Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy
At a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Name in Arabic | أكاديمية أنور قرقاش الدبلوماسية |
| Emirate | Abu Dhabi |
| Location | Abu Dhabi |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Type | Independent federal entity for diplomatic education and training |
| Website | www.agda.ac.ae |
| Licence | Active in the CAA register |
Source: Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy5
Programmes
- Postgraduate Diploma in UAE Diplomacy and International Relations
- Master of Arts in Global Affairs and Diplomatic Leadership
- Master of Arts in Humanitarian Action and Development
- Master in International Law, Human Rights and Diplomacy
Source: Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy: Academic programmes3
The postgraduate diploma prepares entry-level UAE diplomats. Its 12th cohort started in the 2026-27 academic year.3,4
Before you rely on a degree
An active institutional licence does not mean every programme is accredited. Check the exact programme in the CAA register before enrolling, or before relying on a degree when hiring.5
Sources
- Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy: Staff handbook (2023, PDF)
- Gulf News: Emirates Diplomatic Academy renamed the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (February 2021)
- Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy: Academic programmes
- Zawya: AGDA welcomes new cohort for the 2026-2027 academic year
- Commission for Academic Accreditation: register entry, Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy
Figures checked 22 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.