The four-year bachelors in Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of the Fraser Valley, USA, provides students with an applied program with enthesis on analysing conflict and peace strategies. The degree teaches the theory of peacebuilding and how it applies in real world contexts. Students are encouraged to think critically as global citizens and to develop analytical skills related to conflict and inter-cultural dialogue. The course also provides in-depth case studies to expand analysis to global contexts. The Peace and Conflict Studies bachelors at UFV also allows students to learn directly from leading international peace practitioners, develop employment skills and engage in peacebuilding field work. To increase graduate’s employability, UFV offers additional specialised qualifications in subjects such as languages, logistics, urban planning, accountancy and nursing.
Applicants to the bachelors in Peace and Conflict Studies at UFV must provide high school transcripts or equivalent. Non-native English speakers need to have either a TOEFL score of 88 or higher, a IELTS score above 6.5 or a CAEL score above 70. The university provides a full list of entry requirements, including other accepted English language qualifications, on their website. UFV charges a 150 CAD application fee.
UFV estimates costs for the Peace and Conflict Studies Bachelors to be around 9,770 CAD. This includes tuition fees of around 7,560 CAD (for 12 credits), as well as medical insurance and other costs. Additional credits are charged at 430 CAD. UFV offer a range of scholarships, including entry scholarships of 20,000 CAD for ten top international applicants and 5,000 CAD for a further 30 top applicants. There are also scholarships for domestic Canadian students.