MSc Strategic Studies and Diplomacy

The MSc Strategic Studies and Diplomacy is a programme for all those interested in the workings and interactions of governments across various levels, concerning governments which have both friendly relations and those which endure more strained relations.We live in a global situation which is becoming ever more uncertain as the international community tackles problems as diverse as climate change discussions, migration, development aid, trade and the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Middle East. New actors have emerged on the international arena, but states remain the key actors within the international system.Our portfolio of MSc Strategic Studies programmes has produced graduates of high repute with excellent career prospects for over thirty years, with a network of alumni internationally
This programme will arm you with many transferable skills critical for the competitive working environment including
Oral and written communications skills
Critical analysis
Problem-solving
Teamwork skills (e.g., negotiation, persuasion, decision-making, leadership)
IT skills
Working independently (e.g., establishing and prioritising objectives, working to deadlines).
This programme encourages collaboration with course experts who have experience of public policy, government departments, and international organisations (e.g., NATO, EU, UN, and think-tanks), or working as advisers to government (including in the UK, the US, EU, and East Asia).
PIR hosts an exciting range of events, including research seminars with world-renowned guest speakers, international policy, academic conferences, and other global policy-focussed forums.