Eligible candidates for admission into the Ph.D Programme must possess a Master’s Degree in Peace & Security Studies from recognised University and should have an average score of 60% or its equivalent grade. Candidates who possess a Master’s degree in other fields of study must also have a postgraduate diploma or Master’s Degree in Peace and Security Studies with a minimum of grade “C” to qualify for admission. Admission will also be based on interview performance.
Method of Application
Same as in the Masters programme, the PhD candidate must in addition submit a proposed plan of research along with his/her application.
Duration of Programme
- The Full-Time Ph.D programme in Peace and Conflict Studies should run for a minimum if Six (6) quarters or a maximum of Ten (10) quarters.
- The Part-time programme should run for a minimum of Eight (8) quarters, and a maximum of Twelve (12) quarters.
Requirements for Graduation
A candidate must have fulfilled the following conditions to be awarded a Ph.D. degree in Peace and Security Studies.
FIRST SESSION MODULE
| S/No | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Unit |
| 1. | PSS 900.1 | Peacekeeping and International Conflict Resolution | 3 |
| 2. | PSS 901.1 | Applied Research Methodology in Peace and Conflict | 3 |
| 6 | |||
SECOND MODULE
| S/No | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Unit |
| 1. | PSS 902.1 | Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) | 3 |
| 2. | PSS 903.1 | Framework for Economic Reconstruction in Conflict Affected States | 3 |
| 6 | |||
THIRD MODULE
| S/No | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Unit |
| 1. | PSS 904.1 | Terrorism and Global Security | 3 |
| 2. | PSS 905.1 | Peacebuilding, Democracy and Development | 3 |
| 6 | |||
SECOND SESSION MODULE
| S/No | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Unit |
| 1. | PSS 906.2 | Negotiations and Mediation for Peace: African and Western Approaches | 3 |
| 2. | PSS 907.2 | National Security and Human Rights | 3 |
| 6 | |||
SECOND MODULE
| S/No | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Unit |
| 1. | PSS 908.2 | Advanced Seminar in Peace and Conflict Studies in Africa (3 Credit Units) | 3 |
| 2. | PSS 909 . 2 | Race, Racism and Xenophobia in African . | 3 |
| 6 | |||
THIRD MODULE
| S/No | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Unit |
| 1. | PSS 910.2 | Civil wars, violent conflicts,and displacements in Africa. | 3 |
| 2. | PSS 911.2 | Natural Resources and Resource Conflicts in Africa. | 3 |
| 3. | PSS 999 .2 | Thesis ( 12 Credit Units) | 6 |
| 12 | |||
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF COURSES
PSS 900.1 Peacekeeping and International Conflict Resolution ( 3 Credit Units)
The overall aim of the course is to provide the students with the basic understanding of the field of conflict resolution and its application – theoretical and practically – to peacekeeping intervention in contemporary international conflict. The course explores the emergence and development of the academic discipline of conflict resolution and its relations to the evolution of peacekeeping. The contribution of conflict resolution theory and practice to peacekeeping practice are identified early on and considered throughout the course. The nature of conflict and the dynamics of contemporary conflict are defined, along with the key concepts and techniques for solving conflicts. The course explores the significant areas that will improve responses to today’s complex emergencies, including conflict analysis and mapping, early warning and conflict prevention, contingency and complementarities approaches, interagency coordination, post-conflict peacebuilding and reconciliation, cultural understanding and gender awareness.
PSS 901.1 Applied Research Methodology in Peace and Conflict Studies( 3 Credit Units)
This course aims at familiarizing doctoral students with the ways in which a vague interest in research is transformed into a theoretically informed puzzle with concrete hypotheses. It clears the ground for students to discover how an appropriate research method is chosen, how a research question/hypothesis is tested, what problems can be encountered in data collection and analysis, how the data can be interpreted, and how the results can be effectively presented. With these objectives in perspective, the course deals with fundamental issues of philosophy of science; epistemology; ontology; empirical, rational and phenomenological approaches; and case and comparative studies. It also examines the formulation of research aims, the roles of the hypothesis, theories as tools to explain reality, definitions and delimitations, quantitative methods, qualitative methods and mixed methods.
