Not a fully English programme. The register lists German and English as the language of instruction, so part of the teaching is not in English. Check on the official programme page which parts are taught in English before you apply.
How the fees work. EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester.
About this programme
PhD in Social and Political Sciences is a PhD programme at University of Innsbruck in Innsbruck, taught in German and English. It runs for 3 years (6 semesters) and carries 180 ECTS credits. The register gives Innsbruck as the campus town. It lists the academic degree as Doctor of Philosophy, PhD. University of Innsbruck is a public university in Tyrol.
What you will study
What you study
The doctoral programme in Social and Political Sciences at the University of Innsbruck is about doing your own research. The core is the ability to conduct theoretical and empirical political science research and to contribute that work to the national and international research process through publication. You will learn to critically discuss, analyse and further develop theories, and to master the methods used in research in your area. The programme also covers gender research issues and questions. Graduates can teach political science and further develop theoretical and empirical research methods.
How the programme is organised
This is a full-time doctorate over 6 semesters, worth 180 ECTS credits. It is run by the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences. The dissertation is an independent research project. You are expected to develop research projects independently and creatively, and to realise them successfully with the support of national and international research promotion organisations. You will communicate with the scientific community about your area of expertise, present your results, and work and engage in discussion in interdisciplinary contexts. The programme is taught in English.
Who it suits
It suits you if you want to deal intensively with a topic in social and political sciences and aim for an academic career. The programme provides the tools to conduct independent, high-quality research. It is also for those who want policy-oriented roles in the private, public and international sectors. You should be ready to work independently, publish, and take part in academic discussion across disciplines.
Admission, language and next steps
You need a master's degree or equivalent, and language certificates. The teaching language is English. Applications go directly to the University of Innsbruck, not through a central portal. Check the programme page for the application period and the exact documents required. The degree awarded is Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
What the register says
The core of the Doctor of Philosophy Programme Social and Political Sciences is the ability to conduct theoretical and empirical political science research and to contribute this work to the national and international research process through publication. Graduates are capable of teaching political science and further developing theoretical and empirical research methods. Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy Programme Social and Political Sciences possess competences and knowledge to make scientific contributions that meet international research standards and to add these to the international research process, in particular through the dissertation as an independent research project.
Text as the Austrian national register publishes it. Some entries are in German. For the current content and structure, use the official programme page.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Academic careers at universities and research institutions
- Post-secondary educational facilities
- Leadership positions in research facilities of national, transnational and international institutions
- Governmental and non-governmental interest groups
- Political institutions
- Media
- Policy-oriented roles in the private, public and international sectors
Before you apply
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here University of Innsbruck. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page. Entrance examination, as the register states it: No. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, the student residence permit and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). Fees are in euros as the register lists them. "Not listed" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and dates with the institution.
Quick answers
Is PhD in Social and Political Sciences taught in English?
Partly. The register’s study finder lists the language of instruction as German and English at University of Innsbruck. Some of the teaching is not in English, so check on the programme page which parts are taught in English before you apply.
How long does it take?
The register records 3 years (6 semesters) of study and 180 ECTS credits. Sixty ECTS credits are one academic year of full-time study.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Innsbruck as the campus town for this programme at University of Innsbruck.
How do I apply?
There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here University of Innsbruck. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page.
Is there an entrance examination?
The register gives: No. Details of any admission or aptitude procedure are on the programme page at University of Innsbruck.
What does it cost?
EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester. Fees are in euros as the register lists them; confirm the amount for your intake with University of Innsbruck.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). The OeAD, the Austrian agency for international education, publishes the official information for international students at studyinaustria.at. The programme page at University of Innsbruck is linked from this page so you can compare.
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