PhD International Studies
University of Buckingham
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Course InfoStudents undertake supervised but independent research, at the end of which they submit a thesis embodying the results of that research. This thesis must demonstrate familiarity with, and an understanding of the subject, its principal sources and authorities. It should display critical discrimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating evidence and the judgements of others. A PhD thesis must embody an original contribution to the knowledge of the discipline either by the ...Read more

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Students undertake supervised but independent research, at the end of which they submit a thesis embodying the results of that research. This thesis must demonstrate familiarity with, and an understanding of the subject, its principal sources and authorities. It should display critical discrimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating evidence and the judgements of others. A PhD thesis must embody an original contribution to the knowledge of the discipline either by the discovery of new knowledge or by the exercise of a new and independent critical approach.

In addition to Economics, International Studies and Security and Intelligence Studies, the University offer PhD programmes in the following Humanities areas:

  • Archaeology
  • Art History
  • Biography
  • English Country House
  • English Literature
  • History
  • Military History
  • Modern War Studies
  • Philosophy
  • Tudor History
  • 17th Century British History
  • 20th Century British History.

Teaching & Assessment

Quality supervision

The aim of the Research Programme is to help students develop the following: a) a systematic and in-depth understanding in the subject area of choice of research by the student; b) the critical skills necessary to analyse and evaluate complex legal problems and related issues; c) To give students the opportunity to undertake a substantial independent research project at Level 7 of writing; d) research skills necessary to demonstrate familiarity with and understanding of the subject, its principal sources and authorities; e) To develop research skills necessary to display critical discrimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating evidence and the opinions of other authors in the subject.

After Your Course

Graduate employment

Our graduate prospects are excellent] Our graduates have gone on to further study at most of the world’s leading universities, including Harvard, London, Oxford and Cambridge and secured jobs in senior positions around the world. Among our alumni we have a graduate who became the head of his country’s civil service and one who became a leading Formula One motor-racing driver. Another secured a position as the Minister of Sabah and one female law graduate became the first British lawyer to become a French Advocate

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What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
20 Feb 20

So far my experience has been okay. It has been very stressful but also very informative. There are frustrations and brilliant times as well. All in all, not too..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
06 Mar 15

Not a bad place to be. Most people come here because of the favorable student-to-staff ratio and the two-year degrees and I am one of them. It's a very friendly place and the..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a first or second class, upper division degree or significant experience. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Tuition fees

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£7,680 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

The above mentioned fee is for Apr-24 1st year £7,680, Total cost:23,040. For Sep-24 and Jan-25: 1st year £8,267, Total cost: £24,800.

£13,431 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

The above mentioned fee is for Apr-24 1st year £13,431, Total cost:£40,293. For Sep-24 and Jan-25: 1st year £14,500, Total cost: £43,500.

£13,431 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

The above mentioned fee is for Apr-24 1st year £13,431, Total cost:£40,293. For Sep-24 and Jan-25: 1st year £14,500, Total cost: £43,500.

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SR
Student Reviewer
20 Feb 20
So far my experience has been okay. It has been very stressful but also very informative. There are frustrations and brilliant times as well. All in all, not too...
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SR
Student Reviewer
06 Mar 15
Not a bad place to be. Most people come here because of the favorable student-to-staff ratio and the two-year degrees and I am one of them. It's a very friendly place and the...
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University of Buckingham
Hunter Street Buckingham Buckinghamshire MK18 1EG United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bicester North  5.8 miles away

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