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Courses in the social sciences prepare students to engage within human society. Through courses such as economics, political science, anthropology, sociology, history, and psychology, students may gain a better understanding of how the world around them works.Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica, is a country in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the southe… Read more

Courses in the social sciences prepare students to engage within human society. Through courses such as economics, political science, anthropology, sociology, history, and psychology, students may gain a better understanding of how the world around them works.

Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica, is a country in Central America, bordered by Nicaragua to the north, Panama to the southeast, the Pacific Ocean to the west, and the Caribbean Sea to the east.

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UPEACE – UNITAR MA in Development Studies and Diplomacy

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UNITAR United Nations Institute for Training and Research
San José, Costa Rica +2 More

The Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic program that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development ... +

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The Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic program that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development studies, sustainability, and diplomacy but it will also equip them with the required soft skills for a successful international career in any of these areas of expertise. -
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Full-time
English
Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

Online MA in Sustainable Peace in the Contemporary World

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The online Master of Arts program in Sustainable Peace in the Contemporary World engages competent professionals and researchers to resolve pressing and complex global problem ... +

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The online Master of Arts program in Sustainable Peace in the Contemporary World engages competent professionals and researchers to resolve pressing and complex global problems that concern humanity. Every course in the program shares a commitment to ethics, fundamental human values, gender sensitivity, and multiculturalism. The content of the online M.A. moves from a study of the origins of conflict at the personal, local, internal, and international levels to the promotion and practice of peace. -
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Full-time
Part-time
18 - 48 months
English
Aug 2021
Online
 

UPEACE – UNITAR MA in International Law and Diplomacy

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UNITAR United Nations Institute for Training and Research
San José, Costa Rica +1 More

The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (online and hybrid formats) is a graduate program permitting students to specialize in the interface between internationa ... +

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The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (online and hybrid formats) is a graduate program permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden students' knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but will also equip them with knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers. -
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Full-time
4 semesters
English
Feb 2022
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

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MA in Gender and Peacebuilding

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts Degree Program in Gender and Peace Building offers critical knowledge and training in gender studies, which is a crucial aspect of any and all peace efforts ... +

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The Master of Arts Degree Program in Gender and Peace Building offers critical knowledge and training in gender studies, which is a crucial aspect of any and all peace efforts. -
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Full-time
11 months
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in Environment, Development, and Peace with Specialization in Environmental Security and Governance

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

Environmental Security and Governance specialization is designed for those wishing to work on global environmental governance issues. Students critically engage with issues co ... +

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Environmental Security and Governance specialization is designed for those wishing to work on global environmental governance issues. Students critically engage with issues concerning global environmental change and security. They will gain insights into different theoretical frameworks, institutional tools, and practical techniques related to water, food, and climate change, among others. -
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Full-time
11 months
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in Environment, Development, and Peace

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts Degree in Environment, Development, and Peace (EDP) provides comprehensive training in issues of sustainable development, environmental governance, natural ... +

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The Master of Arts Degree in Environment, Development, and Peace (EDP) provides comprehensive training in issues of sustainable development, environmental governance, natural resource management, and environmental conflict management from both ecological and social perspectives. It encompasses a broad range of subjects and themes, including Food Systems, Water Management, Forestry, Coastal Resources, Climate Change, Urban Ecology, and Social Movements. The program focuses on the human dimensions of the environment-development nexus, highlighting the connections between local perspectives and broader processes at the national, regional and global levels and emphasizing the importance of political, economic structures and inequality in access to resources as key drivers in environmental conflict and global environmental change. The program prepares students for a wide range of careers in both environmental and development policy and programming in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. -
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Full-time
11 months
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in International Law and Diplomacy (Hybrid)

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (hybrid) is a graduate program permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy ... +

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The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (hybrid) is a graduate program permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden students' knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but will also equip them with knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers. -
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Full-time
2 years
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in International Peace Studies

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts Degree in International Peace Studies provides an interdisciplinary and critical analysis of the causes and consequences of a wide range of contemporary con ... +

