PhD in Political Science

The Ph.D. in Political Science at the University of Macau trains students to carry out advanced scholarly research and prepares them for academic and research-oriented careers. Sub-fields named on the page include international relations, comparative politics, political economy and political theory, and students are expected to explore the major cases, trends, concepts and theories of their chosen area. Learning outcomes also include producing original research of both theoretical and practical value, building the competence to compete in the job market and to teach or research in universities or similar institutions, and showing an awareness of research ethics and professional standards. Course plans are published separately for students admitted in or after 2026/2027 and for earlier cohorts. Admission is competitive and follows Graduate School procedures; applicants should first identify a department professor whose research matches their interests and who is recruiting. The language of instruction is English, and tuition information is on the Graduate School website.