Postgraduate Programmes in Peace & Conflict Studies
The Centre has designed five (5) postgraduate programmes as part of its statutory mandate of providing training in peace and conflict studies. All the programmes had been recommended by Postgraduate School and sent to Academic Planning Committee and Senate for final approval. All necessary preparations have been concluded for the programmes to commence in 2019/2020 academic sessions.
Programmes Offered
- 1Postgraduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies
- 2M.Sc. in Peace and Conflict Studies (Full-time)
- 3Master of Peace and Security Studies (Part-time)
- 4M.Phil. Peace and Conflict Studies
- 5PhD. Peace and Conflict Studies
Training in Peace, Security and Conflict Resolution
The Centre for Peace Studies (CPS) started its activities in July 2007. The Statutory Mandate of the CPS include teaching, research and community service. Principally the Centre is mandated to provide training in the area of Peace and Security Studies as well as in Conflict Resolution Strategies among other related issues.
In fulfillment of this mandate, the Centre has developed a comprehensive postgraduate curriculum designed to build practical and academic competencies in early warning, strategic mediation, dialogue facilitation, human security, and sustainable peacebuilding across Nigeria and the wider African continent.
MISSION
To provide quality Research and Training to persons and Communities in Conflict Analysis and Conflict Resolution under the most peaceful conditions of learning, regardless of Social Class, Gender, Race and Religion.
VISION
To be a Centre of Excellence in Teaching and Research for the promotion of Sustainable peace in human community.
Postgraduate Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies
Provides a solid academic and practical foundation for graduates from various disciplines who wish to acquire specialized skills in conflict analysis, community dispute mediation, and peacebuilding strategies.
Key Course Areas
- Introduction to Peace and Conflict Studies
- Conflict Analysis, Early Warning & Response Mechanisms
- Principles and Techniques of Mediation & Negotiation
- Human Rights, Governance and Peacebuilding
- Supervised Research Project
Admission Requirements
- Five (5) O'Level credits including English Language and Mathematics.
- Recognized Bachelor's degree (minimum Third Class) from UDUS or an accredited university.
- OR Higher National Diploma (HND) with minimum Lower Credit in a relevant field.
M.Sc. in Peace and Conflict Studies (Full-time)
An in-depth, rigorous research master's degree preparing scholars, university lecturers, and policy researchers with advanced theoretical tools and empirical research capabilities in peace processes and security dynamics.
Key Course Areas
- Advanced Theories of Peace, Conflict and Security
- Advanced Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methods
- Sahelian and Regional Security Architectures (ECOWAS / AU)
- Post-Conflict Reconstruction, Justice & Reconciliation
- Supervised Academic Dissertation
Admission Requirements
- B.Sc. or B.A. in Peace Studies, Political Science, Sociology, Law, or related fields with minimum Second Class Lower Division.
- OR Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Peace & Conflict Studies with credit-level pass.
Master of Peace and Security Studies (Part-time)
Specifically designed for working professionals in the military, police, intelligence agencies, civil service, civil society, and humanitarian sectors seeking executive-level competencies in security governance and crisis mediation.
Key Course Areas
- Strategic Security Management & Defense Policy
- Terrorism, Counter-Insurgency & Border Security
- Civil-Military Relations & Democratic Governance
- Strategic Crisis Negotiation & Hostage Mediation
- Applied Security Project Report
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least Second Class Lower Division.
- OR recognized PGD plus relevant professional experience in security, public administration, or civil society organizations.
M.Phil. Peace and Conflict Studies
A research-intensive pre-doctoral programme intended for scholars seeking to undertake comprehensive independent inquiry, formulate advanced epistemologies, or bridge into doctoral studies.
Key Course Areas
- Epistemology and Philosophical Trends in Peace Scholarship
- Advanced Comparative Conflict Systems & Peace Agreements
- Specialized Doctoral Seminar Presentations
- Independent Field Research & M.Phil. Thesis
Admission Requirements
- Master's degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Peace Studies or related discipline.
- Academic performance meeting the Postgraduate School requirement for M.Phil. admission.
- Submission of an approved Research Concept Note / Proposal.
PhD. Peace and Conflict Studies
The terminal research degree producing academic authorities and high-level policy leaders who generate original theoretical, empirical, and practical contributions to global peace and human security.
Key Course Areas
- Doctoral Proposal Defense & Methodological Review
- Advanced Doctoral Colloquia & Seminars
- Original Fieldwork & Primary Empirical Research
- Peer-Reviewed Journal Publication
- Final Dissertation Examination & Oral Defense
Admission Requirements
- M.Sc. or M.Phil. in Peace and Conflict Studies from UDUS or a recognized university.
- Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.50 on a 5.0 scale (or 60% average).
- Approved PhD Research Proposal and oral interview defense.
How to Apply for Admission
Applications are processed centrally through the Usmanu Danfodiyo University Postgraduate School portal.
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