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Political Science
PhD in Political Science
DoctorateHEC recognisedCareer focused
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science is a three-year advanced research degree designed to develop highly skilled scholars, researchers, and policy experts in the field of political science.
3 Years
Duration
50
Credit hours
12
Courses
Overview
Programme overview
Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science program read more
Focuses on advanced political research, comparative politics, and governance studies.
Programme
Curriculum
Admissions
Admission & eligibility
Applicants must have 18 years of education (MS/MPhil or equivalent) in Political Science or a related discipline from an HEC-recognized university with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 (semester system) or First Division (annual system)
candidates with equivalent degrees such as MBA may be required to complete pre-requisite courses as prescribed by the Doctoral Committee along with an HEC Equivalence Certificate where applicable, while applicants with an irrelevant academic background must complete 9–12 credit hours of deficiency courses as approved by the Doctoral Committee
Careers
Career opportunities
Academic and research positions in universities and higher education institutions
Policy advisory roles in government departments and ministries
Positions in think tanks, research organizations, and policy institutes
Careers in international organizations and development agencies
Roles in media, political analysis, and strategic communication
Opportunities in diplomatic services and governance institutions
Pathway toward postdoctoral research and international academic careers
Why Greenwich
Why choose this programme
Develops advanced expertise in political theory, governance, and public policy
Enhances high-level research, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Prepares scholars for academic, policy-making, and advisory careers
Strengthens understanding of national and international political systems
Provides strong foundation for postdoctoral research and global academic opportunities
Builds capacity to contribute to evidence-based policymaking and governance reforms
Ready to begin?
Apply for PhD in Political Science — Fall 2026–27. A simple, guided online application that takes under a minute.