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PhD On-Campus Full-time 4 years find out find out find out
PhD On-Campus Full-time 7 years find out find out find out

Course overview

Our PhD programmes offer you the opportunity to conduct research across a broad range of areas including political science, political theory and international relations in a highly stimulating and supportive environment. Topics include democratic engagement, local governance, policy studies, political accountability, global justice, theories of citizenship, development, political psychology and public opinion, nuclear security, world government, and globalisation. Our vibrant community includes researchers whose own groundbreaking research projects impact on national and international politics and policy processes. You'll benefit from an extensive range of professional training and development, building transferable skills for your future career.


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