MSc Human Rights and Diplomacy

The Human Rights and Diplomacy course, offered by the University of Stirling, is an innovative postgraduate programme that conjoins the study of human rights (theory and practice) with that of diplomacy (theory and practice). The course emphasizes on international diplomacy and human rights as a dynamic area in political science and international relations.Course Content: The course encompasses in-depth learning of the theory and practice of diplomacy, the practice of international law and human rights advocacy. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how our complex, fast-paced world, international diplomacy and human rights are now interconnected, and how this influences current events and policy. The course structure allows students to critically assess a number of case studies related to these interconnections, and to understand how they influence the dynamics of diplomacy and human rights. Key Modules: Key modules include Understanding Human Rights, Research Methods, Global Governance, Human Rights and Conflict, European Institutions and Human Rights, Human Rights in the Developing World and US Foreign Policy.Future Careers: Upon completion of this course, students can venture into a variety of sectors, including diplomatic service, organizations related to international human rights and humanitarian assistance, government services related to international and regional organizations, non-profit organizations, and academia.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.