Ph.D Political Science

The political science doctoral programme is designed to provide graduates a complete international level training course in all of the areas relevant to political science. A research methodology in the social sciences including classes in qualitative and quantitative analysis. A personalized supervision process within the Doctoral school and in the research centers, by an internationally recognized and involved academic staff. The political science PhD programme is split into a two-year master's course and three-year doctoral course and in the end there is thesis write up.
The two years of the master's course provide a complete, high-level, fundamental, theoretical and methodological qualification. In the three year doctoral period, the students are supervised by a thesis supervisor from political science laboratories.
The PhD in political science is completed in five years, first two years provides a comprehensive, high-level, basic, theoretical, and methodological education and in the last three years of this programme students are supervised by a thesis supervisor from a political science laboratory.

Core Courses

  • Politics of Central Asia
  • Legislative and Political Development in Pakistan
  • Media and Politics
  • Military and Politics in Pakistan
  • Political and Constitutional Development in Pakistan (1947 to Present)
  • Muslim Nationalism and Pakistan Movement
  • Politics of International Economic Relations
  • Constitutional Development in Pakistan
  • Research Methods in Political Science
  • Domestic politics of Pakistan

Eligibility Criteria

  • 18 years of education in relevant field.
  • 50% marks in previous degree.
  • Passing marks in entry test.

Scope

The political science program is destined to train academics and researchers for employment in the political science field in Pakistan as well as around the world. PhD graduates can work at all levels of government, including public policy, opinion poll analysts, territorial administrations, journalism, political consultancy, diplomacy, foreign diplomatic academies, and specialists in certain cultures.

The scope of political science in Pakistan can be measured by looking at the rising number of politicians of Pakistan. There are uncountable jobs opportunities and state level works that are offered after the completion of this degree program. We can also measure the scope of this degree by analyzing the job opportunities and salary of respective discipline. After doing BS and MSc in political science, having a PhD degree is icing on the cake to welcome vast gateway to hold a healthy career like a parliamentarian, anchor, political analyst, and so many other fields are also available in the market that can make a better career lineup after graduation from renowned Institute.

The  PhD graduates can also apply for the posts like Lobbyist, Lawyer, Diplomat or foreign service officer, Political scientist, Professor, Business executive, Political consultant, Government official, Policy analyst, Legislative assistant, Communications/public relations professional, Public opinion researcher or pollster.

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