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MPhil/PhD in Politics, Political Theory and International Relations

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Manchester Metropolitan University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    27-JAN-27

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

With a PhD or other postgraduate research degree in the areas Politics, Political Theory and International Relations you will:Work with leading experts in the field. Our researchers’ expertise includes domestic and international politics critical political theory comparative public policy social movements and the politics of protest and the politics of storytelling.Choose from our flexible study pathways. We offer full-time and part-time PhD, MPhil and MA by Research programmes. We offer a distance learning PhD programme for those with professional or personal commitments that prevent them pursuing a campus-based degree.Join a thriving intellectual community. Our new History Research Centre will deliver world-leading research engaged with contemporary societal, cultural and political issues.Engage in innovative public engagement programmes. RAH (Research in Arts and Humanities) is a curated programme of public lectures, performances, film screenings, fairs, interventions, discussions, artist happenings and augmented reality.Undertake tailored personal and professional development training. The Postgraduate Arts and Humanities Centre provides a comprehensive development programme for research students.Apply now

Application deadline

19/02/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 22,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    53rd

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, Ormond Building, Lower Ormond Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 6BX, United Kingdom

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The university welcomes a diverse international student population of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries.
Each year, a range of welcome events are organised to help new students settle into university, explore the city, and prepare for academic studies.
Study in the centre of the global city of Manchester, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively Students’ Union and fantastic social hubs.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    60th out of 77 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    109 55%

    46th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    59th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 79%

    28th

    9

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