PSS 902.1 Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) ( 3 Credit Units)
This course examines the origin, causes, and dimensions of refugee crisis both in Africa and the large for managing refugee crisis-international, regional and sub-regional case studies. The course also explores the problem and management of internally displaced persons within states and regions, resulting from armed conflicts, internal strife and violation of human rights and disasters with emphasis on children, women, and other vulnerable groups; a critical look at the capacity and willingness of governments and institutions to address the human society needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and how the responses of international community can be better enhanced; socio-psychological dimension of IDPs.
PSS 903.1 Framework for Economic Reconstruction in Conflict Affected States ( 3 Credit Units)
This course examines a range of a range of challenges and the variety of resources available in the area of economic and conflict management. Discussions focus on the role of economic actors and the inter-relations between conflict and development. It also explores the potential of economic policies and activities to forestall conflict and promote Peace. The course also aims at developing skills required to apply and assess targeted economic interventions and conflict management while encouraging students and guide development in a way that sustains security and welfare as well as economic growth.
PSS 904.1 Terrorism and Global Security ( 3 Credit Units)
Detailed and careful investigations of international security with emphasis on the activities of both local and international terrorist groups and organisations, such as Boko Haram, ISIS, etc. Methods of recruitment of members, funding of methods of operations (airline bombing, suicide bombing, targeted assassinations, the establishment of caliphates, act of soft targets), are critically examined, as well as the international responses to the threat of global security.
PSS 905. 1 Peacebuilding, Democracy and Development ( 3 Credit Units)
This course focues on the issues of planning and the implementation of peace intervention efforts and strategies for conflict transformation. This is done after performing conflict analysis and the requisite baseline study. The three major dimensions of conflict and peacebuilding will be presented: individual, relational, and cultural/structural concerns. Peace intervention aims to bring about transformation in all dimensions with varied focus on inter- and intra-state wars. Post-conflict discussions include mechanisms of transcending incompatibility; resolution and its basic element ; peace agreements; problems of change, the need for trust and legitimacy; Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR); the security dilemmas and transitional justice; power-sharing and prospects of trasition to democracy, particularly in multi-ethnic settings; and rehabilitation and equitable economic development. The course will use practical examples of post-conflict processes and the struggle to sustain and deepen transitional democracy.
PSS 906.2 Negotiations and Mediation for Peace: African and Western Approaches ( 3 Credit Units)
This course introduces students to the significance of culture in resolving conflict within and between cultural groups. It is designed to allow students to develop an advanced and critical understanding of African approaches to conflict resolution. It makes an extensive use of case studies in order to encourage students to reflect on the ways in which African approaches relate to theories and practices in the field of conflict resolution, and to explore their potential in the prevention, management and resolution of contemporary conflicts in Africa.
PSS 907.2 National Security and Human Rights ( 3 Credit Units)
This course gives students a clear understanding of what constitutes human rights. The course also explores why human rights and human security have become such major players in policy, as well as important aspects of the work that NGO’s and other non-state actors conduct. Of particular importance to this course is conducting an analysis of the role of civil society (human rights NGO’s, church groups, and grassroots groups). The course features important writings by practitioners and experts in the field. The mantra for this course will be to challenge all givens, in an effort to promote critical thinking and awareness of implications while attempting to disabuse various popular and sometimes unfounded narratives. This course will provide the CPSS students a basic, but thorough, survey of the theories, international legal regimes, domestic political forces, key mechanisms, and global debates related to the international human rights movement in the context of Nigeria national security policy. Unlike surveys of the human rights movement or courses in international human rights law, the course is uniquely designed with the student who specializes in a national security-related field in mind.
PSS 908.2 Advanced Seminar in Peace and Conflict Studies in Africa (3 Credit Units)
Students are expected to research on the topical area in a field of Peace and Conflict Studies other than their preferred area of specialization under the guidance of an assigned staff. The seminar is expected to be presented to the panelof Centre ‘s Ph.D examiners and assessed accordingly.
