Degree Structure

The Doctor of Diplomatic Studies program is composed of the following coursework and thesis units:

Coursework comprising 48 units (one year full-time or two years part-time study)

Compulsory Course

DIPL8000     Diplomatic Doctoral Research Preparation (12 units)

Elective Courses

24 units from the following courses:

DIPL8001    Transnational Diplomacy (12 units)

DIPL8002    Contemporary Challenges in Diplomacy: Politics, Economics, Law & Strategy (12 units)

DIPL8003    Case Studies in Diplomacy (6 units)

DIPL8004    Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (6 units)

DIPL8006     Diplomacy, Politics and the United Nations (12 units)

Plus 12 units from another approved area within ANU (chosen in consultation with the Prescribed Authority of the Asia-Pacific College of Diplomacy)

Research thesis comprising 48 units (one year full-time or two years part-time study)

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