A UNC Greensboro student who comes to the Peace and Conflict Studies Department will be matched with dedicated faculty, an innovative curriculum, impactful research, and a commitment to community engagement.
The Peace and Conflict Studies program takes an interdisciplinary approach, incorporating insights from political science, sociology, psychology, and international relations. Students come out with a holistic understanding of peacebuilding and conflict resolution, equipping them with versatile skills highly sought after in the field.
The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Students gain hands-on experience in conflict analysis, negotiation, mediation, and peacebuilding strategies with the help of workshops and real-world case studies. It’s all geared toward preparing them to make meaningful impacts in the field.