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Strategic Studies and Diplomacy, MSc

University of Aberdeen

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    King's Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The MSc Strategic Studies and Diplomacy is a programme for all those interested in the workings and interactions of governments across various levels, concerning governments which have both friendly relations and those which endure more strained relations.We live in a global situation which is becoming ever more uncertain as the international community tackles problems as diverse as climate change discussions, migration, development aid, trade and the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Middle East. New actors have emerged on the international arena, but states remain the key actors within the international system.Our portfolio of MSc Strategic Studies programmes has produced graduates of high repute with excellent career prospects for over thirty years, with a network of alumni internationallyThis programme will arm you with many transferable skills critical for the competitive working environment includingOral and written communications skillsCritical analysisProblem-solvingTeamwork skills (e.g., negotiation, persuasion, decision-making, leadership)IT skillsWorking independently (e.g., establishing and prioritising objectives, working to deadlines).This programme encourages collaboration with course experts who have experience of public policy, government departments, and international organisations (e.g., NATO, EU, UN, and think-tanks), or working as advisers to government (including in the UK, the US, EU, and East Asia).PIR hosts an exciting range of events, including research seminars with world-renowned guest speakers, international policy, academic conferences, and other global policy-focussed forums.

Tuition fees

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£ 23,000per year

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University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    University of Aberdeen, Directorate of External Relations, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, City Of, AB24 3FX, Scotland

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One of the top 30 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide league tables 2026).
Student population has over 130 nationalities and strong international global networks.
Experienced international student advisers with immigration expertise supporting students from application to graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    35th out of 74 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    175 81%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    33rd

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.21 80%

    22nd

    4

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