Universities in Europe
36 PhD Programs in Political Science in Europe
- programs
- 36 programs
- universities
- 26 universities
- taught in English
- 92% taught in English
- median yearly fee
- 23,500 USD median yearly fee
Last update
Also searched as PhD in Political Science in Europe and Doctorate in Political Science in Europe.
Europe has 36 phd programs in political science open to international students, at 26 universities. Almost all of them — 92% — are taught in English. Fees cluster around 23,500 USD a year, and the middle half of those programs fall between 6,498 USD and 28,998 USD.
Computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Political Science programs
1–24 of 36 · page 1 of 2
Specializations within political science
Top universities for Political Science in Europe
Ranked by how many political science programs each one runs in Europe — the count is next to the name.
- University of Lisbon (3)
- Université Jean Monnet - Campus de Roanne (2)
- University of Birmingham, England (2)
- University of Surrey (2)
- Università per Stranieri di PERUGIA (2)
- Newcastle University (2)
- University of York (2)
- University of Bristol (2)
- University of Nicosia (2)
- Graduate School for Social Research, Institute of Philosophy & Sociology, Polish Academy of Sciences (1)
January intake in Europe
3 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.
- PhD in International Politics — Aberystwyth University · starts Jan 2027
- PhD in Politics PhD — Newcastle University · starts Jan 2027
- PhD in Politics PhD — University of Surrey · starts Jan 2027
PhD in Political Science in Europe: common questions
- How many political science programs are there in Europe?
- 36 political science phd programs at 26 universities in Europe are open to international students, as of 12 October 2026.
- How much does a political science degree in Europe cost?
- The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for phd programs in political science in Europe is 23,500 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 6,498 USD and 28,998 USD a year.
- Can I study political science in Europe in English?
- Yes — 92% of the political science programs in Europe in our catalog are taught in English (33 of 36).
Planning to study political science in Europe?
An advisor who knows admissions in Europe can shortlist political science programs for your budget and profile.