Overview

The Political Science program at Masaryk University is focused particularly on analysis of contemporary political systems and regimes (in variable analytic levels), comparative analysis and typologies of political parties, movements, and organized interests, electoral studies, research of recent developmental trends in political theory and methodology, and on political marketing. In security area, the program is focused particularly on political extremism and terrorism, organized crime, cyber security and other current security phenomenons.

Occupational Profiles of Graduates

Graduates of the doctoral studies at the Faculty of Social Sciences MU acquire qualifications enabling them to apply as:

researchers carrying out basic political and security research,

members of scientific and pedagogical staff and

experts and analysts with relevant thematic focus.

Programme Structure

After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:

understand theories, concepts and methods which are at the forefront of knowledge of political science at the international level

suggest and use advanced research methods which can enlarge knowledge

desing extensive research activities and obtain resources for their implementation

clearly and persuasively communicate his/her own knowledge in the field of political science to the other members of the scientific community at international level and to the general public

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Relations Political Science

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Outline of the proposed dissertation project
Curriculum Vitae / Resume
Consent of the future supervisor
Copy of master's degree certificate or proof of current studies
List of publications and papers (if available)
Proof of English - minimum B2 level (optional; compulsory only for those who cannot participate personally in the entrance exam)

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

1500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1500 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

1500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1500 EUR per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Brno

13555 - 21979 CZK /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Political Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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