PhD in Global Studies

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

5%

United Kingdom:

4%

Switzerland:

60%

France:

15%

Italy:

10%

Germany:

5%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Accenture

Deloitte

Amazon

Microsoft

Apple

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Tesla

Instagram

Meta

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$1,000 / year

Overall Cost

$16,000 / year

FAQs

• How is progress monitored and assessment carried out?
  
  Students must submit a research plan, participate in doctoral colloquia, and report annually on progress. The programme culminates in the submission of a dissertation (monograph or cumulative) and a public defense.
• What facilities and resources are available to research students?
  
  Students have access to the University of Geneva’s libraries, archives, and databases, interdisciplinary doctoral training, international research networks, seminars, and collaboration opportunities with Geneva-based institutions such as the UN, NGOs, and international organizations.
• Do international applicants need to demonstrate language proficiency?
  
  Yes. English proficiency is essential, as much of the doctoral research and publications are in English. Knowledge of French is recommended for local integration and some seminars, but it is not always mandatory depending on the supervisor and research track.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  The programme is interdisciplinary, with possible research tracks in communication and media, international relations, political science, global governance, international law, cultural studies, migration, sustainability, and digital societies. Students focusing on communication may explore areas such as global media systems, transnational communication, public diplomacy, digital globalization, intercultural communication, and media in global governance.
• What is the duration of the PhD in Global Studies at the University of Geneva?
  
  The PhD normally takes 3 to 5 years of full-time study, depending on the research project and funding.