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MSc Diplomacy and International Relations

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    MSc Full-time 1 year, Part-time up to 4 years

Masters Degree Description

Examine the forces shaping our world today on this MSc Diplomacy and International Relations, to prepare for a career in the ever-changing international sphere.

Diplomacy is the core component of how states interact politically, economically and socially. On this master’s, you’ll explore current trends and developments to gain a critical understanding of the contemporary world order and the evolving methods and challenges of diplomacy in the digital age.

Develop your expertise decoding some of the pressing issues of today. What are the effects of digital transformation on foreign policy? How can states with different perspectives work together to solve or mitigate climate change? Who are the non-state actors influencing the global landscape – and how can states maintain power in this shifting dynamic?

Entry Requirements

A 2:2 honours degree (50% in final year), or equivalent international qualification, in any subject area.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

There are lots of options available to you to fund your master’s programme, from alumni bursaries to school and department scholarships and government loans.

Student Destinations

This master’s will give you a broad perspective of the shifting global political and economic landscape and the role of diplomacy as a tool for cooperation and progress.

You'll graduate with the analytical mindset and skills needed to pursue a career in diplomacy, negotiations, advocacy, lobbying, political analysis or communications in state and non-state organisations.

Module Details

Semester 1

Compulsory modules

  • Diplomacy in the Digital Age
  • Foreign Policy Analysis
  • Grand Challenges

Optional modules

One of:

  • International Relations and Security in the Age of Polycrises 
  • Negotiation - Strategy, Skills and Leadership 

Choose one of:

  • The Politics of Violence: Development, Security, Sustainability
  • Sport, Politics, and Diplomacy 
  • Corporate Governance 

Semester 2

Compulsory modules

  • Beyond the State: Non-State Actors in Global Affairs
  • Strategies and Challenges in the World Order
  • Dissertation

Optional modules

One of:

  • Peace and Conflict Transformation
  • Research Approaches in Development and Social Change

One of:

  • Collaborative Project 
  • Learning from the Global South: Field Trip

Summer

Compulsory modules

  • Dissertation

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