Peace and Development Studies I
30 creditsIn Peace and Development Studies we discuss questions around peace and security, development theory and international development co-operation, international political economy, armed conflicts and conflict resolution. The course offers a broad introduction for understanding of international conditions and global change. A current theme is how global and local conditions are interconnected, and how different levels try to influence the world order. The mode of work is interdisciplinary and group assignments dealing with contemporary issues are common in teaching. A case study with a roleplay on conlict resolution in the world society is part of the course.
Växjö – the student city with a living campus
Just south of Växjö’s city centre you will find Linnaeus University’s campus. In Växjö, many students choose to live on campus.
Here you will have five minutes’ walking distance to friends, restaurants, lecture rooms, gym, grocery store, the University Library, nature trails, and student pubs. If you live in another part of Växjö, you can quickly get to the university by bus or bicycle.
With its 90 000 inhabitants, Växjö is one of the fastest growing cities in Sweden. Here you will find the famous Småland entrepreneurship spirit and a lot of companies, for instance within the IT industry – perfect for when you are looking for an internship position or a job. Växjö is also a picturesque city where you are always close to forests and water.
Build your own degree
Did you know that you can combine single-subject courses to build your own degree? In this way, you can design your own degree based on your interests and the career you are aiming for. This does not apply to all courses so make sure to check with a study counsellor at the faculty. Learn more about how you can build your own degree and become unique on the labour market.