Are you interested in understanding the roots of conflict and the pathways to peace and justice?
The Peace, Conflict and Justice (PCJ) program invites students who want to critically examine some of the most pressing challenges shaping our world — and to develop the tools to address them.
- Because conflict and inequality shape our world.
From political polarization to forced displacement, understanding the forces that drive conflict and injustice is essential. - Because complex problems require complex analysis.
Study the causes and consequences of violence and injustice across local, national, and global contexts through an interdisciplinary curriculum. - Because knowledge should lead to meaningful action.
Develop strong research, analytical, and communication skills — and apply them through experiential learning and engagement with real-world organizations and communities.
As part of the program requirements, PCJ students must complete first-year gateway courses drawn from disciplines such as History, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, and/or International Relations. These courses provide the foundational disciplinary perspectives that support the interdisciplinary PCJ curriculum. While these courses do not need to be completed at the time of application, they must be successfully completed before graduating from the program.
Timing matters.
To apply, students should submit their application at the end of their first year of study. Admission is primarily designed for students entering their second year, and spaces for students applying later in their degree are very limited. Applications to join the program in third year are considered only in exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of the Academic Director.
What we look for
The PCJ program looks for high-achieving students who hold a desire to understand the roots of and consequences of exposure to the world’s most urgent humanitarian problems.
While the PCJ program seeks students with diverse experiences and qualifications, this is a limited enrollment program that can only accommodate a small number of students. Admission is determined by a range of criteria, including a student’s academic background, statement of interest, a writing sample and a video submission. In some cases, reference letters may also be requested.