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The Master of Arts Degree in International Peace Studies provides an interdisciplinary and critical analysis of the causes and consequences of a wide range of contemporary conflicts and violence that impact on global, international and human security. Topics to be explored include militarization, armed conflicts, violent extremism, economic, social and gender injustices, cultural and religious identity conflicts, and competition over environmental resources. An in-depth understanding of peacebuilding and peace processes in response to these issues is built. -
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Full-time
11 months
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts Degree in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes offers students an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the ... +

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The Master of Arts Degree in International Law and the Settlement of Disputes offers students an understanding of the role that international law and institutions play in the settlement of international and transnational disputes. This specialization examines the role of national and international courts and tribunals in contributing to the settlement of disputes. As international and transnational adjudication has acquired a more prominent role in international relations, it is essential to understand how these global and regional courts are responding to the challenges of the early 21st Century. Students will examine the role of law in traditional and not-so-traditional territorial and boundary disputes, and acquire an overview of the law of the sea. And finally, they will examine the increasingly important field of dispute settlement in international economic relations, which will include investment arbitration. -
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Full-time
11 months
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in International Law and Human Rights

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts Degree in International Law and Human Rights Degree offers students an in-depth review of the procedures and practice of international human rights bodies, ... +

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The Master of Arts Degree in International Law and Human Rights Degree offers students an in-depth review of the procedures and practice of international human rights bodies, at the global and UN level as well as at the regional level. Students will gain an understanding of the various judicial and non-judicial bodies that are at the frontline of questions of interpretation, the development of international human rights standards, and enforcement. In addition, students receive training in hands-on skills in the realm of reporting, monitoring, and evaluation of human rights. Finally, as the globalization of business and investment is increasing in force and speed, with important human rights implications, this specialization explores the interaction between economics and rights, asking critical questions about this process and potential solutions. -
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Full-time
11 months
English, Spanish
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in Peace Education

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts Degree in Peace Education seeks to develop and strengthen the capacity of formal and informal educators to build a peaceful world on all levels and in all d ... +

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The Master of Arts Degree in Peace Education seeks to develop and strengthen the capacity of formal and informal educators to build a peaceful world on all levels and in all dimensions of life. Through coursework and independent research or internship experiences, complemented with a unique and cooperative learning environment at UPEACE, students will enhance their values formation, knowledge and skills for living in and building cultures of peace. An understanding of the roles education, educators and institutions can play in resolving and transforming conflicts and violence towards holistic cultures of peace is explored. -
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Full-time
11 months
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

MA in Development Studies and Diplomacy (UNITAR)

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic program that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development ... +

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The Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic program that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development studies, sustainability and diplomacy but it will also equip them with the required soft skills for a successful international career in any of these areas of expertise. It is offered both online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica. -
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Full-time
Part-time
2 - 4 semesters
English
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

Master in Conflict Resolution, Peace and Development

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

This master's program aims to train leaders with the elements of an integral human development for the 21st century. The essential nucleus of this formation will make it possi ... +

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This master's program aims to train leaders with the elements of an integral human development for the 21st century. The essential nucleus of this formation will make it possible to understand that the conflicts we face must be transformed and solved peacefully, because that is the only way to lay the foundations for peace. The combination of these elements allows access to development in all its facets: human development, sustainable and sustainable. For this, our vision supports the notions of the United Nations that peace, human development and the transformation and resolution of conflicts must contain transversally elements related to gender equity and the principle of non-discrimination, be this racial , social, conscience, cult, or other. -
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Full-time
11 months
Spanish
23 Sep 2021
Online & Campus Combined
Campus
Online
 

Online MA in Development Studies and Diplomacy

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic program that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development ... +

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The Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic program that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development studies, sustainability, and diplomacy but it will also equip them with the required soft skills for a successful international career in any of these areas of expertise. -
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Full-time
4 semesters
English
06 Sep 2021
15 Aug 2021
Online
 

MA in International Law and Diplomacy (Online)

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University for Peace
Ciudad Colón, Costa Rica

The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (online) is a graduate program permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy ... +

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The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy (online) is a graduate program permitting students to specialize in the interface between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden students' knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but will also equip them with knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers. -
MA
Full-time
4 semesters
English
Aug 2021
Online
 

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