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Master Programs in Peace and Conflict Studies in Karlstad, Sweden for 2024

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Master Programs in Peace and Conflict Studies

Karlstad is the capital of Varmland County, Sweden. It is the largest in that region and is the 2nd largest port in Sweden. The city has over 60,000 residents. Karlstad has several colleges and is home to Karlstad University.

Even though conflict has always been a part of history, peace and conflict studies aim to reduce conflict in the future by studying ways to avoid it. This is done by studying causes of violent conflict, then explaining to others how conflict begins and how to manage or avoid it.

Sweden (Sverige) is the largest of the Nordic countries, with a population of about 9.5 million. It borders Norway and Finland and is connected to Denmark via the bridge of Öresund (Öresundsbron). Sweden has a strong tradition of being an open, yet discreet country.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.