International Relations and Diplomacy MA
About This Programme
International relations and diplomacy: foreign policy, diplomatic statecraft, global security and geopolitics.
Course Highlights
- International relations, diplomacy and global security.
- Diplomatic statecraft, foreign policy and geopolitical risk.
- A 60-credit research dissertation.
- A UK Middlesex University degree delivered at the Dubai campus.
What You'll Study
Taught on campus. 180 credits including a dissertation.
Compulsory Modules
- Global security (30 credits)
- Foreign Policy and Geopolitical Risks in a Changing World Order (15 credits)
- Critical Skills in Diplomatic Statecraft and Intelligence (30 credits)
- International political economy of media (15 credits)
- Research and Dissertation (60 credits)
Optional Modules
- Migration debates and governance (15 credits)
- Intersectionality in practice (15 credits)
- Sustainable development and human rights (15 credits)
- Climate justice (15 credits)
- Cities and sustainable development (15 credits)
- Integrated work and learning (15 credits)
- Law and Policy of the World Trade Organization (15 credits)
- Business and Human Rights (15 credits)
- WHAT YOU WILL STUDY ON YOUR MA International Relations and Diplomacy PROGRAMME.
- ‘A valuable introduction to the complexities of a rapidly changing world’.
- Why Study MA International Relations and Diplomacy?
- COURSE OVERVIEW
- INTAKE
- DURATION
- ATTENDANCE
- COURSE LEADER
Entry Requirements
Careers
Many career opportunities exist for International Relations graduates. Working for the diplomatic service is a common destination, as is the non-profit sector, where international NGOs often seek to hire professionals with campaigning, policy and influencing skills. Other common fields for graduates include media, finance, higher education, and public policy. Furthermore, businesses throughout the world seek to employ people with knowledge of the global market place. During the course, you will have the opportunity to develop skills in research, data collection, critical analysis, oral, written and visual communication, reasoned debate, comprehending theoretical concepts, and policy analysis. All of these are highly transferable and valued by employers across all sectors. Students will also benefit from the support of Middlesex University Dubai's Careers and Employability Service
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Licensed and accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) through the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), and by Dubai's KHDA. The degree is awarded by Middlesex University in the UK (QAA-reviewed).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Arts (MA)
Start Date
January, September
Typical Offer
An honours degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent
Duration
1 year
Qualification
MA
Subject Area
Social Sciences
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 76,491/yr
Total tuition is AED 76,491 (inclusive of VAT). All students receive a minimum 10% academic scholarship, with further scholarships and grants available.