Politics and International Relations PhD

University of Leicester

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. Our experts produce internationally renowned, cutting-edge research. They will share their knowledge and experience with you to prepare you for a rewarding career. We offer PhD and MPhil supervision in Politics and International Relations in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff including: International Relations and Security Studies Political Theory Institutions, Participation, Public Opinion, Parties, and Comparative 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.

The Department of Politics and International Relations