Diplomacy and Religion

Entry requirements

An upper second class honours degree, or its equivalent. Relevant professional qualifications and experience will also be considered.

Months of entry

October

Course content

This programme is designed to encourage students to consider the practical processes, ideological dynamics and theoretical dimensions involved in the interface of diplomacy and religion.

The programme is relevant to those thinking about or currently working in diplomacy, international NGOs, and international policy and politics, and core modules are supported by selected Politics modules.

Distinguished diplomatic and foreign policy practitioners directly contribute to elements of the programme. Students may also opt to participate in trips to, for example, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in London, European Union organisations in Brussels and international organisations in Geneva.

Students take five taught modules each assessed by a 5,000 word essay.

Core Modules

· Studying Religion

· Theory and Method in Postgraduate Study

· Theory and Concepts in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy

· Dissertation (20,000 words)

Information for international students

IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent.

Fees and funding

www.lancaster.ac.uk/pgfunding/

Qualification and course duration

MA