Diploma (PD) Conflict Transformation & Social Justice
Academic Year 2017/18
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Programme Title |
Diploma (PD) Conflict Transformation & Social Justice |
Final Award |
Postgraduate Diploma |
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Programme Code |
CON-PD-SJ |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
L900 (DESCR) 100 |
Criteria for Admissions For current general University entry requirements for this pathway go to http://www.qub.ac.uk/ado |
ATAS Clearance Required |
No |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Full Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
1 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
120 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Sen George J Mitchell Inst Global Peace, Sec & Jst |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
N/A |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations No |
Programme Specific Regulations Students are required to complete three compulsory taught modules: |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
This Diploma provides students with the opportunity to engage with core theories, concepts, issues and debates within conflict transformation and social justice as related to the nature and character of various forms of conflict, modes and forms of conflict transformation and the legal and human rights aspects of conflict transformation and social justice. During the programme, students will develop intellectual skills (e.g. critical reasoning, analysis, interpretation); practical skills (e.g. retrieving and sifting information, evaluation skills, observational skills, qualitative and quantitative analysis skills); and transferable skills (e.g. time management, teamwork, effective communication).
Within the programme, students will be provided with the opportunity to study and critically examine the key conceptual, moral, justice, political and cultural issues that define conflict, conflict transformation and social justice. This will relate to the fields of political science, law, philosophy, sociology, history, anthropology, film and psychology. These disciplines will be framed by a core module that will draw together the various disciplinary approaches and methods. Methodological approaches to inter-disciplinary analysis will be undertaken via the Faculty postgraduate taught module. The programme will provide students with an opportunity to study across disciplines and choose one of the streams outlined below. This will promote employability, provide the students with the opportunity to develop a specialism and develop independent research skills (please note that module content may vary from year to year and is subject to timetabling and availability).
The Programme will also be complemented by a non-assessed Personal Development Programme (PDP) which will include advice and support regarding potential employment both domestically and internationally. The Institute will also offer a series of formal and informal seminars and events which students will be encouraged to attend and participate in. The learning and intellectual environment provided by the Institute will uphold training in preparation for both doctoral and workplace-based research.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Ability to use evidence to develop a clear and logical argument and use information effectively in a direct and appropriate way. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching (core and elective), group discussions, methods based practicals, presentations, dissertation (supervision/writing). Also bibliographical skills development, IT skills development and methods based teaching. PDP tutorials. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, seminar contribution, practicals, case report, literature review. |
Ability to organise and also synthesise extensive amounts of complex scholarship, information and data and in so doing be able to explain, verify and critique such information and knowledge; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching (core and elective), group discussions, methods based practicals, presentations, dissertation (supervision). Also bibliographical skills development, IT skills development and methods based teaching. PDP tutorials on independent learning. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, seminar contribution, practicals, case report, literature review. |
Ability to develop and design conflict transformation and social justice practices; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Primarily through class based teaching, fieldwork visits, essay and report writing and dissertation tasks. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, seminar contribution, practicals, case report, literature review. |
Ability to develop and construct independent thinking around key approaches to conflict transformation and social justice; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching (core and elective), group discussions, methods based practicals, presentations, dissertation (supervision). Also bibliographical skills development, IT skills development and methods based teaching. PDP tutorials on independent learning. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, seminar contribution, practicals, case report, literature review. |
Ability to identify, understand, interpret and evaluate relevant theoretical, subject-specific and methodological arguments; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching, group discussions; methods based practicals, presentations and dissertation (supervision/ independent writing). Development of reading skills and use of IT to locate relevant sources and methodologies. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, seminar contribution, practicals, case report, literature review. |
Ability to manage, explain and develop subject-specific knowledge through independent study; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Assignments, presentations (individual/group), methods based, dissertation (independent writing) practicals, essay writing, report writing and subject evaluation in assessment. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, seminar contribution, practicals, case report, literature review. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Ability to use feedback effectively. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies PDP (feedback session with tutor). Methods of Assessment Non-Assessed |
Ability to think and argue creatively, in an advanced manner, to display originality of thought and argument and clearly support arguments in innovative ways. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching, group discussions; methods based practicals, presentations, dissertation (supervision). Also PDP support (tutorials) bibliographical skills development, IT skills development and methods based teaching. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case report, practicals, literature review. |
Ability to work efficiently to deadlines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies PDP programme (meetings on study skills/time management with tutor). Methods of Assessment PDP non-assessed and essays (long and short), presentations, case report, literature review. |
Ability to manage time and multiple learning commitments; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies PDP programme. Methods of Assessment Non-assessed PDP assessment. |
Ability to reflect independently on one’s own progress and identify and act upon one’s own development needs with respect to life-long learning and career development. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies PDP programme and meetings with tutor/advisor Methods of Assessment Essays and journals. |
Ability to use information and communication technologies effectively and creatively. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies IT use, data set learning and other statistics and media resource learning/use. Methods of Assessment Practicals, case study based assessments. |
Personal study skills and study management. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies PDP activities Methods of Assessment Non-assessed |
Advanced written skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Dissertation and other written assessment Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case report, practicals, literature review. |
Effective oral communication skills. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Presentations (group/individual). Methods of Assessment Presentations. |
