Diplomacy and International Relations MSc
Loughborough University
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Our MSc Diplomacy and International Relations programme provides an umbilical link between theory and practice, providing training in the concepts and applications of research appropriate for the study of diplomacy and international relations in the world today.Students of the Diplomacy and International Relations masters programme will be provided with a specialised, systematic and in-depth knowledge of diplomacy deploying appropriate theories, concepts and methods associated with practice in ...Read more

Our MSc Diplomacy and International Relations programme provides an umbilical link between theory and practice, providing training in the concepts and applications of research appropriate for the study of diplomacy and international relations in the world today.Students of the Diplomacy and International Relations master's programme will be provided with a specialised, systematic and in-depth knowledge of diplomacy deploying appropriate theories, concepts and methods associated with practice in the field. You will be challenged to acquire a critical awareness of the New World Order and how this concept relates to current issues involved in the study of diplomacy, learning from the past to deal with the challenges of the future.The Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance offers masters programmes that keep pace with the changing realities of todays world. The Institute works with our students to develop tools to grasp these facts of international life, and to prepare our students for careers across many professions.Our programmes are designed to involve you with many different aspects of contemporary diplomacy and international relations. Experts from academia, government and industry will share their insights (and secrets, in some cases) to guide and support your own discoveries and learning.

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22/279
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14th
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6th
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Ben
30 May 25

Best - excellent facilities and student experience. Worst - strike action early on had some impact...Read more

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abi
22 Nov 24

Best aspects: Huge campus, incredible sport facilities, lots of study spaces and access to computers and technology. Great transport links. Lots of cafes and restaurants,..Read more

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Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree (50% in final year), or equivalent international qualification, in any subject area.

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£12,500 per year

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Postgraduate accommodation fees - From £117 per week

£25,500 per year

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Postgraduate accommodation fees - From £117 per week

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Ben
30 May 25
Politics and International Relations (with placement year) - BA (Hons)
Best - excellent facilities and student experience. Worst - strike action early on had some impact....
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abi
22 Nov 24
Politics and International Relations - BA (Hons)
Best aspects: Huge campus, incredible sport facilities, lots of study spaces and access to computers and technology. Great transport links. Lots of cafes and restaurants,...
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Loughborough University
Loughborough University , Loughborough

Loughborough University has two campuses for postgraduate study - Loughborough campus is located in the heart of England and our...

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Loughborough University
3 Lesney Avenue, The Broadcast Centre, Here East, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London Greater London E20 3BS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Pudding Mill Lane  0.6 miles away Nearest train station: Hackney Wick  0.2 miles away
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