Program Overview
The Global Governance and Diplomacy at University of Oxford is a MSc programme in Humanities over 9 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Global Governance and Diplomacy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 9 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 22,020 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,670 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Global Governance and Diplomacy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Climate Change Diplomacy
- Diplomacy and International Law
- Global Financial Governance
- International Relations of the Developing World
- Multi-level Governance and Regional Integration
- Peacebuilding and Statebuilding
- Political Economy of Institutions and Development
- Politics of Non-governmental Organisations
- Security Issues in Fragile States
- Power and Punishment: Creating Social Order in Africa
- Rural Societies and Politics
- State, Governance and Natural Resources in Contemporary Latin America
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A student wishing to read for the MSc in Global Governance and Diplomacy has to be admitted first by the Department and then by a college. At least a good upper second class degree from a British university (or its equivalent elsewhere) is required. However entrance is very competitive and most successful applicants will have a first class degree (or equivalent).
Please refer to the How to Apply page and the Graduate Studies Prospectus for information on application deadlines and English language requirements. It is essential for applicants to apply early and respect the deadlines.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 22,020 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,670 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 22,020 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 16,670 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Oxford directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom
University of Oxford is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2016-03-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 9 months