this interdisciplinary ma is the only master’s in interpreting and conference diplomacy delivered in partnership with the united nations institute for training and research (unitar). unitar’s division for multilateral diplomacy provides training in conference diplomacy and un career development. by combining newcastle university’s academic excellence with unitar’s practical expertise, this course will provide you with advanced professional competencies in interpreting and cross-cultural communication in global and diplomatic settings. this course is open to applicants with linguistic proficiency in both chinese and english. graduates from any discipline are welcome to apply. experience the un in action the course includes a 10-day immersive residential at the united nations office in geneva. as part of this experience you will: have the opportunity to observe first-hand the un system gain unique insights into the dynamics of real-world diplomacy meet and engage with diplomats, interpreters, and international civil servants academic experts in interpreting studies and experienced un professionals and practitioners deliver this ma interpreting and conference diplomacy.