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Politics and International Relations PhD

Politics and International Relations PhD

Different course options

Full time | University Park Campus | 3 years | DEC

Study mode

Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

DEC

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

International Relations International Politics

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Research overview

The School of Politics and International Relations has long been respected for the quality of its research and teaching. We have strong links with leading institutions in the UK and overseas and a diverse teaching team and student body. You will study in a dynamic research environment that will allow you to explore the political landscape by focusing on a specialism of your choice.

You will be encouraged to play an active role in our

  • research centres and institutes
  • ?as well as the activities of the school.

    You will be assigned?

  • two supervisors
  • . You must ensure that we have at least one supervisor who has expertise in your proposed area of research before applying and name that person in your application. Ideally, you should contact your proposed supervisor before applying.

    We offer supervision in most subject areas within international relations and security, British and comparative politics, and political theory.

    Careers

    Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.
  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    UK fees
    Course fees for UK students

    For this course (per year)

    £5,100

    International fees
    Course fees for EU and international students

    For this course (per year)

    £21,500

    Entry requirements

    Masters (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline, with an average of 63% or above, and 2:1 at undergraduate level (or international equivalent).

    University information

    The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education. It ranks in the top 20 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It is also a research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, making it a superb place to study for a postgraduate qualification. In addition to being one of the world’s top 100...more