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PhD (NFQ Level 10)

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Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.

Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.

Module Type Module   Trimester Credits
Stage 1 Core Modules
POL50070 Quantitative Methods I (CORE)  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
POL50200 Qualitative Research Methods (CORE)  10
Stage 1 Core Modules
POL50220 Social Science Methodology  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
ACC40910 Professional Development  2.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
DEV40010 One Planet, One Ocean (SDG 14)  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
DEV40020 Gender and Development  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
GSBL50050 Approaches & Techniques in Qualitative Research  7.5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
IS41510 Social Networks Online and Off  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
LAW50030 Advanced Research in Law  5
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40050 Theories of International Relations  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40100 Politics of Development  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40140 Theories of Global Justice  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40160 Comparative Public Policy  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40370 International Political Economy  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40540 Comparative European Politics  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40610 EU Foreign, Security, and Defence Pol.  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40950 Introduction to Statistics  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40970 Politics of European Governance  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41020 Politics of Human Rights  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41030 Theory of Human Rights  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41510 Politics and Change in the Middle East and North Africa  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41640 Qualitative Research Methods for Political Science  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41650 The Global Political Economy of Europe  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41720 Gender, Peace, and Security  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41780 The Politics of Inequality  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41860 Governance, Politics and Development  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41870 Political Economy of Institutions and Comparative Development  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41980 Peace & Conflict Studies  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42040 Gender & the Political System  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42050 Quantitative Text Analysis  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42060 International Security  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42080 Global Classroom  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42340 Programming for Soc Scientists  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42350 Connected_Politics 2  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42440 The Political Economy of Security  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42470 Gender, Identity, & Difference  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42480 Contemporary Election Campaigns: Democratic Norms and Empirical Research  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42490 Politics of Ireland North and South  10
Stage 1 Options - A) Min 0 of:
PhD students in this programme are required to complete 50 taught credits over the course of their programme, at least 40 of which should be completed in Stage 1. The three core modules must be completed in Stage 1. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL42500 Politics of Authoritarianism  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
ACC40910 Professional Development  2.5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
DEV40010 One Planet, One Ocean (SDG 14)  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
DEV40020 Gender and Development  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
GSBL50050 Approaches & Techniques in Qualitative Research  7.5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
IS41510 Social Networks Online and Off  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
LAW50030 Advanced Research in Law  5
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40050 Theories of International Relations  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40100 Politics of Development  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40140 Theories of Global Justice  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40160 Comparative Public Policy  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40370 International Political Economy  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40540 Comparative European Politics  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40610 EU Foreign, Security, and Defence Pol.  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40950 Introduction to Statistics  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL40970 Politics of European Governance  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41020 Politics of Human Rights  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41030 Theory of Human Rights  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41510 Politics and Change in the Middle East and North Africa  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41640 Qualitative Research Methods for Political Science  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41650 The Global Political Economy of Europe  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41720 Gender, Peace, and Security  10
Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of:
Any outstanding taught modules should be taken in Stage 2, in order to meet the 50-credit programme requirement. A list of option modules considered appropriate by your School is given below, and from which you can select module(s) subject to timetables/capacity. Please, ensure that you have discussed your choice with your supervisor. If your supervisor has recommended a module that does not appear below then please follow the advice on registration to taught modules published on the Graduate Studies website.
POL41780 The Politics of Inequality  10
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POL41860 Governance, Politics and Development  10
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POL41870 Political Economy of Institutions and Comparative Development  10
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POL41980 Peace & Conflict Studies  10
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POL42040 Gender & the Political System  10
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POL42050 Quantitative Text Analysis  10
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POL42060 International Security  10
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POL42070 Politics of (mis-)information  10
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POL42080 Global Classroom  10
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POL42340 Programming for Soc Scientists  10
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POL42350 Connected_Politics 2  10
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POL42440 The Political Economy of Security  10
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POL42470 Gender, Identity, & Difference  10
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POL42480 Contemporary Election Campaigns: Democratic Norms and Empirical Research  10
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POL42490 Politics of Ireland North and South  10
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POL42500 Politics of Authoritarianism  10

PhD Politics & International Relations (W143) Full Time
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