Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science
Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science provides advanced scholarly training in political theory, governance, public policy, and institutional analysis. The program equips students with high-level research, analytical, and academic writing skills necessary for producing original and impactful political research. Emphasis is placed on critical engagement with political communication, electoral systems, legal structures, and comparative political processes. Through structured research development and sustained dissertation work, candidates contribute new knowledge to political science scholarship and policy discourse. Graduates are prepared for academic careers, senior policy advisory roles, research leadership, and positions within governmental, international, and research institutions.
| Program Name | Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) |
| Program Level | Doctorate |
| Concentration | Political Science |
| Modules | 15 |
| Credits | 60 |
| Duration | 2 to 4 years |
| Learning Method | Online |
| Fee | $4,500 One-Time Fee [Special Discount] |
- US Politics and the Media
- Comparative Politics
- Campaigns and Elections
- Political Theory
- Political Parties and Politics
- Public Writing
- Public Policy
- Public & Private Law
- Scientific Research Module I: Research, Information Literacy
- Scientific Research Module II: Dissertation Writing I
- Scientific Research Module III: Dissertation Writing II
- Scientific Research Module IV: Dissertation Writing III
- Scientific Research Module V: Submission and Evaluation of the Dissertation
- Scientific Research Module VI: Dissertation Defense Preparation
- Dissertation Defense
- Possess a Master’s Degree (or a Bachelor’s Degree for bundle program) or its equivalent.
- Be proficient in English (as per TOEFL or IELTS test for non-native English speakers).
- Have basic operating knowledge of a smartphone or a computer.
- Distinction: 90% and above
- Pass: 80% to 89.99%
- Fail: below 80%
Dissertation Defense
Fee: $4,500 One-Time Fee [Special Discount]
- Payment Plans: Initial installment of $1,000 and $350/month for 12 months or initial installment of $1,000 and $175/month for 24 months.
- Payment Methods: Stripe & PayPal
- Provide the names of your previous schools and the dates of attendance.
- Submit a scanned copy of the following:
- government-issued photo ID,
- two letters of recommendation,
- transcript(s), and
- test scores (TOEFL or IELTS for non-native English speakers).
- ⚠️You can submit the documents when applying or email them later to giuadmissions@fgjf.org latest within four weeks from the start date of your first-course registration.
- Wait for a response from our admission staff within seven working days.
- Receive your provisional admission letter.
- Make payment.
- Start studying.
Program Director
Prof. Tan Kwan Hong
FAQs
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