PhD International Studies (Political Theory; Political Science; International Relations)
Students undertake supervised but independent research, at the end of which they submit a thesis embodying the results of that research. This thesis must demonstrate familiarity with, and an understanding of the subject, its principal sources and authorities. It should display critical discrimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating evidence and the judgements of others. A PhD thesis must embody an original contribution to the knowledge of the discipline either by the discovery of new knowledge or by the exercise of a new and independent critical approach.
We will consider applications in all areas of International Studies (Political Theory; Political Science; International Relations), but particularly welcome applicants interested in areas that reflect the research interests of academic staff:
- The European Union
- Cuba
- Sociobiology; Genetics and Society
- Freedom of Speech
- Iran
- United Nations
In addition to PhD programmes in Economics, International Studies and Security and Intelligence Studies, the University offers other Humanities and Social Science PhD programmes.