Peace and Conflict Transformation - master
The Master's degree programme in Peace and Conflict Transformation (MPCT) offers interdisciplinary insights into the nature and causes of conflicts, as well as skills for handling conflicts by peaceful means.
The Norwegian High North provides a unique setting for studying the transformation relationships between individuals, groups, and institutions from destructive to constructive bonds. The programme is intentionally based in the city of Tromsø, because it has a long history of working towards peaceful co-existence among local ethnic and cultural groups.
During the first year, students will attend compulsory courses to learn about the core debates and perspectives in the field.
The second year mainly focuses on Master's Thesis projects, which students design with guidance from academic staff based on their individual interests in the field of peace and conflict.
Entry requirements
Admission is competitive, based primarily on academic qualifications (educational background) and secondly on the quality of the Statement of Purpose.
Relevant bachelor education:
Admission to the Master's programme in Peace and Conflict Transformation requires a Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent qualification in the social sciences, humanities, law, education, psychology or public health.
Grade requirement:
Applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian C (2,5) in the ECTS scale.
English proficiency:
Applicants with education from non-Nordic countries must document English language proficiency. You will find more information about the English language requirements on our admissions pages.
Statement of Purpose:
Applicants must provide a Statement of Purpose (maximum of two pages). This Statement must state the applicant’s motivation for pursuing a Master's degree in this programme (i.e. relating prior academic achievements and professional experiences to the core concerns of the programme). There is no need for recommendation letters
Entry requirements
Admission is competitive, based primarily on academic qualifications (educational background) and secondly on the quality of the Statement of Purpose.
Relevant bachelor education:
Admission to the Master's programme in Peace and Conflict Transformation requires a Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent qualification in the social sciences, humanities, law, education, psychology or public health.
Grade requirement:
Applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian C (2,5) in the ECTS scale.
English proficiency:
Applicants with education from non-Nordic countries must document English language proficiency. You will find more information about the English language requirements on our admissions pages.
Statement of Purpose:
Applicants must provide a Statement of Purpose (maximum of two pages). This Statement must state the applicant’s motivation for pursuing a Master's degree in this programme (i.e. relating prior academic achievements and professional experiences to the core concerns of the programme). There is no need for recommendation letters