Political Science (Doctoral) at Michigan State University

The doctoral programme prepares students to teach political science and government at college level and for professional careers in political and social research, with intensive training in political research. Students specialise in one of five primary fields: American politics, comparative politics, international relations, public policy or political philosophy.

Faculty: College of Social Science  |  Department: Department of Political Science  |  Duration: At least 45 credits in political science beyond entry  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: East Lansing, MI, United States

What you will study

Students complete at least 45 political science credits including PLS 800 Proseminar, PLS 801 and PLS 802 Quantitative Techniques, at least four courses in a major field and three in a minor field (research methodology is also a minor option). They pass comprehensive examinations in both fields and write and defend a dissertation.

Career pathways

College-level teaching and professional political and social research.

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