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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Surrey - Stag Hill campus
Part Time
Jul 2027
8 Year
Politics at the University of Surrey is a thriving space for cutting-edge research and advanced training in a wide range of political areas relating to European politics, government and opposition, security and conflict. Our students have the opportunity to work closely with their supervisors and other members of the academic community, in an active research environment. Exactly what you'll study will depend on the topic of your PhD. We can supervise a wide range of areas relating to European politics, government and opposition, security and conflict – please see the ‘themes and facilities’ tab for a full list. During your first year you will undertake two modules in quantitative and qualitative research methods. You will also attend a series of seminars providing training and advice on research and professional development, as well as becoming a member of one of our research centres. Our PhD students undertake research in the following areas: • Comparative politics • British politics • International relations • EU studies • Political conflicts and interventions • Parties and elections • Public policy • American politics • Public opinion • Area studies.
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