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Masters Mediation, Conflict Management and Citizenship

This Master's degree, taught entirely through distance learning (EAD), offers an interdisciplinary approach to Mediation, Conflict Management, and Citizenship to students of Education Sciences (such as teachers, educators, and animators) and Social and Beh Read more
Course formatOnline DegreeMasters Semesters3 Credits90
  • Presentation

    Presentation

    This Master's degree, taught entirely through distance learning (EAD), offers an interdisciplinary approach to Mediation, Conflict Management, and Citizenship to students of Education Sciences (such as teachers, educators, and animators) and Social and Behavioral Sciences (such as psychology, law, social work, political science, sociology, and philosophy) from Portuguese-speaking countries. Inspired by UNESCO's perspective on Global Citizenship, the course values mediation as a methodology that promotes coexistence, peace, and social justice, enhancing the (re)construction of bonds, empowerment, and inclusion in challenging social contexts, in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Admission Conditions

    Admission Conditions

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: The following individuals may apply for the Master's Degree in Mediation, Conflict Management, and Citizenship: a) Holders of a bachelor's degree or legal equivalent in Education or Social Sciences; b) Holders of a foreign higher education degree obtained in accordance with the Bologna Process in the same areas; c) Holders of a foreign higher degree recognized by the Scientific Council as satisfying the objectives of the bachelor's degree; d) Holders of an academic, scientific, or professional curriculum recognized by the Scientific Council as attesting to their ability to attend the study cycle. Compliance with computer and digital requirements, as indicated on the website and in other means of dissemination/dissemination, regarding the student having access to a computer with a stable internet connection and experience in internet browsing and research. RANKING CRITERIA: 50% previous qualification grade (Bachelor's Degree) 50% curriculum assessment (Curriculum + Letter of Motivation) Candidates without a previous qualification: Holders of a particularly relevant academic or scientific curriculum / holders of an academic, scientific, or professional curriculum recognized as attesting to their ability to complete the course: curriculum assessment - 100%.
  • Who is this course for?

    Who is this course for?

    The 20 places on the Master's Degree in Mediation, Conflict Management, and Citizenship are intended for graduates in Education Sciences and Social Sciences, such as Psychology, Law, Social Work, Management, or other related areas who wish to specialize in mediation and conflict management. The course is also suitable for professionals working in educational, social, community, legal, cultural, or organizational contexts, both nationally and internationally, who wish to strengthen their communication, negotiation, and mediation skills.
  • Knowledge, abilities and skills to be acquired

    Knowledge, abilities and skills to be acquired

    The Master's Degree in Mediation, Conflict Management, and Citizenship trains professionals with a solid theoretical, methodological, and ethical background, capable of understanding and intervening in contemporary social and relational challenges. The course values mediation as a methodology for social innovation, promoting coexistence and peace, preparing students for diverse and interdisciplinary contexts. The following skills are highlighted: - Understanding social phenomena based on rigorous and interdisciplinary knowledge of mediation, conflict management, and citizenship. - Observing, analyzing, and investigating social reality, mobilizing research and intervention methods and techniques in the areas of the course that allow for characterizing contexts, diagnosing needs, and outlining action strategies tailored to emerging social issues. - Planning, organizing, managing, and evaluating mediation and conflict management projects and interventions, promoting collaborative and participatory approaches focused on cooperation, negotiation, and constructive dialogue. - Design and apply digital resources adapted to mediation contexts, with a view to pedagogical and social innovation. - Build and guide training, educational, and intervention processes, adapting them to different audiences and institutions. - Develop scientific research in the areas of mediation, conflict management, and citizenship, applying research methodologies appropriate to the complexity of social contexts and producing knowledge relevant to the transformation of practices and public policies. - Apply the knowledge acquired in professional contexts, articulating theory and practice and promoting ethical, reflective, and responsible action in educational, social, cultural, community, or organizational institutions, promoting social innovation and relational justice.
  • Reasons for joining

    Reasons for joining

    • Pioneering and interdisciplinary training: An innovative course in the Portuguese-speaking world, taught entirely through e-learning, which integrates the areas of mediation, conflict management, and citizenship from a theoretical and practical perspective.
    • Link between theory, research, and professional practice: Provides advanced training that combines scientific fundamentals with applied research and intervention methodologies, promoting innovative practices in mediation and conflict management in different contexts of contemporary citizenship.
    • Teaching staff with recognized academic and professional experience: The teaching staff consists of specialists with extensive experience in the areas covered by the Master's program, ensuring scientifically rigorous and professionally relevant learning.
    • Development of digital and collaborative skills: The distance learning model promotes autonomy, flexibility, and mastery of technological tools for communication and collaborative conflict resolution, which are valued in hybrid and international professional environments.
    • Integration into Lusophone research and cooperation networks (Academic and scientific communities, such as: CeiED (https://www.ceied.ulusofona.pt/pt/) and ReLeCo de Mediação Social e Educativa (https://www.ceied.ulusofona.pt/pt/investigacao/releco/estudos-em-mediacao), promoting research, exchange and sharing of practices).
    • Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (UN) and global citizenship (UNESCO) The Master's program fulfills SDGs 4, 5, 10, and 16, promoting inclusive education, equality, justice, and peace, in line with UNESCO's humanistic vision.
  • Career Opportunities

