PCR 499: Research Project

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. conduct research in a field relevant to peace and conflict studies;
2. apply knowledge gained from class engagements and relevant studies and proffering solutions to challenges identified;
3. prepare to practice Conflict resolution and peaceful co- existence at different opportunities;
4. adopt case study to variants in conflict, crises, and disagreement; and
5. apply knowledge from the choice of research to practical case either in domestic reality or global scene.

Course Contents

The student is required to choose a topic and apply theories/concepts and methods learnt to how the topic can be studied in methodical way. It is expected that the study will include field work and original data which will be collected, analysed and presented in a way as to respond to the research question and objectives. The topic of research, analysis and results should be aimed at identifying problems and solving them from living perspectives.