Conflict, Governance and Global Development MA

**Overview**<br/><br/>Gain comprehensive knowledge in the field of politics and international development and equip yourself with the necessary skills to navigate this highly relevant research area. <br/><br/>Youll specialise in issues of conflict, peace and governance as you discover the challenges faced by states experiencing endemic political instability, violent civil conflict, gross human rights abuses and acute crises of governance. <br/><br/>This course adopts a unique interdisciplinary approach, making it a rewarding choice. Here, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to excellence and to making a difference on a local, national, and global scale. <br/><br/>Please note we are changing our name to the School of Global Development from 1 August 2023, as we mark our 50th Anniversary. <br/><br/>**About This Course**<br/><br/>You’ll focus on and critically assess the political development goals of sustainable peace, good governance and stable democracy. Youll draw on different theoretical approaches and a diverse set of empirical examples throughout your degree programme. You’ll be challenged to consider alternative suggestions for establishing peace and inclusive, durable democracies. <br/><br/>Key topics include the possible definitions, arguable causes and consequences of democracy; the political, social and economic effects of different political regimes and institutions; and the typically contested origins of violent intrastate conflicts as well as the suggestions that have been made to help overcome them. <br/><br/>**Disclaimer**<br/><br/>Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the providers website: **www.uea.ac.uk**