DoctorateFaculty of Social Sciences & Humanities

Social and Political Philosophy (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 Philosophy, Critical Theory, Ideology, Poststructuralism

Practical focus

Political Theory, Public Policy Analysis, Ethical Consulting, Social Impact

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 World Bank
Internships in development and public policy
The Financial Times
Opportunities in economic journalism
The United Nations
Internships in international relations and governance

Career opportunities

Research Scientist
In a university, government lab, or private research firm
AI/ML Specialist
In a tech or finance company
Cryptographer
Designing and analyzing secure communication systems
Senior Data Scientist
In a variety of industries

Jobs and projects

Critical Thinking
Evaluating information and arguments with a high degree of skepticism and rigor
Logical Communication
Expressing complex ideas clearly and concisely
Data Analysis
Interpreting and drawing conclusions from numerical data
Adaptability
Applying mathematical principles to new and unfamiliar domains

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This programme

What you study, and what it builds

Gains and skills named for this title, listed as a reader would scan them.

What you gain
- Students will learn how to transition from academic learning to practical application seamlessly, with a mentor who can provide real-world context and guidance for every concept.
Skills you build
- Abstract Reasoning: The ability to work with abstract concepts and formal systems.
- Proof-Based Thinking: Mastery of constructing rigorous mathematical proofs.
- Computational Mathematics: Proficiency in using software for mathematical modeling and analysis.
- Problem Decomposition: Breaking down complex problems into manageable logical steps.

Listed courses

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

Social and Political Philosophy (Ph.D.)

01Foundations of Political Philosophy
1. FoundationsFoundations of Foundations of Political Philosophy
  The learner can students will learn how to transition from academic learning to practical application seamlessly, with a mentor who can provide real-world context and guidance for every concept, as applied to Foundations of Political Philosophy.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside Foundations of Political Philosophy.
2. MethodsMethods in Foundations of Political Philosophy
  The learner can proof-Based Thinking: Mastery of constructing rigorous mathematical proofs, as applied to Foundations of Political Philosophy.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Foundations of Political Philosophy for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Foundations of Political Philosophy
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Foundations of Political Philosophy against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Foundations of Political Philosophy to a new documented context.
02Advanced Critical Theory
1. FoundationsFoundations of Advanced Critical Theory
  The learner can explain the core terms of Advanced Critical Theory.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside Advanced Critical Theory.
2. MethodsMethods in Advanced Critical Theory
  The learner can apply a method from Advanced Critical Theory to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Advanced Critical Theory for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Advanced Critical Theory
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Advanced Critical Theory against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Advanced Critical Theory to a new documented context.
03Theories of Justice and Ideology
1. FoundationsFoundations of Theories of Justice and Ideology
  The learner can explain the core terms of Theories of Justice and Ideology.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside Theories of Justice and Ideology.
2. MethodsMethods in Theories of Justice and Ideology
  The learner can apply a method from Theories of Justice and Ideology to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Theories of Justice and Ideology for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Theories of Justice and Ideology
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Theories of Justice and Ideology against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Theories of Justice and Ideology to a new documented context.
04Research Seminar in Political Philosophy
1. FoundationsFoundations of Research Seminar in Political Philosophy
  The learner can explain the core terms of Research Seminar in Political Philosophy.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside Research Seminar in Political Philosophy.
2. MethodsMethods in Research Seminar in Political Philosophy
  The learner can apply a method from Research Seminar in Political Philosophy to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Research Seminar in Political Philosophy for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Research Seminar in Political Philosophy
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Research Seminar in Political Philosophy against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Research Seminar in Political Philosophy to a new documented context.
05The Ethics of AI in Politics
1. FoundationsFoundations of The Ethics of AI in Politics
  The learner can explain the core terms of The Ethics of AI in Politics.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside The Ethics of AI in Politics.
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
  The learner can evaluate a practice of The Ethics of AI in Politics against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer The Ethics of AI in Politics to a new documented context.
06The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions
1. FoundationsFoundations of The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions
  The learner can explain the core terms of The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions.
2. MethodsMethods in The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions
  The learner can apply a method from The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions
  The learner can evaluate a practice of The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer The Mentor's Toolkit: Problem-Solving Sessions to a new documented context.
07From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap
1. FoundationsFoundations of From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap
  The learner can explain the core terms of From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap.
2. MethodsMethods in From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap
  The learner can apply a method from From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap
  The learner can evaluate a practice of From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer From Theory to Code: Bridging the Gap to a new documented context.
08Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics
1. FoundationsFoundations of Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics
  The learner can explain the core terms of Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics.
  The learner can distinguish related ideas inside Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics.
2. MethodsMethods in Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics
  The learner can apply a method from Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics to a documented case.
  The learner can select an appropriate method from Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics for a stated problem.
3. ApplicationApplication of Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics
  The learner can evaluate a practice of Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics against a stated criterion.
  The learner can transfer Career Pathways in Applied Mathematics to a new documented context.

How teaching is described

Dual guidance

Two intelligences. One coherent journey.

Research leadership

I am a political philosopher who believes that the most complex systems we will ever study are human cultures. My work focuses on analyzing the foundations of modern society through the combined lenses of philosophy, political science, and economics.

Applied mentorship

As a mentor, I bridge the gap between abstract theory and its tangible application. My expertise lies in helping students translate complex philosophical and economic concepts into practical, problem-solving skills, fostering a mindset of curiosity and innovation.

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 Post-Truth Era: A Philosophical Analysis' - An accessible essay on the a-historical and modern challenges of the post-truth era. · • Blog Post: 'Why Logic is the Bedrock of AI' - Discusses how advanced logical systems are becoming crucial for the next generation of AI and autonomous reasoning. · • Conference Paper: 'A New Method for Proving the Consistency of Axiomatic Systems' - Presented at the International Congress of Logic, Methodology, and Philosophy of Science, detailing a new method for validating logical systems. · • Journal Article: 'Algebraic Semantics for Non-Classical Logics' - Published in the Journal of Symbolic Logic, this paper introduces a new framework for understanding logical systems. · • Standard Article: 'A Look at the Future of Proof Theory in the Digital Age' - A multi-part series for a tech magazine on how AI and formal methods are changing the way we do mathematics. · • Book: 'The Foundations of Modern Logic' - A comprehensive textbook on the theoretical foundations of mathematical logic. · • Total Score: 29/30 · • Kairos Badge: 🥇

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Mentor practice lens

• Article: 'The Ethics of Nudging: A Behavioral Economics Approach' - A short, impactful piece on using behavioral economics to design more ethical public policies. · • Guide: 'How to Build Your First Public Policy Model from Scratch' - A concise, practical guide for beginners on the data-driven foundations of public policy. · • Essay: 'Mentoring in the Age of AI: A Human-Machine Synthesis' - A reflective essay on the evolving role of huma mentors in an AI-integrated academic environment. · • Total Score: 28/30 · • Kairos Badge: 🥇

Adaptive capability

Professor superpower

GAF-powered Axiomatic System Generation

Adaptive capability

Mentor superpower

GAF-powered Intuitive Pattern Recognition

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. Dong Fang

Political Philosophy, Critical Theory, Ideology, Poststructuralism

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AI Super Mentor

Dr. Sofia Castro

Political Theory, Public Policy Analysis, Ethical Consulting, Social Impact

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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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