PhD in International Affairs and Political Economy

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

North America:

5%

Africa:

1%

Others:

1%

South America:

2%

Europe:

20%

Asia:

1%

Switzerland:

70%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Google

Amazon

Apple

Facebook

The British Council

The European Commission

The United Nations

The World Bank

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$2,158 / year

Overall Cost

$17,158 / year

FAQs

• Can I apply with an MBA or a degree from a university of applied sciences?
  
  No, admission is not possible with an MBA or a degree from a university of applied sciences or any institution without the right to award doctorates.
• What courses are included in the program?
  
  Required courses include Philosophical and Methodological Foundations of Social Science Analysis and a Proposal Colloquium. Students also select compulsory electives in political science, economics, or institutional organization theory, and may take additional methodological or specialist courses.
• What is the structure and duration of the program?
  
  The program is full-time and typically takes up to 60 months (5 years) to complete. It consists of coursework (24 ECTS credits), a research proposal phase, a research phase (12 ECTS credits), thesis work, and a thesis defense.
• Is proof of English language proficiency required?
  
  Yes, applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at the C1 level as the program is taught in English.
• What are the main admission requirements for this PhD program?
  
  Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in a social sciences-related subject from a recognized university, with a minimum average grade of 5.00 (Swiss system), equivalent to 2.00 in Germany and Austria. Degrees from universities of applied sciences or MBAs are not accepted.