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Doctor of Philosophy - International Relations

Canterbury — Canterbury, South East, United Kingdom

Study Level: Doctorate / PhD · Doctoral / PhD
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: January 2027
Tuition Fee: GBP 19,300
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Explore real-world issues and key policy areas, and learn from leading experts who advise governments and shape debates. Kent's alumni, who form an international network, have used this programme as a springboard into foreign offices and diplomatic services, the UN, EU and OECD, the IRC, Amnesty International, and other NGOs, as well as businesses with an international outlook. Reasons to study International Relations at Kent The research in the School of Politics and International Relations was rated as 100% 'world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ for environment and publications in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF). University of Kent is now part of the South East ESRC Doctoral Training Centre, making them one of the key training outlets in this subject in the UK. Kent’s world-class academics provide research students with excellent supervision. Students enjoy regular meetings with a supervisor and supervisory team. High-profile engagement through the Global Europe Centre and the Conflict Analysis Research Centre, which crystallises research, policy and practitioner networks into an annual schedule of events. Students have the opportunities to collaborate with other members of staff through the staff research seminar and the activities of Kent's three University-recognised research centres: the Conflict Analysis Research Centre (CARC), the Global Europe Centre (GEC) and the Centre for Critical Thought(CCT). Excellent facilities – the Templeman library and extensive computing facilities. Research students will also be able to benefit from the skills training offered by the University’s Graduate and Researcher College.

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Credential: Doctoral / PhD
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Entry Requirements

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English-language requirements

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Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: GBP 19,300
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Canterbury

Canterbury, South East, United Kingdom

Kent

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About the Institution

Inspire global ambition at the University of Kent, top 40 UK university with outstanding teaching, modern facilities, award-winning student support and vibrant study locations. Over 18,000 students over 100 nations study across its two spacious UK campuses in Canterbury and Medway which are both less than one hour by train to London and close proximity to Europe. Students who choose Kent for their undergraduate or postgraduate degree will be joining an institution known for its outstanding research, and one that can help students to meet their career goals through excellent support and quality...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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