read more about fees. Application deadline 15 January 2026 Application code UU-M2061 Supporting documents In addition to the general supporting documents, you also need to submit the following programme-specific documents: an application summary sheet your Bachelor's thesis (or another independent academic essay). Check the application guide for information on how to apply and what other supporting documents you need to submit. Apply now
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 21084
Fees
If you are not a citizen of a European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees. First tuition fee instalment: SEK 57,000 Total tuition fee: SEK 228,000 Read more about fees.
Application deadline
Application code
Supporting documents
In addition to the general supporting documents, you also need to submit the following programme-specific documents: an application summary sheet your Bachelor's thesis (or another independent academic essay). Check the application guide for information on how to apply and what other supporting documents you need to submit.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financial Aid & Funding Opportunities
A range of funding options may be available to students enrolling at Uppsala University. Explore all options early — many scholarships have deadlines months before programme start.
- University Scholarships: Uppsala University may offer merit-based, need-based, or programme-specific scholarships for postgraduate students. Contact the international or financial aid office for current awards.
- Government Scholarships (): National governments often fund outbound and inbound student mobility. Check your home country's government scholarship schemes (e.g., national student loan bodies, ministry of education awards).
- International Scholarships: Major funders include: Commonwealth Scholarships, Fulbright (USA programmes), Chevening (UK), Erasmus+ (Europe), DAAD (Germany), Campus France, Australia Awards, and many more.
- Employer Sponsorship: Professionals returning to study may negotiate tuition sponsorship with their employer, particularly for MBA or executive programmes.
- Graduate Assistantships / Fellowships: Some universities offer funded research or teaching assistant positions that include a stipend and partial or full tuition waiver.
- External Foundations: Rotary Foundation, Aga Khan Foundation, Ford Foundation, and many discipline-specific bodies fund postgraduate study globally.
- Payment Plans: Flexible instalment plans may allow you to spread tuition payments across the academic year.
About Uppsala University
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Uppsala, Sweden
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University Profile- Application Deadline 15 January 2026
- Start Date August 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months