PhD Public Affairs at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The Public Affairs PhD offers students opportunities for rigorous, advanced study in the areas of public affairs, policy analysis, and planning. The goal of the PhD program is to train researchers who will enter academia or join highly respected public or nonprofit institutions involved in cutting edge research in public affairs, policy, planning, and management. Students pursue one of the following tracks: public policy; urban planning; management and governance; or science, technology, and environmental policy.

Faculty: Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs | Duration: 5 years / 42 major credits + 24 thesis credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Core Courses, Research Methods Courses, Thesis Credits, Public Policy, Urban Planning, Management and Governance, Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy. Practical teaching experience: Doctoral students must complete training in pedagogy and a teaching experience as a course instructor or teaching assistant (TA) with instructional responsibilities. The pedagogical training may take place prior to or concurrent with the teaching experience.

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Entry requirements

Applicants are recommended to have completed undergraduate coursework in microeconomics and calculus or statistics. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.5. A complete application will include a University of Minnesota application, a personal statement that includes motivation for pursuing doctoral studies and research interests, a resume or C.V., transcripts, a writing sample, TOEFL scores (if applicable), and at least three letters of recommendation. GRE requirement suspended pending annual review. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 100, IELTS 7.

Duration: 5 years / 42 major credits + 24 thesis credits

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