Overview
This International Studies programme offered by Queen's University Belfast supports original research into international and global political processes, bringing together diverse theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented perspectives. Candidates explore issues relating to international relations, security, foreign policy, political economy, nationalism, conflict, human rights, and global governance while developing advanced research and analytical skills.
Key Facts
Researchers join an internationally focused academic community with expertise spanning Europe, the United States, Africa, East Asia, and Latin America. The programme encourages active participation in seminars, conferences, publications, and scholarly networks, preparing students to become independent researchers capable of contributing to academic, policy, and professional debates on international affairs.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Contemporary Irish Political History
- Governance and Public Policy, with a particular emphasis on European Union politics, public opinion, gender studies, governance.
- Security, Terrorism and International Relations
- Philosophy, with a particular emphasis on metaphysics, philosophy of mind, logic, epistemology, moral and political philosophy
- Political Theory, particularly green political thought, post-structuralism, democratic political theory and the politics of recognition.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
We accept applications for PhD study throughout the year and we can offer varied start dates.
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Campus Location
- Belfast, United Kingdom
Disciplines
International Relations View 51 other PhDs in International Relations in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
- Study on your own schedule
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- Accurate score assesment, always
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The minimum academic requirement for admission to a research degree programme is normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Further information can be obtained by contacting the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics.
- International students wishing to apply to Queen's University Belfast (and for whom English is not their first language), must be able to demonstrate their proficiency in English in order to benefit fully from their course of study or research. Non-EEA nationals must also satisfy UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) immigration requirements for English language for visa purposes.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents23600 GBP / year≈ 23600 GBP / year
Living costs
Belfast
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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