Politics, Languages and International Studies PhD at University of Bath

University of Bath

United Kingdom, Bath

University Rank:#132

The Politics, Languages and International Studies PhD is a PhD degree offered by University of Bath across its University of Bath - Claverton Down - Bath BA2 7AY and University of Bath Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY campuses in United Kingdom. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study across its University of Bath - Claverton Down - Bath BA2 7AY and University of Bath Claverton Down, Bath BA2 7AY campuses while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The tuition fee is USD 32,873 / year(s), and the next intake is available from September 1, 2026.

About Politics, Languages and International Studies PhD

Develop as an independent and competent researcher, and gain a greater understanding of research techniques appropriate to your subject area.

During this course, you will conduct a major piece of independent and original research, following either the traditional or alternative (article-based) thesis route.

This programme is recognised as being part of the following ESRC-funded South West Doctoral Training Partnership (SWDTP) Political Science & International Studies discipline-specific pathway.

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Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies

Disciplines

Department of Politics Languages & International Studies

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Politics, Languages and International Studies PhD at University of Bath

Entry Requirements

First or 2:1 Honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject, from a recognised university.

When considering applications, we also take the following into account: extended and responsible experience in a relevant field in commerce, or industry, or in teaching, or in a government establishment, together with authorship of papers or other work of an acceptable academic standard, e.g. published translation.

English Requirements

PTEMin 62
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 90

English Program Requirements

English Language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components

The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element

TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components

You will need to get your English language qualification within 24 months prior to starting your course.

If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.

Career Opportunities after Completing Politics, Languages and International Studies PhD

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Fee Information

Fees and funding

Fees and funding information for Politics, Languages and International Studies PhD

Fees

Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home or Overseas student.

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Tuition fees are liable to increase annually for all University of Bath students. If you aren't paying your fees in British pounds, you should also budget for possible fluctuations in your own currency.

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How to pay

Funding options

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Payment options

You can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card or bank transfer.

Paying your tuition fees

Tuition Fee

32,873 / year(s)

Politics, Languages and International Studies PhD at University of Bath

University of Bath

United Kingdom, Bath