Peace and Conflict Studies

M.A. | Ph.D.

Application Fee: $100 CDN (non-refundable)

All applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

An acceptable English Language Proficiency test score is required, if applicable.

For initial assessment purposes only, copies of unofficial transcripts (uploaded to your application) are acceptable and preferred. Transcripts are required from each institution for the entire academic history, whether or not degree has been awarded, including institutions attended on an exchange. If the English copy is a translation, please include the original language as well.

Degree Certificates – All international transcripts must be accompanied by degree certificates that indicate that the degree has been awarded.

Master of Arts

The Joint M.A. program involves a combination of coursework and either a thesis or comprehensive exam. The program is supervised by the Joint Discipline Committee (JDC), consisting of faculty members of the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg.

Expected Duration

• 2 years

Program Fees (Full Time)

• One year tuition, then continuing fees in subsequent years

Application Requirements

• Four-year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) earned in either (a) peace & conflict studies; or (b) another related discipline. The appropriateness of the baccalaureate degree will be determined by the Selection Committee.
• CV/Resume
• Statement of Intent. A statement of no more than 1,500 words on academic and professional interests and goals.
• Publication/Writing Sample. A publication or an academic writing sample such as a Term paper, research report or thesis.
• Letters of Recommendation: 2

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Doctor of Philosophy

The Ph.D. program consists of coursework, successful completion of a candidacy examination and successful defense of a doctoral thesis.

Expected Duration

• 4 years

Program Fees (Full Time)

• Two years tuition, then continuing fees in subsequent years

Application Requirements

• Master's degree earned in either (a) peace & conflict studies; or (b) another related discipline. The appropriateness of the degree(s) will be determined by the Selection Committee.
• CV detailing information about prior academic training, professional experience, awards, scholarships, skills, and/or publications.
• Statement of Intent. A 3-4 page personal statement (maximum 1,000 words) that outlines your outlook, prior experience and academic and/or professional goals.
• Writing Sample, showing evidence of appropriate academic research capability (example, Master's thesis, reports, published paper(s), etc)
  
• Thesis Research Proposal. 3-4 page (maximum 1,000 words) statement of interest, outlining the applican'ts proposed area of research.
  
• Letters of Recommendation: 3^†

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Notes

*Applicants should submit their online application with supporting documentation and application fee by the deadline date indicated.

^†Reference letters should be from individuals who are familiar with the applicant's academic abilities and potential. It is recommended that one of those letters be from the student's Master's thesis advisor indiciating that the applicant has demonstrated suitability and preparation for Ph.D. studies.