Diplomacy

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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.

Entry requirements:2.1(Upper 2nd class hons degree or international equivalent)IELTS:7.0 (no less than 6.0 in any element)TOEFL paper based:600 with 4.5 TWETOEFL IBT:100 (no less than 19 in any element) English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B)