Diplomacy – (M.A.)

The MA in Diplomacy requires you to study three core modules on the theory, practice and development of diplomacy:

* The Evolution of Diplomacy
* Principles of Public International Law
* The Theory and Practice of Diplomacy

You will then be able to choose from a number of elective modules covering topics such as:

* Terrorism and Counter Terrorism
* Ethnic Conflict and Conflict Resolution
* Understanding New Labour
* Negotiation and Bargaining
* Global Development
* Non-Governmental Oga
* Globalisation and It´s Discontents
* Neutrality and Non-Alignment

Please note that modules may change in order to.keep abreast of political and academic developments.
The course will also expose you to the latest research in areas such as the law of armed conflict, crisis management and contemporary international history.
Each year students on the MA in Diplomacy are offered the opportunity to participate in a field trip to Brussels and The Hague, where they visit key diplomatic institutions and organisations such as the European Commission, North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO), Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE) and the European Parliament.
Brussels is an important historical city and the opportunity is also taken to visit some of the major cultural sites in this part of Europe.
Your studies will culminate in the research and writing of a 15,000-word dissertation. You will register your dissertation on a subject of your choice with one of the three participating schools and will be allocated with a Research Supervisor to oversee your progress.