The Ph.D. in Political Science is aimed at developing a pool of scholars who are able to probe effectively into political questions and issues within their chosen sub-fields. The program places a strong emphasis on research and publication to support the student’s scholarly credentials. Its principal goal is to train scholars as leaders in research, teaching, and propagation of the discipline. Specifically, the program aims at deepening specialized knowledge through research in comparative politics, international relations, political economy, political dynamics, political theory, public policy, and public administration. Full-time students shall observe a minimum residency period of at least three years, within which they have completed the course work, dissertation as well as publication/dissemination requirements of the program.