Foundations of Diplomacy 2015-16, University Certificate

About Foundations of Diplomacy 2015-16, University Certificate - at Department for Continuing Education

Our Foundations of Diplomacy is a pre-master's level course which offers you this unique opportunity. It assumes no previous knowledge of (or experience in) the field of diplomacy/international relations and would be ideal for you if… 

• you are a new entrant to the profession   
• you are intending to follow a career in diplomacy   
• you would like to develop expertise in practical diplomacy   
• you would like to boost your English language proficiency   
• you would like to learn more about diplomacy and international relations   
• you are looking for a rigorous pre-Master's course to improve your academic study and writing skills in English   
• your first degree is in a different field and you intend to apply for a Master's degree in diplomacy/international relations   

This six-month programme (30 September 2014 - 27 March 2015) consists of: 

• A pre-sessional course from 30 September to 3 October 2014   
• An academic module (Diplomacy & International Relations) taught over two terms   
• An English language module taught over two terms

The Foundations of Diplomacy Course is a highly intensive six-month pre-master's course which is taught over two ten-week terms. Classes run from October to March each year. We are currently accepting applications for the 2014-2015 programme. 

Diplomacy & International Relations 

Experience a rigorous and intellectually stimulating programme of study taught by both academic tutors and former senior British diplomats. 

Your academic subject classes (approx 6 contact hours per week) include: 

• Diplomacy in Practice   
• Diplomatic Simulations   
• Foundations of Public International Law
• International Relations   
• European Integration   
• Contemporay European Politics
• Contemporary US Politics   
• Politics and Ideology   
• Skills for Public Diplomacy   

You will also benefit from the following study visits to London: 

• Foreign & Commonwealth Office   
• Cabinet Office   
• A foreign embassy   

English Language 

A team of highly experienced and well-qualified expert language tutors will help you rapidly improve your language skills and media interview techniques. 

Course Aims

The Foundations of Diplomacy Course aims to encourage you to: 

• develop your expertise in practical diplomacy   
• deepen your knowledge of European and international affairs   
• enhance your professional and academic English communication skills   
• develop assured effective presentation skills   
• engage successfully in interviews with the media   
• understand Britain, British society and British culture   

The course provides thorough pre-Master's preparation for further studies in diplomacy and international relations.

 

How to apply

For more information, and to access our application form, please view our website.

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