International Studies and Diplomacy

The International Studies and Diplomacy program from SOAS University of London is designed for those engaged in, or planning to embark upon, a professional career requiring international expertise in government, not-for-profit, corporate or academic environments.

The International Studies and Diplomacy program from SOAS University of London suits those engaged in or considering research roles within a policy think tank, risk analysis organisation or doctoral program and seeking to deepen their academic and practical understanding of international affairs and contemporary diplomatic practice.

Employment

Students from SOAS’s Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy (CISD) develop an in-depth understanding of international affairs, contemporary diplomatic practice and policy-makers. Graduates leave with a portfolio of transferable skills such as critical analysis, problem solving, negotiation and communication, all of which are valued by employers across a number of sectors.Recent graduates have been hired by:

• Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy

• Ernst & Young

• European Centre for Democracy and Human Rights

• Government of India

• International Rescue Committee

• Medical Aid for Palestinians

• NHS

• The Commonwealth

• UK National Commission for UNESCO

• UNHCR

• United Nations

• World Food program

Courses include:

• Theories of Development

• Policy and Practice of Development

• China and World Development

• Global Energy & Climate Policy

• Global Advocacy

• Global Public Policy