Diplomatic studies and law
Short courses
Our short courses and events in diplomatic studies and law include day schools, lecture series and weekly classes.
Graduate programmes
The Department offers the following full-time programmes in diplomatic studies:
- Foundations of Diplomacy Pre-Masters is a six month course open to applicants with no previous knowledge of the field of diplomacy/international relations.
- Master of Studies in Diplomatic Studies is a full time programme aimed at diplomats in early-to-mid career.
Please note: the Master's in International Human Rights Law, along with the summer school in Oxford, is now offered by the Faculty of Law.
Upcoming courses
Summer schools • Short courses
Explore Digital Diplomacy with case studies and expert insights. Topics covered will include evolution, social media use, ethical challenges and future trends. Ideal for all interested in diplomacy, technology and our changing world.
- Sun 06 Jul 2025 – 12 Jul 2025
Summer schools • Short courses
Explore how emerging technologies, particularly AI, are reshaping the landscape of international diplomacy. We will addresses key topics relevant to both seasoned diplomatic practitioners and those new to the field.
- Sun 13 Jul 2025 – 19 Jul 2025
Summer schools • Short courses
A comprehensive exploration of how gender influences and shapes the realm of international diplomacy, with interactive sessions and expert insights. Designed for those both new to, and also already engaged in, both gender studies and diplomatic practices.
- Sun 20 Jul 2025 – 26 Jul 2025
Qualifications
This six months, full time course prepares students for graduate studies at leading British universities.
Qualifications • Professional development
A full-time graduate programme of mixed academic and vocational study of diplomacy and related subjects, with study tours in the UK and Europe. For early-to-mid career diplomats.
In-person weekly • Short courses
Judges are 'enemies of the people', covid restrictions 'unacceptable assaults on individual freedom, law 'inadequate to deal with violence against women'. The law has never been so controversial. But what are the realities behind the headlines?
- Tue 01 Oct 2024 – Tue 03 Dec 2024
- 10 meetings
- 2:00 – 4:00pm
Research, student spotlights and related subjects:
Human Rights Law Research
Human rights law research in the Department for Continuing Education at the University of Oxford.Jarosław Bajaczyk
Jarosław applied for the Diplomatic Studies Programme as he wanted to devote time to research and study in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.Student spotlights
View all student spotlights for this subject area