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PhD Programmes
The doctoral degree is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in teaching or research, but also in international organisations, advisory services, and businesses.
Virtual PhD Programmes Open House Day
Thursday, 14 January 2027: Explore the 5 PhD programmes offered by the School of Research and meet our staff, researchers, and PhD students.
Five PhD Programmes
The School of Research accompanies students preparing a doctoral thesis in law, economics, history, political science, or sociology. The programme is structured around these topics to guide students as they become true experts in the selected discipline and specific field of research chosen for the thesis.
The School of Research offers a world-class educational framework along with tailored professional integration services. PhD candidates work with internationally renowned thesis supervisors and benefit from personalised support in Sciences Po's research centres.
While the majority of PhD graduates pursue careers in academia, the research work and methodology they have undertaken makes their profiles highly valuable to public administrations, businesses and consulting firms, international organisations, and think-tanks.
Where do our graduates work?
- 73% of Sciences Po’s PhD graduates enter academia in France, Europe and around the world.
- 27% of them go on to work in the public or private sectors, international organisations, think tanks, or non-profit organisations
International Mobility
PhD candidates at Sciences Po take part in conferences or conduct research stays abroad. They benefit from partnerships with other leading institutions of higher education offering additional opportunities, such as dedicated fellowships (particularly in North America) or exchange programmes.
