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University of British Columbia · Vancouver, Canada

Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science

Doctoral · Social

Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science

University of British Columbia · Vancouver, Canada

About this programme

The Department of Political Science offers Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degree programs that are structured around five substantive fields: Canadian politics, international relations, comparative politics, political theory, and U.S. Politics. We offer in the range of 25 graduate seminar courses per year and ample support for mentoring grad students in their professional development, through research collaboration, workshops, and colloquia. We have the most successful doctoral graduates of any program in Canada, judged by our record of placing graduates in academic positions in Canada, the United States, Great Britain, Australia, and elsewhere. For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website <div class="program-factoids view view-gps-program-median-funding-quick-facts view-id-gps_program_media

Level
Doctoral
Field
Social
Tuition
C$10,082 / year
English
IELTS 6.5
Study mode
Full-time
Intake
September

Visa

Visa required
Study Permit
Application fee
CAD 150
Proof of funds
CAD 22,895
Processing time
16 weeks

Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.

Scholarships available (6)

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