Faculty of Social & Management Studies

B.Sc. Peace and Conflict Resolution

Programme Mode
Full-Time
Duration
4 Years
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Building Bridges, Resolving Conflicts

Overview
The B.Sc. Peace Management Studies programme at FUADSI is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for promoting peace, resolving conflicts, and fostering sustainable development in diverse societies. The curriculum integrates theoretical foundations with practical approaches to conflict resolution, negotiation, mediation, and peacebuilding, preparing graduates for roles in diplomacy, governance, humanitarian work, and community development.

Programme Objectives

  • Provide a comprehensive understanding of peace, security, and conflict management theories.
  • Develop practical skills in negotiation, mediation, and conflict resolution.
  • Foster ethical leadership and cultural sensitivity in peacebuilding processes.
  • Prepare graduates for careers in international relations, security studies, and humanitarian services.

Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue careers as:

  • Conflict Resolution Specialists
  • Peacebuilding Officers
  • Diplomats and Foreign Service Officers
  • Humanitarian Aid Coordinators
  • Security Analysts
  • Community Development Consultants

Key Features

  • Practical training in negotiation and mediation techniques.
  • Exposure to real-world peacebuilding projects and simulations.
  • Opportunities for internships with NGOs, government agencies, and international organizations.
  • Access to seminars and workshops on global peace and security issues.

Admission Requirements

For detailed information on the general admission requirements, application guidelines, deadlines, and required documents, please visit the Admissions page.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the Undergraduate Admissions Portal.

YearSemesterCore SubjectsDescription
Year 1 – Foundations Semester 1 Introduction to Peace Studies
Principles of Political Science
Communication Skills
Sociology of Conflict
Computer Applications
Basic concepts of peace, politics, and social structures influencing conflict.
Semester 2 Fundamentals of Conflict Resolution
Nigerian Government & Politics
Psychology of Human Behavior
Introduction to International Relations
Research Methods I
Foundations of conflict resolution, governance, and behavioral analysis.
Year 2 – Core Development Semester 3 Peacebuilding Strategies
Negotiation & Mediation Techniques
Human Rights & Humanitarian Law
Comparative Politics
Research Methods II
Practical approaches to peacebuilding and legal frameworks for human rights.
Semester 4 Conflict Analysis & Management
International Organizations & Diplomacy
Security Studies
Ethics & Leadership in Peace Management
Elective (Community Development / Disaster Management)
Advanced conflict analysis and leadership principles for peace initiatives.
Year 3 – Advanced Peace Studies Semester 5 Post-Conflict Reconstruction
Peace Economics
Gender & Peacebuilding
Elective (Environmental Security / Migration Studies)
Seminar Presentation
Strategies for rebuilding societies and addressing gender dimensions in peacebuilding.
Semester 6 International Conflict Resolution
Terrorism & Counter-Terrorism Studies
Peace Education
Elective (Media & Peace / Transitional Justice)
Field Practicum
Global conflict resolution techniques and counter-terrorism strategies.
Year 4 – Specialization & Research Semester 7 Advanced Topics in Peace Management
Policy Analysis & Advocacy
Project Proposal & Seminar
Elective (Regional Integration / Humanitarian Logistics)
Advanced policy and advocacy skills for peace and development initiatives.
Semester 8 Final Year Project / Dissertation
Professional Ethics & Entrepreneurship
Elective (Conflict Early Warning Systems / Peace Technology)
Internship / Industry-Based Learning
Capstone research project, professional development, and practical exposure.

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