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
This course consists of five distinct, but interlocking lectures on AI's impact on diplomacy, digital embassies, the role of big tech, AI regulation, and future foreign ministries.
- Sun 30 Jun 2024 – 06 Jul 2024
Summer schools • Short courses
We will cover historical roles, women's participation, global impact of gender policies, and future trends in diplomacy. Includes interactive sessions and expert insights ideal for diplomacy, Gender, equality of representation and our changing world.
- Sun 07 Jul 2024 – 13 Jul 2024
Summer schools • Short courses
A week exploring Digital Diplomacy: covers evolution, social media use, ethical challenges, and future trends, with case studies and expert insights. Ideal for all interested in diplomacy, technology and our changing world.
- Sun 14 Jul 2024 – 20 Jul 2024
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.
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
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