Ability to problem-solve. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching, group discussions; methods based practicals, presentations. Also PDP support (tutorials) bibliographical skills development, IT skills development and methods based teaching. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case report, practicals, literature review. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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A systematic understanding and knowledge of the principal features of conflict transformation and social justice within an inter-disciplinary frame. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring on the principal features. Group discussions on the knowledge and principal features. Presentations that discuss these principal features. Dissertation in which principal features may be discussed/analysed and/or accounted for. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
A systematic understanding and critical awareness of the influence of theories and models that affect conflict transformation and social justice practices; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring that includes teaching and illustrating the influence of theories and models of conflict transformation and social justice. Group discussions regarding form and meaning of theories and approaches to conflict transformation and social justice. Presentations regarding key and/or multiple approaches/theories. Dissertation centred upon understanding of various theories and models on conflict transformation and social justice with regard to analysis, explanation, comparative analysis, theorisation and/or paradigm study accounting. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review.. |
A systematic understanding and knowledge of the skills required in order to study conflict transformation and social justice; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching (core and elective), group discussions; methods based practicals, presentations, dissertation (supervision). Also PDP support (tutorials) bibliographical skills development, IT skills development and methods based teaching Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
A systematic understanding and knowledge of the application of conflict transformation and social justice; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring that includes teaching (i.e. case studies) and illustrating the application of conflict transformation and social justice. Group discussions regarding application of conflict transformation and social justice. Presentations regarding application. Dissertation centred on application of conflict transformation and social justice via analysis, explanation, theory and or case study based. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
An efficient understanding and knowledge of various approaches to conflict transformation and social justice within contemporary societies, regions and related global interactions; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring that includes teaching (i.e. case studies) and illustrating approaches to conflict transformation and social justice. Group discussions regarding form and meaning of approaches to conflict transformation and social justice. Presentations regarding key and/or multiple approaches. Dissertation may be centred upon understanding of various approaches by region and global interactions as regards analysis, explanation, comparative analysis, theorisation and/or case study accounting. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Ability to identify relevant and subject-specific and inter-disciplinary knowledge, sources and data; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Class based teaching, group discussions; methods based practicals, presentations, dissertation (supervision). Also PDP support (tutorials) bibliographical skills development, IT skills development and methods based teaching. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, seminar contribution, practicals, case report, literature review. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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An understanding of alternative forms of dispute resolution and significance of advocacy and negotiation methods in the administration of social justice and conflict transformation. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring that includes teaching (i.e. case studies) and illustrating the advocacy, mediation and negotiation as means, modes and practices. Group discussions regarding application dispute resolution and models for/of same. Dissertation may be centred on analysis of dispute resolution as analysis, theory or case study. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
An understanding of multiple processes involved in designing and delivering conflict transformation and social justice; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring that includes teaching (i.e. case studies) and illustrating the application of conflict transformation and social justice. Group discussions regarding application of conflict transformation and social justice. Presentations regarding application. Dissertation centred on application of conflict transformation and social justice may be analysed, explained, theorised and or case study based. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
A conceptual appreciation and critical awareness of the ethics of conflict transformation and social justice delivery; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring that includes teaching and explaining the ethics of conflict transformation and social justice. Dissertation examining the context of ethics both in terms of permission for independent study and also ethics as a mode of study/analysis. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
A conceptual understanding and critical awareness of the context (historical, political, policy, sociological, international, legal, human rights etc.) of conflict and its reproduction; |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Core and elective classes and PDP tutoring that include teaching and illustrating the various understandings (from variant disciplines) of conflict reproduction. Presentations regarding causality of conflict. Dissertation examining the context of conflict and its reproduction. Methods of Assessment Essays, presentations, case reports, practicals, literature review. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Theoretical Perspectives and Focal Issues in Political Psychology |
PSY7054 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Understanding Political Behaviours: Civic Engagement, Political Participation and Disempowerment |
PSY7055 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Applying Political Psychology to Current Social Issues |
PSY7056 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Global Terrorism |
PAI7007 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Conflict Intervention |
PAI7027 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Political Cinema: Conflict and Form |
FLM7012 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Conflict and Change in Northern Ireland: New Sociological Research |
SOC9062 |
7 |
10 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Key Debates in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
AHS7001 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Global Concepts and Practice of Conflict Transformation and Social Justice |
CSJ7001 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Conducting Research in Conflict Transformation and Social Justice |
CSJ7004 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Crime, Justice and Society |
LAW8311 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Theoretical Criminology |
LAW8312 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Transitional Justice |
LAW8314 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Equality and Discrimination |
LAW8317 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Counter-terrorism and Human Rights |
LAW8319 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Migration and Human Rights |
LAW8320 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Comparative Human Rights |
LAW8321 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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International Human Rights Law |
LAW8315 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Human Rights in Practice |
LAW8316 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Religion and Peacebuilding |
CSJ7005 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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MA Specialisation |
ANT7053 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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University Research and Civil Society |
SOC9069 |
7 |
10 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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