PSS 909.2 Race, Racism and Xenophobia African in Diaspora studies(3 Credit Units)
Students will learn about the concepts of race, racism and xenophobia and how they have impacted on African relations with the rest of the world, as well as African experience in the diaspora. Course Description: Africa‘s contact and relationship with Europe, America, China, Arabia and other Asian countries have inflicted African peoples with the stigma and discrimination of racism. This course will examine the concepts of race, racism and xenophobia and they shaped Africa’s relationship the rest of the world. It will also specifically examine the African experience with racism and xenophobia in the USA, Europe and South Africa, as well in world politics, sports, education, science and technology.
PSS 910.2 Civil wars, violent conflicts, and displacements in Africa(3 Credit Units)
Students will learn about the impact of civil wars on the political, social and economic development of Africa; and how it has led to the displacement of Africans from their various homes and countrie Course Description: This course will explore the problems of civil wars and violent conflict in Africa, and how they have impacted on the political, economic and social development in Africa. The course will also explore the role of African and international organizations in the management and resolution of conflicts in Africa. Another important component of the course is how violent conflicts have led to internal displacements and refugee crises across and beyond Africa.
PSS 911.2 Natural Resources and Resource Conflicts in Africa(3 Credit Units)
Students will learn about the role of natural resources in African development and also how natural resources has triggered violent conflicts in African countries. Course Description: Natural resources have been a veritable tool for economic development in Africa. But it has also been an important factor in the onslaught of violent conflict and civil wars in Africa. This course will examine how natural resources such as crude oil, gold, diamond, cobalt, uranium, amongst others, have led to violent conflicts in African countries. It will also explore the role of internal and external factors in these conflicts, and what role the international community have played in aiding and abetting these conflicts.
PSS 999.2 Thesis ( 12 Credit Units)
This is a programme of individual research bearing on each student’s field of specialization. The focus of the student’s research is expected to be on generating new ideas on the processes of Peace and Conflict resolution. The topic of research must fall within one of the research areas in Peace and Security Studies.
List of Academic Staff
| S/N | NAME | QUALIFICATION | AREA OF SPECIALISATION | DESIGNATION |
| 1. | Professor Ifeanacho M. I. | B.A.,M.A.,(Cork/Ireland) Ph.D.(UPH) | Human Resources Management | Professor (Director of the Centre) |
| 2. | Professor S. B. Arokoyu | B.Sc., PGDE, M.Sc., Ph.D. (UPH)S | Urban and Regional Geography | Professor |
| 3 | Professor Walter C. Ihejirika | B.Sc., PGD, M.Sc., Ph.D. (Rome) | Development communication and Media Studies | Professor |
| 4. | Professor Ohale L. | B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (UPH) | Economic Development | Professor |
| 5. | Dr. Abu O. P. | B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (UPH) | Industrial Analysis, Medical Sociology & Social Gerontology | Senior Lecturer |
| 6. | Dr. Badey Dinebari K. | B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (UPH). | Development Studies | Senior Lecturer |
| 7. | Dr. Kialee Nyiayaana | B.Sc (UPH)., M.Sc.,(London) Ph.D.(UPH) | International Relations (Conflict and Peace Studies) | Senior Lecturer (Deputy Director) |
| 8. | Dr. Onyinye O. Durueke | B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. (Ibadan). | Gender Studies/Peace and Conflict Studies | Senior Lecturer |
| 9. | Dr.Gbeneme-ne Kpae | B.Sc., M.A., Missouri, (USA), Ph.D. (UPH). | Criminology and Environmental Conflict | Senior Lecturer |
| 10. | Dr. Mezie-Okoye, Charles C. | B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D. (UPH). | Peace and Conflict Studies/ Development Studies | Senior Lecturer |
| 11. | Dr. Chioma Daisy Onyige | B.A. M.Sc, Ph.D (UPH) | Criminology and Feminist Studies | Senior Lecturer |
| 12. | Tubotamuno Boma | B.Sc., M.Sc., (UPH) | Monetary Economist | Lecturer 11 |