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    Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA

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    Swansea, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £36,300.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Swansea, GB. Tuition is £36,300.

    About the program

    The program examines the interconnections between conflict, development, and human rights, focusing on dynamics in the Global South, including armed conflict, political and social issues, economic growth, governance, social cohesion, inequality, marginalisation, and rights-based frameworks. It covers sustainable development, conceptual debates in social sciences, humanitarian affairs, rights-based approaches, and includes a dissertation as an independent research project.

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University is £36,300 across 180 required credits.
    Is Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University online or in-person?
    Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University is offered in-person.
    How long does Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University take to complete?
    Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:2 (minimum 55% overall)
    What work-permit options follow Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University?
    Post-completion work rights for Conflict, Development and Human Rights, MA at Swansea University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)