Master in Reconciliation Studies

Welcome to the Master in Reconciliation Studies within the M.Phil. in Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation

The Reconciliation Studies specialism offers an inter-disciplinary approach to the challenges of social reconciliation in the aftermath of political conflict, drawing on social research, politics, theology, ethics and civil society discourse. Particular attention is given to ethnic conflicts, and the role of religion in such conflicts and in peacebuilding and reconciliation. Case studies typically include: Northern Ireland; South Africa; Zimbabwe; Rwanda; El Salvador; Guatemala; Israel/Palestine; Afghanistan; and Sri Lanka.

The programme incorporates study at Trinity's specialist cross-border School campus in Belfast, as well as the main campus in Dublin. It combines academic study and research with community involvement and reflection on life-experience.

For all prospective non-EU students: Trinity College Dublin is reviewing arrangements for non-EU students due to begin studying at the Irish School of Ecumenics in Belfast from September 2012 onwards. Due to our position as a Republic of Ireland university operating in the UK and the effect of recent changes to the UK immigration system, it is likely that we will transfer to an ‘Overseas Institution’ operating within the UK (our Belfast School) and this will mean Non-EU students can apply for a UK visa to study in Belfast for half the length of their programme before transferring to Dublin for the second remainder of the programme. Alternatively, Non-EU students may prefer to be based entirely in Dublin like other Trinity students, and travel to Belfast to do the programme in short block intensives (Conflict Resolution specialisation). We hope to have the situation clarified by the end of March 2012 and will update all incoming and prospective students.

To find out more visit our further information site:

Email. reconsec@tcd.ie