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Diplomatic Studies MA, MRes

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Diplomatic Studies MA, MRes

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    Key Information

    • Study Level:

      Master

    • Duration:

      1 Years

    • Study Mode:

      Full Time

    • Tuition Fees EU/EEA:

      £ 7,415 Per Year

      These fees apply to students from the EU/EEA

    • Tuition Fees International :

      £ 14,320

      These fees apply to students from outside the EU/EEA

    institution

    Keele University

    Keele University got its start on land purchased by the Stoke-on-Trent Corporation in 1948. The first school on the land was the University College of North Staffordshire in 1949. It became the University of Keele in 1962 when it was awarded the Royal Charter. Before then it had a complicated history, belonging to the fabled […]

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    Course Summary

    This degree program prepares students for a career in international politics and diplomacy. You’ll come to understand not just the practicalities and traditional formalities of diplomatic contact between modern states but also the legal framework which has grown up around the practice. You’ll also see how trends in diplomacy have been moving, and will be able to predict the way the process of international politics is likely to evolve.

    Graduates of this program will have a well-rounded understanding of International Relations generally, but will also bring an in-depth knowledge of Diplomacy to the table. You will have advanced research skills, which can be used both in academia and on a practical, professional level. In addition, you will have chosen one or more fields of specialty according to your interests and career plans. Every module you take will give you highly specific, sought-after skills which many top-level employers demand.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    Course Outline

    This is a 1 year program, delivered across the Autumn, Spring and Summer semesters.

    Core Modules include:

    • Advanced Approaches To politics and International Relations
    • Research in Action
    • Perspectives in Politics and International Relations
    • Dissertation

    There is a long list of optional modules, including:

    • War, Memory and Popular Culture
    • The US Presidency and Public Policy
    • The Theory of Global Security
    • The Politics of Sin: Culture Wars in the US
    • The EU and the Global Commons
    • The Changing International Agenda
    • Rethinking Fault-Lines: Beyond the East/West Divide in Global Politics
    • Race and Justice: Civil Rights in the US
    • Party Politics and the European Union
    • Parties and Democracy
    • Maritime Security
    • Learning and Research Skills
    • International Environmental Law
    • Human Rights and Global Politics
    • Green Political Theory
    • Foundations of Human Rights
    • Equality, Discrimination and Minorities
    • Environmental Diplomacy
    • Environmental Decision Making: The Case of Complex Technologies
    • Diplomatic Practice
    • Diplomatic Law
    • Dimensions of Environmental Politics
    • Crisis, Continuity and Change: Trends and Issues in Contemporary Global History
    • Comparative European Politics
    • Climate Change: Governance, Power and Society
    • Approaches to Dialogue

    Learning & Teaching

    This is an intensive degree program delivered by some of the most respected academics in their various fields. They will use a range of teaching methods, which will likely include:

    • Large seminar classes
    • Smaller, highly interactive discussion groups
    • Independent study, with associated essays and a dissertation

    Your progress through each module will be assessed by marking your coursework, tracking your seminar participation and of course by your end of term exam results.

    Career Possiblities

    This is a unique course, which seeks to marry the study of the law, practice and underlying theory of diplomacy. It is open to students for a wide range of backgrounds, but many will have had prior diplomatic training or experience. Graduates will be able to bridge the gap between policy makers and academics, opening up unique career opportunities. Of course, the university’s support services will help you to find the perfect role.

    Entry Credit

    Successful complete of this program will result in either an MA or MRes in Diplomatic Studies.

    Applicants for the program must typically have achieved a first or second class honours degree in a relevant field such as Politics, International Relations. Humanities and Social Science degrees can also be accepted.  

    The full list of accepted UK qualifications can be found here. International qualifications are also accepted, listed here and here.

    All classes are taught in English, and international students will be required to show proficiency in English by scoring well on an approved test.

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