Welcome to International Peace Studies
Ireland is increasingly recognised as a world-leader in the scholarship and practice of peacebuilding. ISE's International Peace Studies programme is the longest-running of its kind on the island. Our students are immersed in a cutting-edge programme of study that examines the causes and consequences of war and armed conflict, with a view to understanding how to achieve sustainable peace. Courses draw on perspectives from politics and political science, international relations, ethics and conflict resolution, allowing students to engage critically with the social, political and economic issues associated with peace and violence. Core themes include peace-keeping, peace-building, conflict resolution, ethics, international relations, development and gender.
Special Features:
- Small Classes
- Interdisciplinary Programme
- Mediation Summer School
- Internship Module
- Field Trips
- Scholarships
- Employment Opportunities
Further Information:
- Module Summaries and Core Reading
- Module Outlines (Word doc files):
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Programme Structure
- Assessment
- Admissions Requirements
- Download a PDF poster of the course
- Ph.D. and M.Litt. Research degrees
- How to Apply
Practical Information For New Students
Fees For 2012/13
EU Students: €7,335
Non-EU Students: €12,685
Closing Date
The Closing Date for applications is the 30th June 2012. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis from 1 November 2011. Please note, places may be offered after the closing date, subject to availability.
International Peace Studies MPhil Coordinator: Dr Iain Atack
Founded over 400 years ago, Trinity College Dublin is one of the foremost universities in the world. In the 2008 World University Rankings (Times Higher Education Supplement), Trinity was ranked in the top 50 in the world and in the top 20 in Europe. Our Faculty, Arts and Humanities, was ranked in the top 10 in Europe.