Advanced Diploma in International Laws, Politics & Governance

International law, global reverberation, personal responsibility.

The Advanced Diploma in International Laws, Politics & Governance is a distinguished program for individuals seeking an in-depth understanding of the intricate intersections between international legal frameworks, political dynamics, and governance structures. This comprehensive diploma equips participants with

the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the global stage, fostering expertise in the realms of international law, political science, and effective governance.

The Advanced Diploma in International Laws, Politics & Governance opens doors to a multitude of career paths, including roles in international organizations, government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), legal firms, and diplomatic services. Graduates emerge well- prepared to contribute meaningfully to global affairs, navigating the legal, political, and governance challenges that define the international arena.

Language of Instruction

English

Duration & Credits

1 Semester
(3-6 months)
30 ECTS

Start & Location

October or
February / March

Florence – Mantua – Turin

Tuition & Fees

€ 4.000,00

Courses

Sociology of Crime

6 Credits

Sociology of Crime
Sociology of Organized Crime

International & Diplomatic Law

6 Credits

Introduction to International Law Introduction to Diplomatic Law

Analysis of International Geopolitics

6 Credits

International Organizations Global Governance

International Relations & Global Leadership

6 Credits

International Organizations Global Governance

Human Rights & Peace Studies

6 Credits

International Protection of Human Rights Peacekeeping, Peacebuilding & Conflict Resolution

Additional Components

Introduction to the Italian language English language
Professional education
Diversity & Inclusion, Leadership, and Ethics

Further Information:

Attendance:

Full-time and mandatory (minimum 75% of attendance)

Eligibility and requirements:

1) BA (completed or to be completed within 6 months) in, preferably:

– Criminology
– Psychology
– Social Science
– Anthropology
– Sociology
– Political Science
– International Relations

NB: candidates holding a BA from a different area and/ or specialization can still (conditionally) apply. UGS admission staff will consider candidacies on a case-by- case basis.

2) English proficiency level, B2 or above (validated
via official certificate (Cambridge, IELTS, TOEFL, OTE, LanguageCert or equivalent upon approval). Candidates who do not hold a valid certificate will be assessed, via interview, by qualified Unicollege language instructors + second language requirements, see the Language of Instruction section for further details.

3) ID and CV

Payments:

Fees can be paid either fully (one transaction) or in installments – for the latter option, candidates should email administration@unicollege.eu for a customized plan prior to enrollment.

Scholarships:

The Unicollege Graduate School proudly assigns scholarships for merit (i.e., BA holders with cum laude degrees) and to candidates from proven disadvantaged backgrounds. See the list of scholarship in the dedicated section to apply.

Selected global professional partners:

Procura della Repubblica di Firenze
(Florence’s High Court of Justice)
Tribunale dei Minori
(Florence Juvenile Court)
Tribunale di Firenze, Lucca, Mantova and Udine (Florence, Lucca, Mantova, and Udine’s Courts of Justice) Istituto Comprensivo di Goito (Goito’s Detention Center)
Associazione Volontariato Penitenziario C.I.A.O. (Recuperative post-Detention Center)

Info, enrollment & inquiries:

geopolitics@unicollege.eu