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Key Facts
The Department of Politics and International Relations has an exceptionally strong research culture with a strong reputation for the quality of the research produced and the growing number of research grants it is attracting.
The European Politics and Area Studies programme from Cardiff University , offers supervision across a wide range of research topics.
The Department is also home a thriving postgraduate community. We are home to the Wales Governance Centre and to the European Governance, Identity and Public Policy Research Unit, attracting visiting scholars from all over Europe and the world.
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Research topics, include:
- Comparative politics
- European politics
- EU institutions
- EU politices
- European political economy
- The Euro Area
- European social model and policies
- European public policies
- Europeanisation
- External Relations of the EU
- European political parties and elections
- European defence and security
- History of European integration
- France and Europe
- Germany and Europe
- Italy and Europe
- Sub-national governance in Europe
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
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There are no official closing dates. We ask that completed applications are submitted for consideration at least 3 months before your requested start date.
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Disciplines
International Relations European Studies Political Science View 11 other PhDs in European Studies in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants should have a good Honours degree in Politics or International Relations (2:1 or equivalent) or overseas equivalent in a relevant subject.
We will consider all individual applicants on their specific merits. If you do not have the standard qualifications for the course, you may still apply. Your application will be considered if you have the following;
- Masters’ degree in Politics or International Relations (or equivalent) with an average mark of at least 65%.
- Applicants with appropriate professional experience.
Interviews (via Skype/Phone or in person) may be conducted to identify and assess the academic merit of prospective students.
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24450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24450 GBP per year during 36 months. -
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4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Cardiff
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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