MA Global Diplomacy (Online) at SOAS University of London

The MA Global Diplomacy at SOAS draws on a long tradition of world-class teaching and research to offer a dynamic and engaging exploration of diplomacy in today’s global landscape. The programme prepares you for a range of diverse international careers while building strong analytical and interdisciplinary foundations for further study. Through core modules, students examine the art and practice of negotiation, the evolving role of the United Nations, and the geopolitics of power, security and global change.

Department: Department of Politics and International Studies  |  Duration: 2 years (accelerated) or 3 years  |  Study mode: online  |  Intake: September 2026 or January 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core and compulsory modules include Frontiers in Research, Capstone Dissertation/ Project.

Career pathways

We know you’re choosing this programme to advance your career and make a real difference in the world – that’s why we embed employability in every module. Teaching and assessments are designed to develop a range of skills valued by employers.

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