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Programme Specifications

Programme Specification

MSc Security, Peace-building and Diplomacy (January 2021 Intake)

Academic Year: 2020/21

This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if full advantage is taken of the learning opportunities that are provided.

This specification applies to delivery of the programme in the Academic Year indicated above. Prospective students reviewing this information for a later year of study should be aware that these details are subject to change as outlined in our Terms and Conditions of Study.

This specification should be read in conjunction with:

  • Summary
  • Aims
  • Learning outcomes
  • Structure
  • Progression & weighting

Programme summary

Awarding body/institution Loughborough University
Teaching institution (if different)
Owning school/department Loughborough University in London
Details of accreditation by a professional/statutory body
Final award MSc
Programme title Security, Peace-building and Diplomacy
Programme code LLPT74/LLPT75
Length of programme 1 year up to 4 years
UCAS code N/a
Admissions criteria

MSc Full time: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/LLPT74

MSc Part time: http://www.lboro.ac.uk/LLPT75

Date at which the programme specification was published Thu, 16 Sep 2021 17:23:18 BST

1. Programme Aims

  • To provide specialised, systematic and in-depth knowledge of the study of and the relationship between diplomacy and international security and peace-building deploying appropriate theories, concepts and methods associated with the specific subject area.
  • To enable students to acquire a critical awareness of the current issues involved in the study of the relations between diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • To provide training in the concepts and applications of research appropriate for the study of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • To offer opportunities for independent study and research within the related fields of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • To equip students with the skills to pursue careers as trained specialists in diplomacy with particular reference to international security and peace-building.

2. Relevant subject benchmark statements and other external reference points used to inform programme outcomes:

This programme has been developed in line with:

  • UK Quality Code for Higher Education, The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, April 2012, especially Part A: Setting and maintaining academic standards:
    • The Frameworks for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the QAA, August 2008
    • Master’s Degree Characteristics, the QAA, March 2010
    • The Higher Education Credit Framework for England, the QAA, August 2008
    • The Quality Code, Part B: Assuring and enhancing academic quality
      • Chapter B1: Programme Design, Development and Approval
      • Chapter B3: Learning and Teaching
      • Chapter B4: Enabling student development and achievement
      • Chapter B6: Assessment of students

3. Programme Learning Outcomes

3.1 Knowledge and Understanding

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of…

  • K1 Concepts and Theoretical Approaches to the study of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • K2 Current issues affecting the practice of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • K3 Research methods appropriate to the study and practice of diplomacy and related fields.

3.2 Skills and other attributes

a. Subject-specific cognitive skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

  • C1 Identify and critical evaluate concepts and theories appropriate to the study of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • C2 Identify and critically apply concepts and theories to case studies of diplomacy with particular reference to international security and peace-building.
  • C3 Identify case studies for analysis in diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • C4 Demonstrate skills of research design and research methodology relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.
b. Subject-specific practical skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

  • P1 Formulate research questions and research strategies for studying diplomacy and related fields.
  • P2 Develop research frameworks for the completion of an independent research project/dissertation pertaining to diplomacy and related fields.
  • P3 Demonstrate timely management of a research project that is consistent with both professional practice and the principles of research ethics in the field of diplomacy, international security and peace-building.
  • P4 Manage research materials and findings relevant to the study of diplomacy and related fields.
c. Key transferable skills:

On successful completion of this programme, students should be able to…

  • T1 Undertaking independent study and research
  • T2 Design and complete a research project, manage data, and demonstrate independent learning.
  • T3 Demonstrate decision making abilities in complex situations and exercise of initiative and leadership.
  • T4 Demonstrate written and oral communication and ICT skills.
  • T5 Develop networking and team working skills. 

4. Programme structure

Semester 1, 2020/21 (January 2021)

Code

Title

Modular Weight

N/A

Induction

N/A

Semester 2, 2020/21 (February to June 2021)

Compulsory Modules (45 credits)

Code

Title

Modular Weight

LLP008

Collaborative Project

15

LLP210

Inside the Profession: Diplomacy, Negotiation and Lobbying

15

LLP228

International Security

15

Optional Modules (students should select 15 credits)

Code

Title

Modular Weight

LLP237

The BRICS and the Changing World Order

15

LLP216

Global Economic Governance

15

LLP217

Global Cities in Diplomacy and International Governance

15

LLP410

Media and Social Movements

15

LLP707

Institutional Foundations of Entrepreneurship and Capitalism

15

Semester 3, 2020/21 (June to September 2021)

Compulsory Module (60 credits)

Code

Title

Modular Weight

LLP505

Dissertation

60

Semester 1, 2021/22 (October 2021 to January 2022)

Compulsory Modules (30 credits)

Code

Title

Modular Weight

LLP209

Diplomacy Today

15

LLP226

Peace-building

15

Optional Modules (students should select 30 credits)

Code

Title

Modular Weight

LLP240

Politics in Times of Crisis

15

LLP239

International Negotiations

15

BSP293

Global Strategy

15

Students will be given specific guidance on optional choices to help them make the correct choice for their chosen career development path.

5. Criteria for Progression and Degree Award

In order to be eligible for the award, candidates must satisfy the requirements of Regulation XXI.

All modules available in the Special Assessment Period (SAP) unless specified in the Module Specification.

6. Relative Weighting of Parts of the Programme for the Purposes of Final Degree Classification

Not Applicable

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