Peacebuilding and Mediation (Taught)

Peacebuilding and Mediation critically explores the relationship between formal and official peacebuilding and mediation initiatives and informal, unofficial, and community-based efforts.

This course is offered as either an MLitt or MPhil:

• The MLitt is a one-year programme involving two semesters of taught modules followed by a dissertation.

• The MPhil is a two-year programme. In the first year, students complete the same components of the MLitt. In the second year, they complete one semester abroad at a partner institute in Europe and one semester on a practical placement. You can apply directly to the MPhil programme, or you may have the opportunity to progress from the MLitt to the MPhil.

Please see the Course Details section for information: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/subjects/international-relations/peacebuilding-and-mediation-mlitt/

Assessment methods include a combination of examination and coursework.

During the summer of Year 1, MLitt students will complete a 15,000-word dissertation in an area of their choice. Every student is assigned a dissertation supervisor who will advise on the choice of subject and provide guidance throughout the research process.