The Master of Arts in International Law and Diplomacy at University for Peace
The M.A. in International Law and Diplomacy empowers students to specialize in the intersection between international law and diplomacy. It will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of international law and its various foundational dimensions but also equip them with knowledge and skills to work in the field of diplomacy and related international careers.
During this programme, students will analyze the different dimensions of international law including those related to law-making, armed conflicts, human rights, economic relations, territorial and maritime disputes, environmental disputes as well as those related to the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century including dispute settlement and conflict resolution. Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional career and employability.
The programme is designed for graduate students, diplomats, government officers, NGO representatives, international civil servants or private law practitioners willing to strengthen their knowledge in international law, dispute settlement, international affairs management and diplomacy.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of the programme, students should:
- Have a deep understanding of the theory and practice of international law;
- Be able to participate in different processes of law making, implementing and enforcement in promoting the rule of law at different levels, especially regional and international;
- Have a deep understanding of the theory and practice of diplomacy;
- Be able to appraise the nexus between international law, diplomacy, the UN System and current contemporary challenges;
- Be able to apply key soft skills in an international working environment.
Invest in your future with this flexible online master’s degree!