Arts & Humanities
Acting, Stage and Screen (BFA)
University of Southern California, United States
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Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
The PhD in Political Science and International Relations is a joint programme of the Department of Political Science and the School of International Relations requiring 66 units beyond the BA, screening, three fields of concentration, field examinations, a substantive paper, qualifying examination and dissertation.
Faculty: Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences | Department: Political Science and International Relations | Duration: 66 units minimum beyond the BA | Study mode: full-time | Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States
Students complete methodology courses (multivariate statistics POIR 611, social inquiry and research design POIR 610 and an advanced methods course) and three fields from American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and methods and research tools, or a customized third field. Two fields are examined; a substantive paper is presented in year three and the qualifying examination is expected by the end of year three.
A prior degree in political science or international relations is not necessary but coursework in political theory, statistics and social science research methods is strongly recommended. Holistic review of grades, letters of recommendation and a statement of intent; a sample of written work in English (preferably a research paper) is required. Applicants whose native language is not English must take TOEFL or IELTS.
Duration: 66 units minimum beyond the BA
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
Arts & Humanities
University of Southern California, United States
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