What are Development Studies, Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution?
Development Studies is a multidisciplinary branch of social science which examines issues related to developing countries, especially concerning social and economic development. Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution are both part of an academic field which aims to identify and analyze violent and non-violent behavior along with the causes of social conflict with a view towards creating a more stable world society. Most major UK universities and many colleges offer degrees in Development Studies and Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution, or associated subjects.