PhD in Public Policy & Global Affairs

50, Singapore

DURATION

2 up to 5 Years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time, Part time

EARLIEST START DATE

Aug 2025

STUDY FORMAT

On-Campus

Key Summary

About: The PhD in Public Policy & Global Affairs program focuses on advanced research methods and theoretical frameworks in public policy and global issues. It emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach, blending perspectives from social sciences, economics, and political sciences. Students engage in crucial topics such as governance, social justice, and environmental sustainability, preparing for rigorous academic and practical challenges.

Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in academia, public administration, international organizations, non-profits, and consultancy. Potential roles include policy analyst, researcher, global affairs strategist, and public sector leader.

Introduction

Gain Personal and Professional Growth through Inspiring Conversations and Research

Public Policy and Global Affairs (PPGA) offers full-time and part-time Ph.D. by research. It is a fast-growing research programme in Asia with a vibrant research community. Current faculty research interests include but are not limited to: Foreign Policy Analysis, Regionalism and Regional Integration (European Union, ASEAN), Chinese Foreign Policy, etc.

Our programme rigorously trains students to acquire a solid mastery of the theoretical, methodological and analytical tools to conduct independent research. Students develop their research skills by attending local and overseas conferences, giving research assistance, and preparing papers for presentation and publication.

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Program Admission Requirements

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PhD in Public Policy & Global Affairs

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