Overview

The Ph.D. program in Global Studies at the University of Massachusetts Lowell offers three areas of concentration to meet the specific research interests of students.

Conflict, Cooperation, Security and Human Rights: understanding of the wide range of issues that challenge peace and human security in the modern world, from traditional conflict to illicit economies.
International Political Economy, Trade and Development: understanding of the multi-dimensional causes and consequences of economic, political and social development around the globe.
Theory in Global Studies: understanding of the theoretical underpinnings and rapidly emerging new paradigms of global studies.

Objectives

Graduates of this Ph.D. program will be able to:

Utilize qualitative and/or quantitative methods to conduct research on major issues of contemporary global significance.
Understand policies key to addressing critical global problems, ranging from migration to conflict and climate change.
Publicize best practices and innovative findings through teaching, presentations, and publications in various formats.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Global Studies
Seminar in Interdisciplinary Education & Research
Conflict, Cooperation, Security and Human Rights
International Political Economy, trade and Development
Educational Policy and Law
Diplomacy and Cross Cultural Negotiations
Special Topics in Security and Human Rights
Politics of Repression and Dissent

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lowell, United States

Disciplines

Economics International Relations International Development View 10 other PhDs in International Development in United States

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Academic requirements

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must show official evidence of having earned a baccalaureate degree or its U.S. equivalent from an accredited college or university. Complete and official undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) academic transcripts from all previously attended institutions must be provided.
Applicants must have achieved satisfactory Verbal and Quantitative scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE). In some instances, GMAT or LSAT scores may be substituted.
Three (3) letters of reference must be provided. Letters should be from individuals who can comment on the academic potential of the applicant (2 letters minimum). A maximum of one letter related to the professional performance of the applicant is acceptable.
Applicants must submit a personal statement of about 750 words which indicates why the applicant wishes to pursue a doctoral degree in Global Studies.
A writing sample (published article, thesis, etc.)
A current resume/CV

Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

29250 USD / year

≈ 29250 USD / year
Out-of-State

29250 USD / year

≈ 29250 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16672 USD / year

≈ 16672 USD / year

Living costs

Lowell

United States

1130 - 2341 USD / month

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