The RSIS Doctor of Philosophy Programme
The RSIS Ph.D. Programme is a rigorous course that allows students to explore their subject of interest in detail under the guidance of reputable faculty staff. Research areas may range from Strategic Studies, International Relations, Defence and Security Management to International Political Economy. This programme is suited for professionals who are looking to advance their level of expertise for further career development.Overview
These research programmes lead to the award of a Doctor of Philosophy degree. RSIS Ph.D. candidates will pursue an independent but supervised research in an approved field of advanced study upon which a thesis must be submitted. The award of the research degree is based entirely on the work presented in the thesis.Research Areas
- Strategic Studies;
- International Relations;
- Defence and Security Management;
- International Political Economy.
Admission Requirements
Applicants for the RSIS Ph.D. Programme should possess the following:- A Bachelors and Masters degree in a related discipline;
- The ability to pursue research in the candidate's proposed field of advanced study;
- Demonstrate competency in English and the ability to do independent research.
- For international students, a good TOEFL score (600 for paperbased or 240 for computer-based) is required for applicants whose mother tongue is not English. Test dates must be within two years or less from the date of application.
At present, the University admits all students as research students in the first instance where the students can expect to be confirmed as Ph.D. candidates at the end of the first year.
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