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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science & International Relations

 

 Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science & International Relations

Offered by UHA, an American university accredited by the International Accreditation Organization (IAO) in the United States.

The university is ranked in the Impact Rankings 2025 issued by Times Higher Education (THE) globally.

Program Overview:

The PhD in Political Science & International Relations at UHA is a research-oriented program designed to prepare scholars and academics capable of producing original scientific knowledge in political theory, international relations, public policy, and comparative studies.

The program emphasizes advanced research and the completion of a PhD dissertation that constitutes a genuine academic contribution, supported by a limited number of preparatory courses.

Program Objectives:

The program aims to:

  • Prepare specialized researchers capable of developing theoretical and analytical frameworks in political science and international relations.

  • Enable students to design and conduct high-quality doctoral research using advanced methodologies.

  • Qualify graduates for academic positions, research centers, and policy-making institutions.

  • Support scientific publishing and active participation in international academic discourse.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the program, graduates will be able to:

  • Develop an original theoretical framework or analytical model in their field of specialization.

  • Conduct independent doctoral research using rigorous scientific methodology.

  • Apply qualitative, comparative, or mixed-method approaches in political research.

  • Produce research suitable for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

  • Contribute to university teaching and supervise academic research.

Program Nature and Degree:

  • Degree Awarded: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

  • Program Type: Purely research-oriented

Areas of Study and Research:

The program offers research supervision in multiple fields and courses, including:

  • Advanced Political Theory 

  • Advanced International Relations Theory 

  • Advanced Research Design in Political Science 
    (including qualitative and quantitative methodologies according to the dissertation topic)

  • Qualitative and Comparative Research Methods 

Preparatory Courses and Dissertation Progression (Credit Hours):

  • Doctoral Research Seminar 
    (Developing the dissertation proposal and literature review)

  • Comprehensive Examination 
    (Political Theory + International Relations + Research Methodology)

Dissertation Courses (30 Credit Hours):

  • PhD Dissertation 

Program Structure:

  • Duration: 15–24 months, with a minimum of 15 months of study.

  • The program includes 8 specialized courses in administration and research methodology, totaling 64 credit hours, organized into three consecutive semesters culminating in the preparation of a doctoral dissertation.

Semesters Overview:

The program consists of three academic semesters as follows:

 

Semester

Course Code

Course Title

Credit Hours

Notes

Semester 1

POL 301

Geopolitical Crisis Management in the New World Order

4 hours

–
 

POL 302

Advanced International Relations Theory

4 hours

–
 

POL 303

Political Issues in the Middle East

4 hours

–
 

POL 304

Advanced Qualitative and Comparative Research Methods

6 hours

–

Semester 2

POL 305

Studies in Political Thought

4 hours

–
 

POL 306

Public and Private International Law

4 hours

–
 

POL 307

Modern Trends in Political Science

4 hours

–
 

POL 308

Geopolitical Studies

4 hours

–

Semester 3

–

Final Dissertation (Registration – Preparation – Defense)

30 hours

Total Program: 64 credit hours

 

What are the registration and certification fees for this program?

  • Basic tuition fees: $5000, divided into 3 installments throughout the study period until before the thesis defense.
    Each installment: $1250.

  • College registration fee and issuance of the admission letter: $75
    (paid once upon registration).

Discounts:

  • 15% discount upon university registration and paying the fees in installments at the beginning of each academic semester.

  • 25% discount when paying the full tuition fees in one lump sum after receiving the university admission notification.

  • Students may coordinate with the communication officer to arrange a suitable payment method.

For Registration and Inquiries:

To register via the form, or contact us through:

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Student Affairs Department:
+905055566619
+12067047858

Direct contact with the Admission Coordinator:
+16058469439

For more details, visit our website: www.uha.edu.eu
Email: info@uha.edu.eu

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