Research and Development (R&D)
Applied research under expert academic guidance.
DAN connects classroom learning with students’ critical analysis of real-world problems through rigorous research methodologies guided by experienced research professionals. The R&D framework cultivates critical inquiry, applied analysis, and solution-oriented thinking in international relations, diplomacy, and global affairs rooted in real-world contexts and informed by global perspectives.
R&D as a core of the academic requirement
All students are required to undertake research as part of their course completion.The research components are tailored to the course duration and level. We aim to ensure the students develop academic rigor, independent thinking and professional research skills.
As a part of our curriculum, DAN looks forward to specific areas of research though the designed course.
- •Examine contemporary global, regional, and national issues
- •Translate course concepts into policy-relevant research
- •Engage in dialogue, debate, and evidence-based problem solving
- •Contribute original insights to ongoing diplomatic and policy discussions
R&D Design Across Various Programs
3months course
Focus: Understanding issues
- Seminar paper development
- Case study analysis of global affairs and diplomatic events
- Guidance under Professional researchers and academic mentorship
Outcome: Participants produce a short analytical paper or policy note that demonstrates issue-mapping, stakeholder analysis, and basic solution pathways.
6 months Course
Focus: Solving real-world problems
- Research and methodology and creative writing classes
- Professional mentorship throughout the course
- Encourages Independent research initiatives
- Promote the use of technology to enhance students’ research skills.
- Opportunities to publish the research with IRGDD and The Diplomat Nepal
- Contributions to Annual Journals Publication
Outcome: Participants complete a comprehensive research paper or policy proposal designed for real-world application, advocacy, or publication.
Learning Outcomes
By completing the R&D components, students will:
- 1Apply Research methods to real world policy challenges
- 2Critically analyse global affairs and diplomacy
- 3Develop professional research and writing skills
- 4Gain publication and visibility opportunities
Why R&D at DAN?
- 1Hands on mentorship by experienced research professionals
- 2Integrating of classrooms theory with practical global policy issues
- 3Opportunities to contribute to publications and journals
- 4Prepare students for professional and academic research careers
Through this process, Research and Development at Diplomatic Academy Nepal becomes a living laboratory—where learning, policy, and practice meet.