Diplomacy, Law and Global Change MA

Course overview

Focusing on the emerging global order of the 21st century, this course provides an understanding of the development and contemporary practice of diplomacy and the rules of international law and helps prepare you with useful skills for careers in diplomatic services, international organisations, non-governmental organisations or international business.

Why you should study this course

• You will have the opportunity to study the changing environment and challenges globalisation presents, such as gender equality, climate change, modern slavery, terrorism and organised crime.
• The course typically attracts students from across the globe, offering a multicultural learning experience drawing on the experience of students from diverse cultures. As a consequence, the course will prepare you to work in an increasingly globalised job market.
• The School of Humanities and Coventry Law School work to maintain an outstanding network of professional contacts spanning diplomats and diplomacy specialists in a range of prestigious external organisations, both private and public². Our network includes Chatham House, the International Slavery Museum and the Royal African Society. These links are reflected in hosted talks and events². Past examples include workshops facilitated by the assistant district attorney of Sicily, a senior anti-trafficking prosecutor from Nigeria, the CEO of the NHS Counter-Fraud Authority, a senior manager from the UK’s National Crime Agency and a forensic accountant from the Italian national police (talks and events are subject to availability).
• The relevance of course content is reinforced by our staff’s current involvement in professional organisations, such as the British International Studies Association (BISA), the Political Studies Association (PSA), the University Association for Contemporary European Studies, the African Studies Association of the UK (ASAUK) and the European Consortium for Political Research (ECPR) (staff are subject to change).

Careers and opportunities

Upon successful completion, you will be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge and understanding of: the nature of diplomacy, its evolution and role in international politics; the changing international environment and how this affects and influences the development of diplomacy and law; and the principles of consultancy and the theories and practices found in leadership
• apply knowledge of the dynamics of diplomacy and international law in a wide range of situations and organisations
• show awareness of, and sensitivity to, differing international environments and the impact these have on political, economic and social actors
• apply research skills, identify appropriate sources and methods, take personal responsibility and demonstrate initiative in dealing with complex and unpredictable environments
• demonstrate advanced analytical and evaluative skills to construct fair, coherent and convincing arguments
• exhibit advanced problem-solving skills, tackling complex issues both independently and as part of a team, identifying appropriate solutions in a systematic, creative and constructive manner.

Employers are looking for individuals with the ability to work across different cultures, and to possess problem-solving and critical analysis skills.