International Relations

Welcome to London! Airport transfer and check-in to your accommodation near King's Cross. Evening welcome reception at a historic pub where you'll meet program coordinators and fellow participants.

Program orientation covering British political system and international relations landscape. Walking tour of Westminster, Parliament, and Downing Street. Introduction to diplomatic protocols and international law foundations.

Intensive courses in International Law, Global Governance, Conflict Resolution, and Foreign Policy Analysis. Classes at our partner institution with guest lectures from former diplomats and policy experts. Case studies on Brexit, NATO, and Commonwealth relations.

Exclusive visit to the FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office). Briefing sessions with diplomats on current international affairs. Discussion on UK's role in global diplomacy and multilateral institutions.

Guided tour of the Houses of Parliament including the House of Commons and House of Lords. Attend a parliamentary session and meet with MPs. Discussion on the role of democracy in international relations.

Advanced courses in European Integration, Security Studies, and Development Policy. Visits to Chatham House, Royal Institute of International Affairs, and other leading think tanks. Workshops on diplomatic writing and negotiation.

Full-day excursion to Oxford University. Visit to the Bodleian Library and historic colleges. Special session on the history of international relations theory and its evolution.

Develop a policy brief on a current international relations issue. Present to a panel of experts including former ambassadors and policy advisors. Receive feedback and refine your diplomatic skills.

Certificate ceremony at a historic London venue. Final networking event with diplomatic community and program alumni. Farewell dinner featuring British cuisine. Departure assistance.