Overview

This Politics, Economy and the Organisation of Society programme offered by Södertörn University focuses on the study of how political, economic, and social bodies are organised and evolve, supporting research into governance, economic systems, public administration, and social structures. It enables analysis of how institutions shape societal development and how interactions between political, economic, and social processes influence change.

Key Facts

The academic environment is multidisciplinary, integrating subjects such as business studies, journalism, law, economics, political science, sociology, and social work. Social Work contributes a focus on vulnerable individuals and groups, social conditions, and interventions addressing marginalisation, including the role of organisations and preventive strategies in shaping living conditions. Training combines disciplinary and collaborative approaches, enabling independent research on institutional development, social policies, and societal transformations.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Business Studies
Journalism
Law
Economics
Public Administration
Social Work
Sociology
Political Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

More details

Calls for applications are open from mid-January to mid-February; the doctoral programme and employment period begin on 1 September of the year

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stockholm, Sweden

Disciplines

Political Science View 9 other PhDs in Political Science in Sweden

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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

Master’s degree or 240 ECTS credits including 60 at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge required
Exemptions from general requirements may be granted in special cases
At least 90 ECTS credits in Social Work or related social science required
Completion of an independent thesis of at least 15 ECTS at second-cycle level required
Equivalent qualifications may be accepted if comparable knowledge is demonstrated
Ability to understand and work in English required

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There are no tuition fees for doctoral students.

Living costs

Stockholm

Sweden

9668 - 17248 SEK / month

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