International Relations and Diplomacy
| Degree: | Master of Science in International Relations and Diplomacy |
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| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Start date: | September |
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Location: | Leiden |
| Croho/isat code: | 75022 |
The two-year MSc Programme in International Relations and Diplomacy offers a unique blend of academic education in international relations and political science with practical graduate education and training in international negotiation and diplomacy. The programme is offered jointly by the Institute of Political Science of Leiden University and the prestigious Netherlands Institute of International Relations ‘Clingendael’ in the Hague. Clingendael’s objective is to promote the understanding of international affairs, and the institute devotes special attention to European co-operation, international security, and diplomacy.
Programme
Students attend core courses in the fields of international relations and political science. They also take quantitative and qualitative methodological courses. Furthermore, students are provided with specialised knowledge and hands-on experience in the area of diplomacy and international organisation, and insights into the actual practice of international negotiation and diplomacy.
Teaching in this programme is highly interactive. Most classes are taught in a seminar format. Students are expected to actively prepare for and participate in classes. Because this programme involves classroom work, individual research, and written assignments, there is close consultation between students and staff.
In the IRD programme, students have the opportunity of completing an internship at an international organisation (or attending additional specialised courses). The programme’s internship co-ordinator can assist students in finding suitable positions. The programme is concluded with the writing of a master’s thesis on a topic in international relations, international organisation or diplomacy.
For the most up to date course overview, see the e-Prospectus
