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Politics and International Relations PhD - Political Theory

University of Leicester

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Politics and International Relations is made for people who love to tackle the big topics. We have a long history of providing excellent teaching to our students. We aim to fire your intellectual curiosity about world politics. Our experts produce internationally renowned, cutting-edge research. They will share their knowledge and experience with you to prepare you for a rewarding career. We offer PhD and MPhil supervision in Politics and International Relations in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff including: International Relations and Security Studies Political Theory Institutions, Participation, Public Opinion, Parties, and Comparative Politics PhD students complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team. PhD students complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team. The maximum period of registration permitted before thesis submission is 4 years full-time / 7 years part-time or distance learning. Active research (including all experimental work, laboratory work, field work, and data collection) will typically take 3 to 3.5 years full-time / 6 to 6.5 years part-time or distance learning. On completion of active research students may request approval to register for a writing-up period of up to 12 months. The thesis should not normally exceed 80,000 words and must make an original contribution to knowledge and contain work of publishable quality. The thesis must then be defended in a viva voce (oral) examination before a degree can be awarded.

Tuition fees

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£ 18,000per year

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University information

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

University of Leicester

  • University League Table

    33rd

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, University Road, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom

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With over 100 years of excellence, the University of Leicester is globally respected for world-leading research and inspiring teaching.
Leicester’s central UK location offers easy access to major cities, with London just one hour away by train.
Leicester is a vibrant, welcoming city with students from 150+ countries, celebrating diversity across cultures and faiths.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    39th out of 77 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    103 52%

    56th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    67.0 67%

    38th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    19th

    11

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