About the Programme
University for Peace
The Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy is an interdisciplinary and holistic programme that will not only broaden student’s knowledge in the field of development studies, sustainability and diplomacy but it will also equip them with the required soft skills for a successful international career in any of these areas of expertise. It is offered both online and face-to-face on the UPEACE campus in Costa Rica. During this programme, students will analyse the different dimensions of development including, environmental, social, economic and human dimensions as well as the theory and practice of diplomacy in the 21st century. Students will also attend skills development sessions that are designed to support their professional career and employability. Careers in this field can be very broad. Prospective employers include governments, international organizations, development agencies, academia and the private sector.
Who is it for?
The programme is designed for graduate students, diplomats, government officers, NGO representatives, international civil servants or private sector specialists willing to strengthen their knowledge in development studies, sustainability, international affairs management and diplomacy.
Hybrid M.A. in Development Studies and Diplomacy
Students can complete the Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy (hybrid) in a maximum of 4 semesters.
See admissions requirements for the M.A. in Development Studies and Diplomacy.
Tuition fee: $19,500.00.
For questions about the hybrid MA in Development Studies and Diplomacy: admissions@upeace.org.
Apply here - Deadline: 30 April 2024
Start date: 26 August 2024
Online M.A. in Development Studies and Diplomacy
Students can complete the Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy (online) in a maximum of 4 semesters.
See admissions requirements for the M.A. in Development Studies and Diplomacy.
Tuition fee: $8,700.00.
For questions about the online MA in Development Studies and Diplomacy: admissions@elearning.upeace.org.
Apply here - Deadline : 20 August 2024
Start date: 9 September 2024
Online Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy
Students can also opt for the Online Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy. The Online Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy offers in-depth study of development studies, global governance, conflict resolution, and diplomacy.
Tuition fee: $3,550.00.
For any queries regarding the Online Certificate, kindly contact: admissions@elearning.upeace.org
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Optional Field Trip to Geneva or The Hague
Each year, UNITAR will organize an optional 5-day field trip to Geneva (Switzerland) or The Hague (Netherlands) for the students enrolled in the Master of Arts in Development Studies and Diplomacy and the Certificate in International Development Studies and Diplomacy.
During this activity, students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the very heart of diplomacy, visit different international organizations and network with other diplomats, personnel of permanent missions accredited to the UN, civil servants of international organizations and civil society representatives.
Students will spend 5 days in Geneva or 5 days in The Hague.
The fee of the five-day field trip is 1,500 USD. The fee does not include travel, accommodation, food or visa expenses.
The optional field visit will take place every Summer. The exact dates will be agreed in conjunction with UPEACE depending on the availability of UNITAR’s experts.
Applications
Apply for the Hybrid M.A. in Development Studies and Diplomacy.
Apply for the Online M.A. in Development Studies and Diplomacy.
Apply for the Online Certificate in Development Studies and Diplomacy.
See the complete programme brochure
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