1 year (2-4 semesters)
Coursework
RM25,000 (Local)
RM32,500 (International)
UKM Bangi
This one year programme aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the core issues related to the theory and practice of strategy and diplomacy. It prepares and equips students from diverse academic backgrounds with the ability to explore the nexus between strategy and diplomacy within the context of the changing global environment. It focuses on the understanding of strategic and security issues, diplomacy, interstate relations, foreign policy, international political economics, international law, defence policy and regional issues. Learning will be through lectures, discussion, presentations, group work, seminars, assignments and a dissertation exercise.
| Requirements | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|
| Degree | • Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) or its equivalent. • Preference will be given to applicants with CGPA 3.00 and above or its equivalent. • Mid-career professionals with nine or more years of relevant work experience will also be considered. |
| English language | MUET: Band 4 / TOEFL: 550 score minimum or IELTS: Band 6 |
| Documents to be submitted | • Transcript and copy of first degree in relevant field • Proof of competency in English language (TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants) • Certified copy of high school diploma (SPM or STPM for Malaysians) • 2 letters of recommendation from your employer/institution of higher education • Passport size photo • Processing fee • Checklist |
| No. | Programme Learning Outcome (PLO) |
|---|---|
| PLO1 | Be able to master the disciplinary knowledge of the Strategic and Diplomatic Studies systemically via key theories and concepts. |
| PLO2 | Be able to comprehend and analyse while providing solutions for the strategic and diplomatic issues from the practical approach. |
| PLO3 | Be able to evaluate and decide in any situations with limited resources by taking into account the relevant social and ethical responsibilities associated with the startegic and diplomatic aspects of emerging issues. |
| PLO4 | Be able to interact effectively with stakeholders by integrating knowledge into presenting strategic and diplomatic issues. |
| PLO5 | Be able to apply interpersonal and interactive communication skills in all teaching and learning activities. |
| PLO6 | Be able to apply digital and technological skills with soft and hardwares that are associated with the strategic and diplomatic studies. |
| PLO7 | Be able to apply numerical skills and systemic understanding in fulfilling the research needs that are carried out in the field of strategic and diplomatic studies. |
| PLO8 | Be able to show leadership quality in group settings with the systemic understanding of completing all required assignments with responsibilities. |
| PLO9 | Be able to integrate the scientific knowledge in managing strategic and diplomatic issues at the workplace with the right values, attitude, and high-level of professionalism. |
| PL010 | Be able to cultivate entrepeneurship in managing and policymaking of strategy and diplomacy. |
| PLO11 | Be able to exude professional ethics and personalities as expected in the field of strategy and diplomacy |
| Types and total units required | Unit | |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Courses (16 Units) | Research Methodology in Strategy and Diplomacy | 4 |
| Strategy and International Security: Concepts and Theories | 4 | |
| Diplomacy: Theory and Practice | 4 | |
| International Political Economy | 4 | |
| Elective courses (12 units) | Comparative Defence and Foreign Policy | 4 |
| Globalisation and Regionalisation | 4 | |
| ASEAN and Asia-Pacific Order | 4 | |
| Malaysia and Small State Strategy | 4 | |
| International Law and Organisations | 4 | |
| Seminar on Strategy and Diplomacy | 4 | |
| Dissertation Exercise/Research Project (12 units) | Master Thesis | 12 |
| Total | 40 |
| No. | Program Advantages |
|---|---|
| 1. | This one year programme aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the core issues related to the theory and practice of strategy and diplomacy. It prepares and equips students from diverse academic backgrounds with the ability to explore the nexus between strategy and diplomacy within the context of the changing global environment. It focuses on the understanding of strategic and security issues, diplomacy, interstate relations, foreign policy, international political economics, international law, defence policy and regional issues. Learning will be through lectures, discussion, presentations, group work, seminars, assignments and a dissertation exercise. |
| 2. | An English language-based postgraduate programme that aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of core issues relating to the theory and practice of foreign policy and international relations, with an emphasis on Malaysia, ASEAN, and Asia’s relations with the wider world. |
| 👱 | Dr Mohd Ikbal Mohd Huda |
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| Coordinator, M.Soc.Sc. in Strategy and Diplomacy Research Centre for History, Politics, and International Affairs (SPHEA), Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities (FSSK) |
| 📧 | ibahuda@ukm.edu.my |
| 📱 | (+60)173737529 |
| 👱 | Syahir Hazmi Samsudin Project Manager, Executive & PBJJ Program, UKMShape |
|---|---|
📧 | syahirhazmi@ukm.edu.my |
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