Overview

This Political Science programme from 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.

Career opportunities:

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 2026-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Brno, Czech Republic

Disciplines

Political Science

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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)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1500 EUR / year

≈ 1500 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

1500 EUR / year

≈ 1500 EUR / year

Living costs

Brno

Czech Republic

13555 - 21979 CZK / month

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

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