Conflict, Power and Politics

Radboud Universiteit

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Deze opleiding

This Master's specialisation offers students insights into the causes, development and politics of large-scale violent conflict and conflict-related interventions.

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locatieNijmegen
diplomaMSc
typeregulier, 60 EC
start1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60203
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee

Recognising that contemporary violent conflicts cannot be understood without taking both domestic and international politics into account, the programme draws on comparative politics, international relations and conflict studies. Students will critically explore themes such as the determinants of political violence and warfare; the impact of political systems on the ways in which political demands are articulated; the links between what is called 'ethnic violence', nationalism and war; the roles of non-state actors in warfare and forging peace; and the impacts of international interventions and regulations; and which ethical dilemmas arise in conflict-related interventions.

Waarom aan de Radboud University Nijmegen?

We combine insights from international relations, comparative politics, conflict studies and international ethics to get a solid grasp of the ethical and practical dimensions on intervention and peace building.
  • Our programme is analytical as well as practice oriented. We have close links with public and private organisations, which students could use to find an internship position for themselves.
  • The Master’s programme in Political Science is accredited by the NVAO (the Dutch-Flemish accreditation organisation). The panel, consisting of international experts, concludes that the programme is rightly proud of its community spirit, which continues to benefit the programme’s achievement level and its graduates’ careers alike (source: Academion, 2023).
  • Political Science has an active study association, ismus, which organises various formal and informal activities. Furthermore, students of Political Science can join the International Association for Political Science Students (IAPSS).
  • The study programme of Political Science has received excellent evaluations (Keuzegids Master's 2022).
  • The Political Science Master’s boasts dual degree programmes with American University (Washington, DC) and the Universities of Bamberg and Glasgow.


Studieprogramma

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periode
1234
Conflicting Theories: Applying Theoretical Approaches of Conflicts, Territories, and Identities
6 EC
Sociology, Philosophy and Ethics of Research
6 EC
Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding
6 EC
Advanced Research Methods
6 EC
Gender, Violence and War keuzevak
6 EC
Global Political Economy of Climate Change keuzevak
6 EC
Elective course or Internship
6 EC
Master's Thesis in Political Science afstuderen
18 EC

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
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afstandsonderwijsn.v.t.
onderwijsvormen
case study, design project, gaming, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, internship, lecture, literature study, research, research project, research proposal, oral presentation, project, self evaluation, self study, seminar, tutorial, working group
objectives
With Conflict, Power and Politics
- We combine insights from international relations, comparative politics, conflict studies and international ethics.
- We offer a programme that is analytical as well as practice oriented.
- We teach you about the nature of violent conflict in the 21st century.
study abroad
The Master's programme is planned to last one year – three blocks with courses, one block writing the thesis. Studying abroad is not an integrated option. However, if you plan to do so, get in contact with the International Office about opportunities. Such a study abroad is possible but will delay your study progress.

Toelating en kosten

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vooropleiding
A Bachelor's degree in Political Science or a closely-related discipline from an academic university, including courses in the field of international relations or conflict studies. All applicants should have sufficient knowledge of social sciences research methodology (quantitative and qualitative).

taaltoets
Students must also be fluent in both written and spoken English. This requirement has been satisfied when the student meets one of the following conditions:

- A Bachelor's programme at a Dutch university.
- A Master's or Bachelor's programme at a Dutch university of applied sciences (hbo) and completed a corresponding pre-Master's.
- An English-taught Bachelor's programme in one of the following countries: EU/EEA countries, Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), New Zealand, United Kingdom and the United States of America.

Alternatively, the English language proficiency requirement can be met via an approved English language certificate (validity 2 years).

inbegrepen in collegegeld
registration fee
certificate
examination

De stad

studievereniging

Ismus
studievereniging  politicologie

aan het woord: studenten en docenten

'(Inter)national conflicts pose ethical dilemmas for citizens, soldiers, and politicians alike. In my course on Just War Theory we reason about justice in conflicts and examine choices people actually make under such difficult circumstances.'

Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/19 Radboud University Nijmegen
Conflict, Power and Politics
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
2/19 Radboud University Nijmegen
Political Science
star Elsevier
Keuzegids beste opleiding 2016  1e  70
Keuzegids topopleiding 2017
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
3/19 Radboud University Nijmegen
Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Politics
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
4/19 Radboud University Nijmegen
Political Theory
star Elsevier
Keuzegids topopleiding 2015  1e  4.4
Keuzegids beste opleiding 2016  1e  70
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
5/19 Radboud University Nijmegen
International Political Economy
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
6/19 Radboud University Nijmegen
Comparative Politics
star Keuzegids topopleiding 2015  1e  4.4
Elsevier
Keuzegids beste opleiding 2016  1e  70
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
7/19 Radboud University Nijmegen
International Relations
star Elsevier
Keuzegids topopleiding 2015  1e  4.4
Keuzegids beste opleiding 2016  1e  70
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
4 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
8/19 Leiden University
Political Theory - Political Legitimacy and Justice
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
38 eerstejaars
47% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
9/19 Leiden University
Nederlandse politiek
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
38 eerstejaars
47% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
50% Nederlandstalig
50% Engelstalig
10/19 Leiden University
Political Science
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
38 eerstejaars
47% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
11/19 Leiden University
Political Science
gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
12/19 Leiden University
Nationalism, Ethnic Conflict and Development
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
38 eerstejaars
47% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
13/19 Leiden University
International Politics
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
38 eerstejaars
47% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
14/19 Leiden University
Parties, Parliaments and Democracy
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
38 eerstejaars
47% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
15/19 Leiden University
International Organisation
€ 326 gemiddelde kamerhuur
38 eerstejaars
47% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
16/19 VU University Amsterdam
Global Environmental Governance, Sustainability and Climate Change
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
24 eerstejaars
33% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
17/19 VU University Amsterdam
International Relations, Security and Global Order
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
24 eerstejaars
33% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
18/19 VU University Amsterdam
Political Science
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
24 eerstejaars
33% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
19/19 VU University Amsterdam
Democracy, Power and Inequality
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
56 eerstejaars
48% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.

Na de studie

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Students in this Master's programme prepare for a career as academic, (inter)national policy or decision maker, or journalist. Students acquire skills for positions as policy makers in NGOs, media international organisations, political parties, national ministries, and supranational institutions. They may also work as consultants for profit and non-profit organisations and as researchers at think tanks or universities.

Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

Our graduates have all the necessary skills for job positions such as:

- (Inter)national policy or decision maker
- Journalist
- Researcher at a think tank or university
- Consultants for profit or non-profit organisations

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Contact

Team Studievoorlichting
E: studievoorlichting@ru.nl
T: 024-3612345
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Meer informatie?
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