PhD in Genocide Studies

The Ph.D. in Genocide Studies at Clark University relies on a curriculum that trains students not primarily in the diachronic, but in the synchronic dimension of genocides, and thus in disciplines such as anthropology, psychology, political science, sociology, literary studies, legal studies, and pedagogy.

Careers

Accommodating inter- and multidisciplinary methods that increasingly shape the field of genocide studies, students will graduate prepared for careers as leaders in government, NGOs, and various pedagogical institutions such as museums, memorials, and teacher training initiatives.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

• Genocide and Civil War in the African Great Lakes Region
• Genocide Prevention and Conflict Transformation
• Mass Atrocity Prevention in Theory and Practice
• Anthropology of War and Genocide
• History of Racism in Modern Europe
• Genocide, Denial, Facing History and Reconciliation
• Cultures of Exile
• Forced Migration and the City
• Refugees, Forced Migration, and Belonging
• The Aftermath of Intergroup Violence: Social Psychological Perspectives

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English Requirements

• Duolingo English Test: 120
• TOEFL® iBT: 85
• PTE Academic: 61
• IELTS: 6.5

Other Requirements

General requirements:

• Online application form
• Application fee (nonrefundable): $75
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation
• Résumé
• All academic transcripts
• English Language Requirements — International applicants only
• Test scores and other program-specific requirements

Tuition Fees

• International: 14,594 AUD / year (≈ 10,345 USD / year)
• Out-of-State: 14,594 AUD / year (≈ 10,345 USD / year)
• Domestic (In-State): 14,594 AUD / year (≈ 10,345 USD / year)

Living Costs

Worcester, United States — 1,552–2,285 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Scholarships

PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Genocide Studies. Available scholarships include support from independent providers, government programs, and foundations. Examples include the Belgian American Educational Foundation (BAEF), the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, the Marshall Scholarships, P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship, and various other graduate scholarships with deadlines ranging from September 2026 through 2027.