UAE: Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy launches admission campaign for aspiring diplomats – News

The theme of the initiative is AGDA: We Invest in Tomorrow and a high number of applications are expected this year

The Anwar Gargash Academy of Diplomacy (AGDA), the region’s leading center of excellence for the development and training of future diplomats and leaders, has announced the launch of admissions for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Programs offered include the UAE Graduate Diploma in Diplomacy and International Relations (PGD), Master of Arts in Global Affairs and Diplomatic Leadership (MAGAD) and Master of Arts in Humanitarian Action and Development (MAHAD).

Compared with previous years, the theme of this year’s enrollment plan is “AGDA: We Invest in Tomorrow”, and it is expected that a large number of applications will be received this year. This is due in large part to the College’s decision to open the doors to applications for all of its programs. AGDA’s unique academic program is designed to equip students with strong skills and knowledge to effectively represent their great nation on the world stage.

The Anwar Gargash School of Diplomacy is renowned for its academic modules designed to develop diplomatic and leadership skills, research potential and thought leadership initiatives. Through this activity, the Academy aims to meet the growing interest of young Emiratis in all its programs to study its academic programs, qualifying them to play a key role in the achievement of the UAE’s foreign policy goals and to actively participate in the field of international affairs. and humanitarian work.

The ‘We Invest in Tomorrow’ campaign offers all Emiratis the opportunity to apply, subject to meeting certain entry criteria, including holding a bachelor’s degree with a GPA of 3 or above, a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, and completion of the National Military service (for male candidates). Children of Emirati mothers residing in the country will be allowed to apply to study the PGD programme, which sets additional criteria including being under the age of 35 and willing to travel and serve abroad.

Prospective students have until the deadline of March 27 to apply for any of the programs offered at https://apply.agda.ac.ae/. More information on courses offered and application details can be found on the AGDA website: https://www.agda.ac.ae/.

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