Research course

Diplomacy and International Governance

Institution
Loughborough University · Loughborough University London
Qualifications
PhD

Entry requirements

A master’s qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject and a good honours degree in a relevant discipline (minimum 2:1).

In exceptional cases, substantial professional work experience/ qualifications may also be taken into consideration.

We strongly recommend contacting your preferred research supervisor(s) in advance of submitting an application to discuss your ideas. View a full list of academic staff within the Institute for Diplomacy and International Affairs.

Please use our online application portal to submit your research proposal, and clearly outline the question you intend to address. You should also include an overview of your subject area and proposed research methods.

When applying for a PhD within the Institute, please select Diplomacy and International Affairs when asked for the programme name.

Months of entry

January, April, July, October

Course content

Research is at the heart of the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance. If you are interested in addressing complex, international issues and developing your professional research skills, then pursuing a PhD in the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance could be for you.

Academics from the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance offer research expertise and experience in a wide range of subject areas. They are extremely well-networked with professionals outside of academia in their respective fields.

In some cases, the Institute can provide joint supervisory arrangements with colleagues from other Loughborough University London institutes and from research teams based at Loughborough University’s East Midlands campus, for example the School of Social Sciences and Humanities.

Our aim is to create a vibrant, enthusiastic and forward-thinking research community, where academics and students work closely together on solutions to problems of diplomacy and international affairs.

The Institute has recently supervised or currently supervises PhDs in the fields of Northern Ireland and political identity in the time of Brexit; narratives and myths of contemporary Polish foreign policy; First Ladies and cultural and public diplomacy in Ukraine; comparative policy learning in times of crisis (Australia, the UK and Covid responses); foreign policy and domestic Turkish politics ; AI in Russian strategic discourse; sport as a geopolitical tool; Brexit and employment in the UK sport sector; and the role of metropolitan innovation ecosystems as diplomatic actors.

Information for international students

Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. Further details are available on the International website.

Fees and funding

UK students
Dependent on start date. Please see website
International students
Dependent on start date. Please see website

Please see our website for a list of research degree funding and scholarships.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PhD
    part time
    72 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    36 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Postgraduate Enquiries
Email
pgenquiries@lboro.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)20381 80777