Key Facts
The academic environment combines coursework and independent research over four years, supported by supervision, seminars, and active participation in the research community. Training includes qualitative and quantitative methods, theoretical development, and academic writing, enabling the ability to design, conduct, and present advanced research through a doctoral thesis.
Programme Structure
Research areas within this programme include:
- History of International Relations
- International Studies
- Theory Formation in International Relations
- Qualitative Research Methods in International Relations
- Quantitative Research Methods in International Relations
- Global Political Economy
- European Integration Theory
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 90
Other requirements
General requirements
General entry requirements include a completed master’s degree from a Swedish university or at least 240 higher education credits including at least 60 at the master’s level, or the corresponding international equivalents.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.
Non-residents — Free
EU/EEA
European Economic Area tuition fee is applicable to the students from EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
EU/EEA Nationals — Free
Additional Details
- Doctoral students are not charged tuition fees.
Living costs
Stockholm, Sweden: 1,380-2,461 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
Application deadline not specified.
Language
English — TOEFL iBT: 90
Credits
240 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
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