Overview

The International Relations and Diplomacy program at American Graduate School in Paris combines the wide recognition of an American degree with the unique experience of a Paris-based program. It is accredited in the US as an affiliated program of Arcadia University (Pennsylvania) and taught at the American Graduate School in Paris, a private nonprofit institution of higher education recognized by the French Ministry of Higher Education.

Features

Classes are taught in the heart of Paris.

The French capital – which is also one of Europe’s capitals and an international hub – is an ideal location for doctoral research in international relations as it offers access to countless research libraries, archives and special collections.

It also provides internship opportunities with government institutions, inter-govermental organizations and NGOs.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Factors and Theories of Analysis in International Relations and Diplomacy

Research Methodology and Design

Foreign Policy Formulation and Diplomacy

International Public Law

International Political Economy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-07-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-07-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2025-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2024-12-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

International Relations

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Ph.D. candidates must have a Master's degree in International Relations or in a related field, with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. Candidates from other programs will be judged on a case-by-case basis.

A strong background in history, international affairs, political science, economics, and particularly in social science methodologies is required.

A personal statement (between 500 and 1,000 words for degree programs; no more than 500 words for certificates and single courses).

Your current CV or resume

Official transcripts of all previous university-level studies.

Two letters of recommendation (in English). These letters should be from professors who have instructed you in your last degree program. If you have been out of university for more than four years, you may provide professional recommendation letters.

For non-native speakers of English who did not graduate from a degree program instructed in English: TOEFL or IELTS score.

Tuition Fee

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International

9100 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36400 EUR for the full programme during 48 months.
EU/EEA

9100 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 36400 EUR for the full programme during 48 months.

Living costs for Paris

1195 - 1778 EUR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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