Master in Diplomacy and International Affairs
About This Programme
A master's in diplomacy and international affairs (30 credit hours) preparing graduates for careers in foreign affairs, international organizations and policy.
Course Highlights
- Taught at Zayed University, ranked #588 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- American-style credit-hour degree taught in English
- UAE nationals are generally government-sponsored
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American-style credit-hour system, primarily in English.
Programme courses
Required credit hours: 30. Course list as printed in the Zayed University Catalog 2025-2026, pages 107-107.
- POL613 Research Methods
- POL623 International Relations
- POL633 Contemporary International Affairs
- POL643 International Political Economy
- POL653 Public Diplomacy
- POL673 International Relations of the UAE
- POL693 Security Studies
- POL699 Master's Thesis in Diplomacy and International Affairs
Entry Requirements
A non-refundable application fee of AED 420 applies.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers in government, policy, international organisations, research and the social sector, or continue to postgraduate study.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
Zayed University holds US institutional accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and national accreditation from the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).
Programme Details
Award
Master of Arts
Start Date
August (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A relevant bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (2.5 for conditional admission).
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Social Sciences
Campus
Abu Dhabi
Course Type
Master of Arts
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 64,005/yr
Graduate applicants apply to Zayed University Graduate Admissions with transcripts and supporting documents, and pay the AED 420 application fee.