Overview

The Politics and Politics and International Relations academics programme is offered at the University of Dundee . Politics and International Relations at Dundee is strongly research orientated.

About the programme

We are committed to promoting a first class research culture dedicated to producing research of the highest quality in a supportive and stimulating environment.
This includes our contributions to the Institute for Social Sciences Research.
Our staff are very active in research, reflected in the range and quality of their publications and their contributions to policy and political discourse.
Our research interests are based around European and global politics and international relations.

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Programme Structure

Research interests include:

peace and security in international relations
international relations theory and international and supranational organisations
European Union politics
the impact of processes of European Integration and globalisation on parties of the European Left
terrorism, counter-terrorism, and policing
asylum, migration and borders
human rights
sexual politics
public policy decision making relating to protection of citizens
the global drugs problem and related policies
law enforcement strategies
democratic consolidation
regional and local politics in Russia
Irish politics
Sub-Saharan African politics: liberation movements, nationalism, the 'invention' of traditions, post-colonial governance
Middle Eastern politics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-11 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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You can apply for a PhD or other postgraduate research degree using our Direct Application System.

We have three start dates per academic year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

87

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations Political Science View 101 other PhDs in Political Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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87

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6.5

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General requirements

Entry requirements:

You should have an honours degree at 2.1 or above, and/or a Masters degree in a relevant discipline.

Once you have chosen a topic, you will need to contact the project supervisor before you submit your application.

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Send a copy of your CV with qualifications and research experience
Discuss your potential application and any practicalities (e.g. suitable start date).

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

21940 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Living costs

Dundee

United Kingdom

787 - 1494 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Key information

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Delivered

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General requirements

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