Study programme code

RIRPD.YK

MER study programme code

80552

version code

RIRPD/10.YK

School / college

YK - School of Governance, Law and Society

Study programme title in Est.

Riigi- ja poliitikateadused

study programme title in Engl.

Government and Politics

Language of instruction

Estonian, English

Study level

Doctoral studies

doktoriõppe valdkond

Social Sciences

ECTS credits

240

Study domain

Social Sciences, Journalism and Information

Study programme group

social sciences

Study programme subgroup

Political sciences and civics

Nominal study period (in semesters)

8

Access conditions

Degrees conferred

filosoofiadoktor (riigi- ja poliitikateadused)

Study programme aims and objectives

- To give a possibility to acquire a PhD degree for those working in fields requiring an academic qualification in government and politics; show more...

- To provide advanced knowledge on current political and social science theories;
- To complement the analytical and theoretical abilities through philosophical courses:
- To support the students develop into highly qualified lecturers, scientists and specialists in order to assure the sustainable development of the field.

Learning outcomes of the study programme

- The student has the highest state sciences' academic competence with analytical skills and wide reading knowledge show more...

- Has developed into a creating scientist with an innovative attitude
- Has the qualifications of an independent researcher that is able to effectively participate in Estonian and international research networks
- Has acquired the scientific competences needed to apply for project funding and organizing groups
- Is competent to teach and support the students' learning process
- Can introduce specific political science related knowledge in the larger context of the society, participate in discussions in society and affect social decision processes

Graduation requirements