58 PhD Degrees in Political Science 2024

PhD Degrees in Political Science 2024Filter
  • PhD in Political Science

    Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University (FSV UK)

    • Prague, Czech Republic

    Full time

    4 years

    Blended, On-Campus

    English

    The study program is primarily designated for the graduates with a Master’s degree in Political Science or any other field of Social Sciences who intend to deepen their knowledge in Political Science, focusing on the issue of democratic and nondemocratic forms of government (changes in political systems, with a special emphasis on development trends connected with modernization and democratization, other issues of comparative analysis, including national and regional identities, or the analysis of individual elements of political systems).

    • Santiago de Compostela, Spain
    • Lugo, Spain

    Full time

    3 years

    On-Campus

    Spanish, Galician

    The Political Marketing Doctorate Program, Actors and Institutions in Contemporary Societies is inserted in the field of research in Political Science, Public Administration and Sociology, presenting the doctoral student with a research scenario from the construction of critical thinking as well as discussion , empirical and theoretical deepening in key social and political problems, the formulation of relevant research questions and identification of knowledge gaps in the field of political and social sciences.

  • PhD in History and Theory Politics

    Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University

    • Saint Petersburg, Russia

    Full time

    3 years

    On-Campus

    English, Russian

    The program is aimed at students who want to acquire knowledge about the theoretical, philosophical, and methodological aspects of political science and the ability to reasonably and effectively apply existing research and conduct new research on the formation and development of political processes. The students will gain experience and knowledge of research and teaching activities in the field of political science, regional studies, and social sciences.

    • Milan, Italy

    Full time

    3 years

    On-Campus

    English

    The Political Studies - POLS programme integrates coherently empirical-positive and theoretical-normative approaches in political science. The programme therefore provides students with the methodological tools and cultural background common to the various lines of study and research, and a solid specialised preparation in four main areas.

  • Doctorate in Political Science

    Atlantic International University

    • Honolulu, USA
    • Online USA

    Full time, Part time

    Distance Learning

    English, Portuguese, Spanish

    The Doctorate of Political Science program provides students with valuable, comprehensive knowledge of government and global politics, preparing them to analyze complex political problems and recognize potential solutions in both the public and private sectors. The Doctorate of Political Science program is offered online via distance learning. After evaluating both academic record and life experience, AIU staff working in conjunction with Faculty and Academic Advisors will assist students in setting up a custom-made program, designed on an individual basis.

  • Doctorate in Political Science

    Universidade de Aveiro

    • Aveiro, Portugal

    3 years

    On-Campus

    Portuguese, English

    This doctoral Program aims, generally, to provide high quality advanced training in Political Science, and generate valuable contributions to research in this area.

    • Lethbridge, Canada

    Full time

    48 months

    On-Campus

    English

    The Cultural, Social, and Political Thought major in the Ph.D. program is interdisciplinary in nature. It is based on a cohort learning model that fosters an environment of interdisciplinary engagement and exchange, research, peer mentoring, and collaboration. The overall academic aims of the major are to emphasize the breadth and depth of social, cultural, and political thought and to inculcate the intellectual and practical tools needed to work successfully with community partners and agencies to facilitate social change. 

  • Ph.D. in Political Science

    Charles University Faculty of Arts

    • Prague, Czech Republic

    Full time, Part time

    4 years

    On-Campus

    Graduates of the doctoral program in Political Science have theoretical and methodological expertise and the ability to apply these skills to analysis as well as to critically reflect various approaches to analysis and to select relevant research methods. They have the ability to further develop their knowledge and participate in preparing and implementing international grant projects.

  • PhD in Political Sciences

    Kaunas University of Technology

    • Kaunas, Lithuania

    Full time

    4 years

    On-Campus

    Joint doctoral studies with Vytautas Magnus University, Klaipėda University, General Jonas Žemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania (coordinating institution: Vytautas Magnus University).

  • PhD (Political Science)

    University of Pretoria - Faculty of Humanities

    • Pretoria, South Africa

    Full time

    2 years

    On-Campus

    English

    Prospective students may be required to submit an admissions essay or to sit for an examination or to do additional work/modules to enable them to reach the desired level of study.

  • Ph.D. in Military Sciences

    University of Public Service

    • Budapest, Hungary

    Full time

    8 semesters

    On-Campus

    English

    The Doctoral School of Military Sciences has a wide spectrum of research fields: Security Studies, Social Aspects of Defence Studies, General Military Theory, Theories of Military Science, Defence Logistics and Defence Economics, National Security and Theory of Defence Information Technology and Communication.

    • London, United Kingdom

    Full time, Part time

    3 years

    On-Campus

    English

    The Department of Politics and International Studies accepts students for research work leading to a PhD. The primary aim of the PhD programme is to train students to design, research and write a successful doctoral thesis. Those who have completed the doctorate will be familiar with the conceptual and methodological aspects of political research and qualified as experts in their field.

  • PhD in Law and Political Sciences

    Karoli Gaspar University

    • Budapest, Hungary

    Full time, Part time

    8 semesters

    On-Campus

    English

    The Faculty of Law is famous for its excellent graduate courses and valued degrees. Our Doctoral School is based on the esteemed training skills and scholarly capacities of the teaching staff of this Faculty, and it is deeply devoted to the ethical and cultural values represented by the University. Internationality and multidisciplinarity are highly supported and embodied in our doctoral training.

  • PhD in Politics

    University of Johannesburg

    • Johannesburg, South Africa

    Full time

    3 years

    On-Campus

    English

    A thesis on a theme in Political Science or International Relations, as a unique contribution which also demonstrates the ability to do independent and meaningful research, is required. An article ready for publication has to be submitted along with the thesis.

    • Evora, Portugal

    Full time

    4 years

    On-Campus

    Portuguese

    The PhD in Political Theory, International Relations and Human Rights, created in partnership by the Universities of Évora and the Azores, is distinguished by the centrality it gives to questions of citizenship and human rights, contextualized in the international system, driven by heterogeneous trends and forces that are sometimes contradictory. With the support of a faculty with high scientific and disciplinary competence and anchored in the solid research experience inserted in Research Centers of Excellence, this doctorate aims to develop a deep theoretical knowledge, which in a versatile and transdisciplinary way, boosts the development of critical analyzes , which represent an innovative and consistent contribution to research at national and international level.