Master of Arts - Diplomacy and Conflict Resolution (CAST014)

This course is ideal for individuals interested in shaping global change, negotiating international challenges, shaping policy and contributing to effective solutions.

Key course content:

• Human rights and diplomacy: The module on human rights and diplomacy explores the evolution of diplomacy and its role in protecting human rights during global crises. • Conflict and security: The module on conflict and security examines warfare, rebellion, and international security through key case studies and critical analysis. • Extremism and resilience: The module on extremism and resilience investigates the rise of populism and extremism while exploring resilience strategies to counter their impact.

Why students should study this course

• Enhance knowledge and analytical skills: The course enhances students' knowledge and analytical skills by enabling them to assess how different actors on the global stage interact and collaborate to promote peace and stability. It analyses the motivations of policymakers and other global stakeholders, and assesses the impact of threats on individuals, communities and countries. • Learn from a wide range of external professionals and practitioners: Guest speakers deliver a range of sessions designed to connect students with critical issues, from current challenges facing the global community to the role played by diplomats in overcoming them. The course provides opportunities to learn from a broad range of perspectives and gain invaluable industry and policy-related insights. • Engage in teaching, learning and assessment opportunities: The course’s teaching, learning and assessment approaches aim to help participants enhance their knowledge and expertise. Workshops are interactive, supportive learning environments. Assessments are varied, providing participants with opportunities to build a broad portfolio of experience and skills. • Enhance employability: In addition to transferable skills (communication, digital, research and creativity), the course develops specialist skills to prepare graduates for careers in international conflict management, such as the diplomatic corps, the United Nations, government agencies and international NGOs.