The MA International Relations and Diplomacy postgraduate programme provides a valuable introduction to the complexities of a rapidly changing world. As our personal lives, education and professional careers extend beyond our countries of birth, understanding other nations and the political and economic relations between nations is becoming more important. The programme aims to enable students to fully comprehend the key issues, processes, and institutions of international current affairs in a global context that recognizes distinctions of gender, ethnicity, social justice and human rights, as well as equip students with critical skills in diplomatic statecraft and intelligence, and the analysis of global security issues, foreign policy and geopolitical risk. It also aims to enable students to develop skills to locate, collate, analyze and interpret information and data. This degree is ideal for students who work in Dubai and across the UAE and want to broaden their skill set. It attracts students from all over the word, which provides a rich multinational and cross-cultural learning environment. Most candidates studying on the programme hold a Bachelor’s Degree related to a political/social science, or a similar field. Graduates from other disciplines with a keen interest in International Relations and Diplomacy will also be considered. Students who are already working, especially in a related area, will greatly benefit from this programme, and the programme structure. For forward-thinking students with an eye on a career in diplomacy, international public service, media, international affairs or international commerce, an MA International Relations and Diplomacy degree from Middlesex University Dubai is an important stepping stone. This programme is the right starting point for those who want to do research on this subject and may be considering pursuing a PhD.