Politics or International Relations
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    Politics or International Relations

    Oxford Brookes University
    Oxford Brookes University
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, Oxford
    University Rank:#416
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 23,586 / Year
    Next IntakeJune 1, 2026

    Politics or International Relations

    About

    Overview

    The study of Politics and International Relations in the School of Law and Social Sciences takes place in an environment of critical enquiry and rigorous research. Our innovative and influential research has received international recognition, and we help to change attitudes and inform policy across areas such as African trade policies, conflict and organised crime in the Middle East, the politics of gender and Eastern European politics.

    You will be able to conduct thorough and original research on any aspect of domestic or international political life in an active and supportive environment. We offer students close supervision from two supervisors who have research expertise in your research area and plentiful opportunities to present your work and participate in our research training and other research events.

    The study of Politics and International Relations in the School of Law and Social Sciences takes place in an environment of critical enquiry and rigorous research. Our innovative and influential research has received international recognition, and we help to change attitudes and inform policy across areas such as African trade policies, conflict and organised crime in the Middle East, the

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Please see the specific entry requirement details in the degree routes section above.

    If you choose to study full-time you must be able to devote a minimum of 35 hours per week over a 44-week year to your research. You should not undertake more than 20 hours per week paid employment or other commitments (including a maximum of six hours per week teaching, demonstrating, or other paid work directly related to your research training).

    If you choose to study part-time you must be able to devote a minimum of 15 hours per week over a 44-week year to the programme of research.

    You must also meet our residence requirements.

    English Program Requirements

    Applicants whose main language is not English must meet the Faculty’s English language requirements. The minimum IELTS score required for entry to the research degree programme is 6.5–7 overall.

    In addition, we require a minimum of 6.5 in each component of the test. We do not accept IELTS certificates that are over two years old.

    Career

    We are passionate about fostering the careers of our researchers and ensure that they gain research skills training, leadership experience and teaching practice as part of the doctoral programmes we offer.

    Bespoke careers advice is also embedded into our programme as we think this is a key element of your personal and professional development during your time with us.

    With a PhD in Politics/International Relations, you will be highly valued by employers in public, private and non-government sectors for a range of skills including numeracy, literacy, communication, problem-solving, research methods and being able to engage a comparative perspective. Our PhD students have moved on to jobs in the NGO sector, the civil service, academia and the private sector.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    23,586 / year

    Politics or International Relations

    Oxford Brookes University

    Oxford Brookes University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Oxford

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