Applications open for seventh batch of DU’s peace, conflict and human rights programme
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Applications are under way for admission to the seventh batch of the ‘Professional Masters in Peace, Conflict and Human Rights (PMPCHR)’ programme of the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies under the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Dhaka (DU), for the Spring 2027 semester. Interested candidates will be able to apply until 26 November 2026.
The programme runs for 18 months, and in this time a total of 48 credits must be completed across three semesters. Those holding a bachelor’s degree in any subject with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (out of 4.00) or with a second class will be eligible to apply.
With working professionals in mind, classes have been scheduled on Fridays and Saturdays. The programme also offers the opportunity for 30 per cent of classes to be held online.
According to the notice, the admission test will be held on 4 December 2026. To learn detailed information and the application process, interested candidates will have to follow the admission notice of the relevant department of the University of Dhaka.
Background
The admission notice for the seventh batch was published on the University of Dhaka website on 9 October 2026 — the University of Dhaka provided this information.
At a glance
The programme is run by the Department of Peace and Conflict Studies of the University of Dhaka; the university’s own description also refers to the programme as an 18-month, 48-credit course suited to working professionals, with classes held on Fridays and Saturdays — the University of Dhaka provided this information.
Sources
Background source: University of Dhaka, 9 October 2026
