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Politics and International Relations PhD/MPhil

Politics and International Relations PhD/MPhil

Different course options

Full time | Main Campus | 3 years | SEP

Study mode

Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

SEP

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

International Relations International Politics

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. 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

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,006

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,550

Entry requirements

You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. Applicants are also normally required to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject.

University information

The University of Leicester, established in 1921, is celebrated for its pioneering research and inspiring teaching. Known for transformative discoveries like genetic fingerprinting and the identification of King Richard III, Leicester has earned a reputation for innovation and impact. Research excellence is at the heart of Leicester’s achievements, placing it among the UK’s top 30 universities for research quality, according to the...more