MA/PGDip International Studies and Diplomacy
Course
In City of London
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
City of london
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Start date
Different dates available
Start of programme: September intake only
Mode of Attendance: Full-time or Part-time
Who is this programme for?:
The MA/PGDip International Studies and Diplomacy (ISD) programme is designed for those engaged in, or planning to embark upon, a professional career requiring international expertise in government, not-for-profit, corporate or academic environments.
ISD aims to prepare students for a variety of roles, such as working within a Foreign Service or other government department; international civil service (such as the United Nations or European Union); international NGOs (working in fields such as development, humanitarian assistance and conflict resolution); multinational corporations and international media. The programme also suits those engaged in or considering research roles within a policy think tank, risk analysis organisation or doctoral programme and seeking to deepen their academic and practical understanding of international affairs and contemporary diplomatic practice.
The programme has a multi-disciplinary structure and draws on the teaching and research strengths of CISD and of the SOAS departments of International Politics, Law, Economics and area studies (especially of Asia, Africa and the Middle East) as well as a wide range of languages. Students choose a combination of modules to meet their specific professional needs and personal interests.
Students on this course will have the opportunity to participate in CISD's Study Tour of Geneva.
Programme Objectives
Excellent inter-disciplinary understanding of key concepts, theories and debates in the study of international affairs
Excellent knowledge of international policy debates and principle issues from perspectives of both the global North and South
Ability to undertake critical analysis of contemporary international policy issues and challenges
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Subjects
- Credit
- Options
- IT Law
- Diplomacy
- Politics
- IT
- International Politics
- Economics
- International
- Law
- Government
- IT Development
- Government Politics
- World Politics
- International Economics
- International security
- Intercultural awareness
- Cross Cultural management
- Global Advocacy
- Asian Security
- International Studies
- Diplomatic theory
Course programme
- One 30 credit module or two 15 credit modules from A
- Two 30 credit modules or four 15 credit modules from A or B
- One 30 credit module or two 15 credit modules from A, B or C
- Dissertation (compulsory) on a topic related to the programme’s core themes
Postgraduate Diploma candidates take modules as the MA, excluding the dissertation.
A). International Studies and Diplomacy Modules- Sport and Diplomacy: More than a Game
- International Relations 1: Foundations of World Politics
- International Relations 2: Contemporary World Politics
- History and Future of the United Nations
- Foundations of International Law
- International Law: Contemporary Problems of World Order
- International Politics of Transitional Justice
- Global Advocacy
- Diplomatic Practice
- General Diplomatic Studies
- International Economics
- International Security
*List of guided options LIST B
- Energy Policy in the Asia-Pacific
- Multinational Enterprises in a Globalising World - Economic and Legal Perspectives
- Project Management
- Global Public Policy
Please note that acceptance onto an Options module is subject to availability of places, timetabling, and the approval of the convenor of that course. Suggested electives for International Studies and Diplomacy students Full Unit modules (1.0) *List of guided options LIST C
- China and international politics
- Comparative politics of the Middle East
- Economic problems and policies in modern China
- Government and politics in Africa
- Government and politics of modern South Asia
- Government and politics of modern South East Asia
- International politics of East Asia
- State and society in the Chinese political process
- Taiwan's politics and cross-strait relations
- International Political Communication
- Japanese Modernity I
- Japanese Modernity II
- Theoretical Approaches to International Journalisms
This is the structure for 2018/19 applicants
If you are a current student you can find structure information on Moodle or through your Department.
Programme Specification- Programme Specification 2012/2013 (pdf; 234kb)
Important notice regarding changes to programmes and modules
MA/PGDip International Studies and Diplomacy