Online Doctorates in Politics

ARWU Rank:
 101-150

Established: 1900
Country: UK

Online Doctorate Program Name:
International Development PhD

Residency Requirements: Required to visit the University once per full year of study for duration of two weeks.

International Development Department (IDD) research students by distance learning explore a wide variety of topics in international development and public management. We offer two types of research degree: MPhil and PhD. These research programmes offer the opportunity to pursue original research under the guidance of an academic supervisor in a more convenient manner for those unable to live and work on campus on a regular basis.

Length: 3 to 6 years

Required GPA: N/A

Required Master's Degree: Yes

ARWU Rank:
 101-150

Established: 1900
Country: UK

Online Doctorate Program Name:
Local Government Studies PhD

Residency Requirements: Required to visit the University once per full year of study for duration of two weeks.

Our distance learning MPhil and PhD degrees in Local Government Studies offer the opportunity to pursue original research under the guidance of an academic supervisor in a more convenient manner for those unable to live and work on campus on a regular basis. We are particularly interested in receiving applications on the modernisation agenda, changing patterns of local governance, the impact of public policy changes, democracy, public participation and community involvement. Applications to study for research degrees on a part-time basis are welcomed.

Length: 3 to 6 years

Required GPA: N/A

Required Master's Degree: Yes

ARWU Rank:
 101-150

Established: 1900
Country: UK

Online Doctorate Program Name:
Political Science and International Studies PhD

Residency Requirements: Required to visit the University once per full year of study for duration of two weeks.

Our distance learning MPhil and PhD degrees in Political Science and International Studies offer the opportunity to pursue original research under the guidance of an academic supervisor in a more convenient manner for those unable to live and work on campus on a regular basis. We are able to supervise a wide range of topics, in line with the research interests of staff. In broad terms our research work is focused around eight research groups: Asia; Diplomatic Studies; European Politics; International Political Economy; Political Theory; Security Studies; International Relations Theory; and Political Sociology.

Length: 3 to 6 years

Required GPA: N/A

Required Master's Degree: Yes