This minor provides students with a solid grounding on the causes, prevention and containment of conflict, 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 minor 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 minor draws insights from a range of disciplines including anthropology, diplomacy, gender studies, geography, history, and international relations. Students who have completed the minor will be well equipped to pursue further study in the field of peace and conflict studies, or to develop a career in a wide range of relevant professions, including in non-governmental organisations, international organisations, government and policy bodies.

Relevant Degrees

• Bachelor of Asian Studies (BASIA)
• Bachelor of International Security Studies (BINSS)
• Bachelor of Pacific Studies (BPAST)