PhD Political Science

Course Overview UNT's Ph.D. in Political Science prepares students for distinguished academic and professional careers through advanced training in substantive, theoretical, and methodological research. The program offers specializations within traditional subfields like American Politics and International Relations, as well as interdisciplinary strengths in areas such as Peace and Conflict. Students work closely with top scholars to design a personalized course of study and perform original research on political behavior. Key Program Highlights Specialize in core subfields including American Politics, Comparative Politics, and Political Theory Pursue interdisciplinary research in emerging areas like Race and Ethnic Politics or Political Institutions Learn from a distinguished faculty of top scholars in their respective fields of expertise Design a personalized program with an advisory committee, including an external field option Develop the advanced research skills required for careers in academia, public service, and the private sector