Description

The primary objective of this major is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the causes, prevention and containment of war, and of theoretical and practical approaches to conflict resolution and peacebuilding. Particular emphasis is given to the relevance of these issues to Australia, Asia and the Pacific, and the major emphases both history and the contemporary context. Students will learn about both larger and smaller conflicts that have shaped our world, region and country, and about both successful and unsuccessful efforts to prevent and resolve such conflicts. The major is comprehensive in approach, drawing insights from a range of disciplines including anthropology, diplomacy, gender studies, geography, history, international relations, law, peace and conflict studies, political science, security studies, sociology and strategic studies. Students who have completed the major will be well equipped to pursue advanced research in the field of peace, conflict and war studies, or to develop a career in a wide range of relevant professions, including in non-governmental organisations, international organisations, government and policy bodies.

 

Learning outcomes:

Upon completion of a Bachelor degree with a Major in Peace, Conflict and War, graduates will be able to:

1. Demonstrate the ability to understand and apply core concepts in the study of peace, conflict and war.
2. Demonstrate the relevance of these concepts and issues to the Asia-Pacific region and to Australia and its international relations.
3. Understand core contemporary challenges in the areas of conflict prevention, conflict management and post-conflict reconstruction and peacebuilding.
4. Distinguish between different disciplinary and research traditions in the study of peace, conflict and war, and the practical and theoretical implications of employing these traditions.
5. Articulate their ideas regarding peace, conflict and war in a variety of academic and professional settings.

 

Course Lists

The course lists in the "Requirements" section below is a definitive list and includes all courses that can be counted towards the major, whether or not they are offered in the current year. For a list of courses that will be offered in the current year, please see the "Summary of Courses" page.

Relevant Degrees

• Bachelor of Asia-Pacific Studies (Year in Asia) (BAPYA)
• Bachelor of Asian Studies (BASIA)

Advice to Students

 

Students may take up to two courses outside of this list with advanced permission from the Undergraduate Convenor, provided the courses contribute to the major’s learning outcomes. The College of Asia & the Pacific encourages students to consider applying to take a Vice Chancellor’s undergraduate course (VCUG) as part of this major.

 

 

Major Requirements