Institute for Diplomacy and Political Sciences Studies in Switzerland
Doctorate in Political Economy
Dive into the intricate interplay of politics and economics with our Doctorate in Political Economy. Gain a profound understanding of how economic forces influence political decisions and policies, preparing you to navigate the complex relationship between statecraft and economic systems.
About the Study Program:
Duration: The program spans 3 academic years*.
Eligibility:
Previous study: Master's degree or equivalent OR 7 years of Management Experience + a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
English proficiency: IELTS or equivalent (mandatory for non-English speaking countries or those without prior education in English).
Age requirement: Applicants must be 24 years or older.
Note: If you have any uncertainties regarding your eligibility for this program, please feel free to contact us.
Study Fee: Please refer to our fee structure link.
Accreditation and Quality Assurance: Please refer to our Accreditation link.
Academic Information:
Aligned with the European Higher Education Area and Bologna Process (EHEA) Standards & guidelines for quality assurance.
EQF: This program holds an equivalence to EQF Level 8 (doctoral level).
ECTS: The program is structured with 180 European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System credits.
*According to myscience.ch, "the duration of the doctorate is not standard: usually, it is between 2 and 7 years, depending on the research field, the school, and the employment (part-time/full-time)."