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Diplomat

Diplomatic service officers promote and protect Australia’s interests and citizens overseas, and provide advice on foreign policy.

Diplomat

Diplomat

Roles and responsibilities

What does a Diplomat do?
Diplomats may perform the following tasks:
  • monitoring political and economic developments in other countries
  • representing Australia in government and the media
  • assisting Australian citizens in other countries
  • processing visa applications for people overseas who wish to come to Australia.
What personal requirements will you need?
  • an interest in international affairs
  • a willingness to work anywhere in the world
  • initiative and quick thinking
  • good problem-solving skills
  • excellent written and spoken communication skills
  • the ability to get on with people from all societies and cultures.
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Roles and responsibilities

What does a Diplomat do?
Diplomats may perform the following tasks:
  • monitoring political and economic developments in other countries
  • representing Australia in government and the media
  • assisting Australian citizens in other countries
  • processing visa applications for people overseas who wish to come to Australia.
What personal requirements will you need?
  • an interest in international affairs
  • a willingness to work anywhere in the world
  • initiative and quick thinking
  • good problem-solving skills
  • excellent written and spoken communication skills
  • the ability to get on with people from all societies and cultures.
Undergraduate Courses To Become

Diplomat

Recommended major/s to pursue this career

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Undergraduate Courses To Become Diplomat

Archaeology

Archaeology is the study of past human societies through their material remains, the things people leave behind.

Asian Studies

Asian Studies encompasses a range of topics, including Asian societies, cultures, history, politics, religion and environmental issues.

Chinese Studies

Chinese (Mandarin)is the most widely-spoken language in the world and its study can open up extraordinary opportunities for your future.

Classics and Ancient History

Roman and Greek ancient civilisations provided the foundations for modern Western society.

Communication and Media Studies

Communication and Media Studies is one of the most exciting and rapidly-evolving areas of study in today's media-driven world.

English Literary Studies

With English and Literary Studies, you will explore many areas of reading, writing and performance including the study of literature, film, theatre and creative and professional writing.

French Studies

Studying French at UWA is more than simply learning a language. It's an experience which will open your mind to different cultures and enrich you with knowledge of history.

History

Studying History introduces you to the way we create the collective memory of the human race. This is not as easy as it sounds, as our memory can play tricks.

History of Art

The History of Art major introduces you to art within the whole spectrum of our visual experience.

Indonesian Studies

A major in Indonesian Studies enables you to achieve a high level of fluency in the language and learn about the unique culture and history of the country.

Indigenous Knowledge History and Heritage

A major in Indigenous Knowledge, History and Heritage will allow you to explore the worldview and historical experiences of Indigenous peoples in Australia as well as critically analyse Western disciplinary constructs around Indigenous knowledges and peoples.

Italian Studies

Italian is a rewarding language to learn as it explores the riches of Italy's cultural past and its dynamic present.

Japanese Studies

Studying Japanese language, culture and society means taking a significant step towards becoming Asia-literate – an important attribute for future global citizens, particularly in Australia.

Korean Studies

The new Korean Studies major combines learning the language with the study of Korean related subjects in various disciplines.

Linguistics

Linguistics is the study of the nature of human language.

Philosophy

The study of Philosophy involves thinking about some of the big questions we ask during our lifetime.

Political Science and International Relations

Political Science and International Relations provides an understanding of governments and political systems in Australia and internationally.
Postgraduate Courses To Become

Diplomat

Coursework courses to pursue this career

The Graduate Diploma in International Relations enables graduates to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge and skills relevant to the analysis of contemporary international relations, with particular reference to the Asian region. Graduate Diploma in International Relations Gain the skills and knowledge you need to tackle international issues. Master of International Relations Graduate Certificate in Translation Studies Graduate Certificate in International Relations
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Postgraduate Courses To Become Diplomat

Graduate Diploma in International Relations

A professionally oriented course for graduates and practitioners seeking expertise in international relations. We offer credited internship options and professional networking.

Master of International Relations

The Master of International Relations course is designed both for those purely interested in acquiring a better understanding of global governance and politics, as well as those seeking a qualification to enhance their career prospects.

Graduate Certificate in Translation Studies

Bridge language barriers with a Graduate Certificate in Translation Studies, offering fundamental translation training.

Graduate Certificate in International Relations

Gain the skills and knowledge you need to tackle international issues.

Graduate Diploma in Translation Studies

TheGraduateDiploma in Translation Studiesoffers fully-accredited translation training between English and Chinese, French, German, and Italian.

Master of Translation Studies

The Master of Translation Studies offers fully-accredited translation training between English and Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Italian or Spanish

Graduate Diploma in International Law

Advance your knowledge in international law

Master of International Law

Advance your knowledge in international law.

Graduate Certificate in Public Policy

Are you interested in how governments can work to create a better future?

Master of Public Policy

Lead the way in shaping economic, social and legal change

Master of International Development

Engage with the contemporary challenges of addressing poverty and inequality globally, and engage with the complex challenges of international development.

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