Available courses

International Negotiations

Drawing on current issues of international political and diplomatic negotiation, this module will aim to enhance the ability of participants to think process-wise and to develop the skills needed to negotiate and draft agreements effectively through the use of practical exercises.  Illustrating best practice in political and diplomatic negotiation analysis, it will provide the opportunity to reflect on and practice international negotiation as an instrument in navigating international relations. Participants in this program will receive a hard-copy of the Workbook on International political and Diplomatic Negotiation, to be used throughout the module. 

International Relations

During the International Relations course, theories will be used to illustrate debates within international politics. Students will analyze leading mainstream theorists and develop their understanding of contemporary debates. 

The course goals: to give basic knowledge about various IR theories and concepts. Students will learn about different types of theories and develop an understanding of how theory relates to contemporary issues. 

The outcome: students will learn various theoretical approaches from both IR theory and the wider social sciences. Students will also learn to develop their critical understanding of theoretical and policy debates. 

Artificial Intelligence and International Politics: Perspectives, Debates and Challenges

This course provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge debates on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in International Politics. The course is structured so that students understand the historical context of AI’s development and can connect it to contemporary debates on ethics, future, biases, and structures of power related to AI. Participants will engage with contemporary geopolitical trends, challenges, and opportunities in AI development.