    Career Opportunities

    The Master's Degree in Mediation, Conflict Management, and Citizenship provides advanced, interdisciplinary training that enables graduates to understand and intervene in social and institutional contexts marked by diversity, conflict, and the need to strengthen democratic citizenship. The course equips students with knowledge, methodologies, and skills that enable them to act more effectively and knowledgeably in contexts where mediation, conflict management, and citizenship are central tools for intervention. Graduates will be able to apply what they have learned in multiple domains: - Educational and socio-educational contexts - in educational institutions, tutoring programs, and innovative pedagogical projects focused on coexistence and inclusion. - Intercultural and community contexts - promoting integration, cultural diversity, and social cohesion. - Family, social, and local government contexts - supporting practices of dialogue, participation, and rebuilding community ties. - Organizational and work contexts - contributing to conflict prevention and positive management, collaborative work, and institutional well-being. - Social intervention and public policy contexts - designing and evaluating programs for citizenship, relational justice, equality, and social sustainability. Graduates will also be prepared to carry out consulting, training, and applied research activities in the areas of mediation, conflict management, and citizenship, as well as to participate in social innovation projects and national and international academic or interinstitutional networks focused on promoting peace, inclusion, and social justice.
  • Future Studies

    Future Studies

    The study cycle ensures adequate preparation for students to continue their academic training through postgraduate studies such as the Doctorate in Education at Lusófona University. Lusófona University has digital learning management platforms, namely Moodle, which integrates synchronous virtual classrooms and multimedia resources, discussion forums, collaborative workspaces, and tutorial monitoring mechanisms. Through the Digital Academy - Lusófona X, teachers and students have access to specialized technical and pedagogical support, as well as videoconferencing tools, virtual laboratories, and digital libraries that ensure access to scientific databases and interactive audiovisual resources. The course is also supported by certified institutional e-learning systems, dedicated server infrastructure, and a remote support network, promoting a collaborative, secure, and globally accessible learning experience.
  • Infrastructure and Equipment

    Infrastructure and Equipment

    This Master's program benefits from a technological ecosystem designed to ensure the quality and innovation of distance learning. It offers digital learning management platforms, notably Moodle, which integrates synchronous virtual classrooms and multimedia resources, discussion forums, collaborative workspaces, and tutorial support mechanisms. Through the Lusófona Digital Academy X, teachers and students have access to specialized technical and pedagogical support, as well as videoconferencing tools, virtual laboratories, and digital libraries that ensure access to scientific databases and interactive audiovisual resources. The course is also supported by certified institutional e-learning systems, dedicated server infrastructure, and a remote support network, promoting a collaborative, secure, and globally accessible learning experience. The University also provides access to accessible databases: B-On, and digital services such as Moodle, the Academic Portal, Lusófona Mobile, VPN, and the Lusófona Teaching App.
  • Research

    Research

    The CeiED-ReLeCo Social and Educational Mediation research community is a rigorous scientific environment in which the epistemological, methodological, and praxiological foundations of social and educational mediation are explored in depth. Students enrolled in this master's program are invited to join this research community by participating in seminars, research projects, and working groups that combine research and intervention. More information is available at: https://www.ceied.ulusofona.pt/pt/investigacao/releco/estudos-em-mediacao
  • Observations

    Observations

    SCIENTIFIC AREAS This Master's degree is accredited by A3ES in two areas of the National Classification of Education and Training Areas (CNAEF - https://cnaef.dgeec.medu.pt/): [0142] Education Sciences - Teacher/Trainer Training and Education Sciences - Education; [0310] Social and Behavioral Sciences - Social Sciences and Law.

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Porto | Faculdade de Psicologia e Educação
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Current Application Dates

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Fees

Other fees may be applied in accordance with the regulations in force.
    • Application Fees
      Application for Masters Degrees ? 450€
      Application for Masters Degrees ? 175€
      Applying for Readmission 105€
      External Students ? 625€
      External Students ? 425€
    • Registration Fees
      School Insurance 47€
      Readmisson 105€
      300€
    • Tuition
      Average monthly value for 30 ECTS semestral curricular units 0€
      Per ECTS 0€

Secretariat

Gisela Ribeiro

Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior

Acreditation state
Acreditado - Deliberation
Registry number: Aguarda Registo DGES

Graduation Requirements

Have completed a total of 90 ECTS.
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