National Centre for Peace & Conflict Studies
University of Otago

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Scholarships in Peace and Conflict Studies


Applications are invited for two three-year PhD scholarships from the National Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Otago. The scholarships are available to both International and Domestic students.
The NCPACS is New Zealand’s first Centre to combine global cross-disciplinary expertise on the issues of development, peacebuilding and conflict transformation. It offers postgraduate programs at the Postgraduate Diploma, Masters and PhD level; conducts high level research on the causes of violent conflict and the conditions for sustainable peace, and provides training, evaluation expertise, and expert advice to government and non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian intervention, conflict resolution and peacebuilding. It is a postgraduate theory, research and practice centre, located within the Division of Humanities.
The scholarships will be awarded to candidates capable of reinforcing the following existing strengths of the Centre:

• Development and Peace Building
• Conflict Analysis, Mediation and Conflict Resolution
• Post Conflict Reconstruction, Reconciliation and Social Healing
The scholarships will be funded through the University of Otago and provide NZ$21,000 annually for up to 36 months (three years). The scholarships will cover tuition fees and provide a monthly stipend.
Please send a current curriculum vitae, a copy of your academic transcript, a statement of your proposed research* and contact details of at least two referees to:
Debbie Prysor (Office Manager)
Tel : +64 3 479 4546
Email: peaceandconflict@otago.ac.nz
Website: http://www.otago.ac.nz/humanities/ncpacs

Applications close: January 11th 2010


* Statement of Proposed Research should include the following:

1. Research Objectives

2 Research question

3 Summary of proposed methodology

4 Describe what is innovative/novel about the approach you are taking?

5 Information about others in your field in New Zealand or globally conducting similar research

6 Information regarding possible national or international collaboration on your research project?



National Centre for Peace & Conflict Studies
University of Otago

Postgraduate Diploma and Masters Scholarships in Peace and Conflict Studies
for International Students


Applications are invited from international students for three two-year Postgraduate Diploma/Masters scholarships.
The NCPACS is New Zealand’s first Centre to combine global cross-disciplinary expertise on the issues of development, peacebuilding and conflict transformation. It offers postgraduate programs at the Postgraduate Diploma, Masters and PhD level; conducts high level research on the causes of violent conflict and the conditions for sustainable peace, and provides training, evaluation expertise, and expert advice to government and non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian intervention, conflict resolution and peacebuilding. It is a postgraduate theory, research and practice centre, located within the Division of Humanities.
Scholarships will be awarded to candidates capable of reinforcing the following existing strengths of the Centre:

• Development and Peacebuilding
• Conflict Analysis, Mediation and Conflict Resolution
• Post Conflict Reconstruction, Reconciliation and Social Healing

The scholarships will be awarded to candidates wishing to pursue careers in peace and conflict research, policy and practice. Scholarships will be awarded on a basis of grade average at the undergraduate level with some recognition being given to candidates with development, peace work and/or conflict resolution experience.
The scholarships will be funded through the University of Otago and provide an annual stipend of NZ$10,000 for up to 24 months (two years). The scholarship will contribute towards (but not fully cover) tuition fees.
Please send your current curriculum vitae, a certified copy of your academic transcript, a statement of why you wish to study at the NCPACS and contact details of at least two referees to:
Debbie Prysor (Office Manager)
Tel : +64 3 479 4546
Email: peaceandconflict@otago.ac.nz
Website: http://www.otago.ac.nz/humanities/ncpacs

Applications close: January 11th 2010