Political Science and International Relations - Ph.D.

General Information about the Program

The Department of International Relations at Anadolu University offers a Ph.D. program in Political Science and International Relations at the graduate level that aims at preparing students for successful academic careers. The Ph.D. program is designed to provide Ph.D. candidates with advanced theoretical knowledge and analytical skills that enable them to explain and assess political and social developments that influence international politics, regional politics and Turkey’s foreign policy and domestic political life. The program is designed to prepare students to independently undertake intensive research and provides close supervision for research leading to a Ph.D. degree. In the first two academic semesters, Ph.D. students are required to attend the Research Methods, International Relations Seminar and Political Science Seminar. Students are also required to take elective courses offered by the Department including Global Governance, Comparative Politics, Turkish Politics, Security Studies, International Economy, Current Issues in International Law, Development Studies, Public Administration, Energy Security, Public Diplomacy, EU in Global Politics, Migration, and Transitional Justice. After completing course requirements, students who wish to earn the Ph.D. degree must pass the Ph.D. Comprehensive Exam and prepare and defend a dissertation in accordance with the regulations of the Graduate School of Social Sciences at Anadolu University.

Career Opportunities

The Ph.D. Program in Political Science and International Relations aims at preparing students for academic careers. The graduates of the program will be able to seek career opportunities in academia. They will also have employment opportunities in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other governmental institutions, international organizations, and non-governmental organizations.

Why international students should choose this department to study

The Department of International Relations at Anadolu University offers a vibrant and rich academic environment. In close cooperation with the Department of Political Science and Public Administration, the Department is also able to offer supervision in a wide range of areas. Besides, students will be able to attend a variety of courses offered by the Ph.D. program. They will also find it beneficial to contribute to various academic journals published by Anadolu University.