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Master of Diplomatic Studies

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Degree Structure

The Master of Diplomatic Studies degree is comprised of the following courses:

  • Transnational Diplomacy (12 units);
  • Contemporary Challenges in Diplomacy: Politics, Economics, Law & Strategy (12 units);
  • Case Studies in Diplomacy (6 units);
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (6 units); and
  • Diplomacy, Politics and the United Nations (12 units)

An elective relevant to the study of Diplomacy may be taken from an area outside the Asia-Pacific College of Diplomacy. A relevant course might be in the field of International Relations, Strategic and Defence Studies, Public Policy, National Security or Law for example. Candidates should not enrol in electives from outside the Asia-Pacific College of Diplomacy until they have formal approval from the Delegated Authority and permission from the relevant area.


The information published on the Study at ANU 2012 website applies to the 2012 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2011 website.

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