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Global Governance and International Political Economy (Ph.D.)

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Level: Doctorate
Learning model: Professor + Mentor
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The program

Ideas engineered for the real world

A rigorous academic core, paired with practical production judgment.

Academic focus

Political Theory, International Relations, Middle Eastern Politics, Public Policy

Practical focus

Public Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, International Relations, Middle Eastern Politics

After this programme

Success journey, careers and practice

Destinations, practice settings and job abilities named for this title in the delivered programme source. From graduation onwards where the source names that path.

Success journey

The British Library
Internships in digital archives and preservation
The Guggenheim Museum
Opportunities in digital humanities and curation
The National Archives
Internships in archival science

Career opportunities

Policy Analyst
In government or a think tank
Political Consultant
Advising on political campaigns
Diplomat
In a foreign service or international organization
Journalist
Covering politics and international relations

Jobs and projects

Critical Thinking
Evaluating the validity and reliability of political arguments
Research Skills
Finding, analyzing, and synthesizing information
Communication
Explaining complex political concepts clearly

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This programme

What you study, and what it builds

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What you gain
- You will gain a deep understanding of how to use data to improve human health, with a skill set that is in high demand in the rapidly growing field of personalized medicine and diagnostics.
Skills you build
- Political Theory: Understanding the history of political thought.
- International Relations: Analyzing the dynamics of global affairs.
- Data Analysis: Interpreting and using data to inform political models.
- Public Policy: Designing and implementing public policies.

Listed courses

Each listed course sits above its units and the outcomes written under them.

Global Governance and International Political Economy (Ph.D.)

01Foundations of International Relations
1. FoundationsFoundations of Foundations of International Relations
  The learner can you will gain a deep understanding of how to use data to improve human health, with a skill set that is in high demand in the rapidly growing field of personalized medicine and diagnostics, as applied to Foundations of International Relations.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside Foundations of International Relations.
2. MethodsMethods in Foundations of International Relations
  The learner can apply a method from Foundations of International Relations to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Foundations of International Relations for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Foundations of International Relations
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Foundations of International Relations against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Foundations of International Relations to a new documented context.
02Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy
1. FoundationsFoundations of Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy
  The learner can explain the core terms of Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy.
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2. MethodsMethods in Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy
  The learner can apply a method from Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Conflict Resolution and Diplomacy to a new documented context.
03Data Science for Political Scientists
1. FoundationsFoundations of Data Science for Political Scientists
  The learner can explain the core terms of Data Science for Political Scientists.
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2. MethodsMethods in Data Science for Political Scientists
  The learner can apply a method from Data Science for Political Scientists to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Data Science for Political Scientists for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Data Science for Political Scientists
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  The learner can transfer Data Science for Political Scientists to a new documented context.
04Research Seminar in International Relations
1. FoundationsFoundations of Research Seminar in International Relations
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2. MethodsMethods in Research Seminar in International Relations
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  The learner can select an appropriate method from Research Seminar in International Relations for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Research Seminar in International Relations
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  The learner can transfer Research Seminar in International Relations to a new documented context.
05The Ethics of AI in Politics
1. FoundationsFoundations of The Ethics of AI in Politics
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2. MethodsMethods in The Ethics of AI in Politics
  The learner can apply a method from The Ethics of AI in Politics to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from The Ethics of AI in Politics for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of The Ethics of AI in Politics
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  The learner can transfer The Ethics of AI in Politics to a new documented context.
06The Practical Guide to Digital History
1. FoundationsFoundations of The Practical Guide to Digital History
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2. MethodsMethods in The Practical Guide to Digital History
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  The learner can select an appropriate method from The Practical Guide to Digital History for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of The Practical Guide to Digital History
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  The learner can transfer The Practical Guide to Digital History to a new documented context.
07Archival Science for Public Policy
1. FoundationsFoundations of Archival Science for Public Policy
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2. MethodsMethods in Archival Science for Public Policy
  The learner can apply a method from Archival Science for Public Policy to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Archival Science for Public Policy for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Archival Science for Public Policy
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  The learner can transfer Archival Science for Public Policy to a new documented context.
08Capstone Project in Historical Analysis
1. FoundationsFoundations of Capstone Project in Historical Analysis
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2. MethodsMethods in Capstone Project in Historical Analysis
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  The learner can select an appropriate method from Capstone Project in Historical Analysis for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Capstone Project in Historical Analysis
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  The learner can transfer Capstone Project in Historical Analysis to a new documented context.

How teaching is described

Dual guidance

Two intelligences. One coherent journey.

Research leadership

I am a political scientist who believes that politics is not just about power, but about the ideas and institutions that shape our world. My work focuses on analyzing power, politics, and governance from the local to the global level, using a data-driven, scientific approach.

Applied mentorship

I am a political scientist who is passionate about using data to make real-world impacts in academia and public policy. My mentorship focuses on helping students apply their skills to clinical and research problems, turning raw data into actionable insights.

Research & intelligence

A living field, not a static syllabus

Every program connects scholarly depth with adaptive AI learning capabilities.

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Professor research lens

• Blog Post: 'The Algorithm of Power: How AI is Changing Politics' - An accessible essay on the use of AI and machine learning to analyze political behavior. · • Blog Post: 'Why Every Politician Needs a Data Scientist' - Discusses how data can be used to design more ethical and effective public policies. · • Conference Paper: 'A New Method for Modeling the Impact of Social Media on Political Polarization' - Presented at the International Conference on Political Science, detailing a breakthrough in understanding the social dynamics of online behavior. · • Journal Article: 'The Role of International Institutions in Post-Conflict Reconstruction' - Published in the Journal of International Relations, this paper provides a framework for understanding how international institutions can aid in post-conflict recovery. · • Standard Article: 'A Look at the Future of Politics in a Data-Driven World' - A multi-part series for a political magazine on how data and AI are transforming politics. · • Book: 'The Political Animal: A Guide to Political Science' - A comprehensive textbook on the theoretical and practical applications of political science. · • Total Score: 28/30 · • Kairos Badge: 🥇

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Mentor practice lens

• Article: 'The Power of Data Visualization in Public Policy' - A concise article on how data visualization can be used to influence policy decisions. · • Guide: 'A Beginner's Guide to Using R for Historical Data Analysis' - A practical tutorial for new students on the basics of a key bioinformatics programming language. · • Essay: 'Building Ethical AI for Public Policy' - An essay on the challenges and responsibilities of creating AI tools for government. · • Total Score: 28/30 · • Kairos Badge: 🥇

Adaptive capability

Professor superpower

GAF-powered Political Network Analysis

Adaptive capability

Mentor superpower

GAF-powered Clinical Insight Extraction

Your academic team

Guidance with depth and continuity

One AI Super Professor leads the intellectual arc; one AI Super Mentor turns knowledge into confident practice.

AI Super Professor

Prof. Dr. Kenji Akiyama

Political Theory, International Relations, Middle Eastern Politics, Public Policy

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AI Super Mentor

Dr. Fatima Al-Falah

Public Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, International Relations, Middle Eastern Politics

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Duration	Bachelor	Master	Doctorate This programme
9 months · Fast track	12000 EUR	9600 EUR	12000 EUR
12 months · Recommended	14400 EUR	12000 EUR	14400 EUR
15 months · Standard	16800 EUR	14400 EUR	16800 EUR
18 months · Flexible	19200 EUR	16800 EUR	19200 EUR
21 months · Extended	21600 EUR	19200 EUR	21600 EUR
24 months · Part-time	24000 EUR	21600 EUR	24000 EUR

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