168 PhD programmes in Political Science in Europe

The Politics Research programme offered by King's College London investigates political processes, government decision-making, and the interaction of people, ideas, and institutions.

The Political Science and International Relations programme at Bahçeşehir University (BAU) delves into the intricate dynamics of political systems, international diplomacy, and global issues.

The School of Politics and International Relations at University of Nottingham 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.

The Department of Political Science at the Umea University offers a PhD in political science.

Digital devices, practices and networks have entered nearly every domain of our lives – from the most intimate private spheres to the most public and political, and blurring the boundaries between. This Digital Cultures, Social Networks and Political Change programme is offered at The Open University UK.

Gendered Organisational Practice aims to act as a solidarity platform for both The Open University UK and international researchers working in this area.

The International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) at Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a four-year PhD programme leading to an internationally recognized degree. 

The aim of the SGH Doctoral School at the Warsaw School of Economics (SGH) is to prepare students to conduct research work essential for writing and defending a doctoral dissertation and to provide state-of-the-art global knowledge in selected areas of social sciences.

The University of Milan is pleased to present the Political Studies doctoral program, an esteemed academic pursuit at the forefront of political science research, theoretical analysis, and policy studies.

The Politics programme offered by Manchester Metropolitan University enables researchers to deepen their expertise and develop advanced research and practical skills in digital politics, political communication, and contemporary political processes.

The Politics, Policies and International Relations programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona develops advanced research expertise in political systems, governance, and global affairs.

The Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research is dedicated to providing supervision and support to post-graduate students pursuing a PhD in social sciences at the University of Amsterdam. It offers this degree programme in Political Science.

The Political Science and International Relations programme offered by Koc University develops advanced research expertise in political science and international relations through interdisciplinary study of global political systems and processes.

As part of one of the largest UK political science departments, covering almost all areas of politics, you'll enjoy a lively, open research culture. Learn more at the Political Science programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.

The Trust, Peace and Social Relations programme offered by Coventry University investigates peacebuilding, conflict transformation, trust, governance, security, migration, and community relations to address contemporary social and global challenges.

The University of Brighton welcomes applicants for a PhD in Politics, one of its major academic strengths. You will work within a thriving and supportive academic environment, with membership of one or more of our specialist centres.

The University of Mannheim is proud to offer an esteemed Political Science doctoral program. Renowned for its academic excellence and distinguished faculty, this program provides a comprehensive exploration of advanced theories and methodologies in political science.

The global economy is characterised by great unevenness and persistent and worsening inequality amongst peoples between and within countries. This Global Political Economy programme is offered at The Open University UK.

The Political Science and International Relations programme offered by Bogazici University develops advanced knowledge and research expertise in political science and international relations across key subfields.

The Political Science doctoral programme from the European School of Political and Social Sciences (ESPOL) is offered in association with the Université Polytechnique Hauts-de-France.