Political Science (PhD) is a doctorate in Politics & International Relations programme taught at Concordia University in Montréal, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 639 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Doctorate
Field:Politics & International Relations
Duration: 4 years
Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit
International tuition: CAD 639 / credit
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: concordia.ca ·
Program details
Overview
This Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science trains students to conduct primary research and make original contributions to the discipline, working alongside faculty in political theory, international relations, and public policy while specializing in two chosen areas of the field. The program requires a minimum of 90 credits: 6 credits of core courses, 6 credits in the chosen concentration, 6 credits of electives, 18 credits of research and comprehensive examinations, and 54 credits for the doctoral thesis. The program is thesis-based, spans four years, and admits students in the Fall term only. Funding packages, including awards and assistantships, are generally available to students in this thesis-based program, supporting the transition from coursework and comprehensive examinations into independent doctoral research and thesis writing.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:3.50 / 4.3
Admission Requirements: Applicants need an MA in political science, political studies, international relations, public policy, or another relevant field from an accredited university, normally with a minimum GPA of 3.5 on Concordia's 4.30 scale. Applicants whose primary language is not English must demonstrate that their knowledge of English is sufficient to pursue graduate studies; the program follows Concordia's standard graduate English-proficiency requirement of IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with no band below 6.5, TOEFL iBT 95 with no section below 20, or Duolingo English Test 120.
