DOCTORAL P R O G R AMM E Comparative Politics
2 Welcome to ICS Marina Costa Lobo The Director The Instituto de Ciências Sociais is an Organic Unit of the Universidade de Lisboa, an R&D Unit of FCT and an Associated Laboratory evaluated as “Excellent” since obtaining status. Here, we carry out Innovative research on contemporary societies, addressing their legacies and facing their challenges. While we promote excellence in research, we also promote dialogue between science and society on topics related to Inclusion and Vulnerabilities, Citizenship, Sustainability, and Memories and Legacies, where our impact is tangible and lasting. We strongly invest in advanced scientific training, carrying out doctoral programmes and postgraduate specialisation and training courses. All teaching is closely linked to the theoretical and methodological approaches developed in ongoing research at ICS-ULisboa, as diverse as the societies we study. We are committed to creating a working and learning environment that is as inclusive as it is dynamic, where all voices are heard and valued. From cutting-edge research to advanced scientific training that shapes lifelong learning for young people and adults, we are committed to contributing positively to society. After all, knowledge only makes a difference when it is rigorous, shared, discussed, and applied. While we look back with pride and gratitude on ICSULisboa's 60-year history, we also have our eyes firmly set on the future. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to shape the future of social sciences and contribute to a more informed, reflective, and connected society.
3 Objectives The PhD in Comparative Politics was created in 2010 and its main objective is to train political scientists of a high academic level, converging the research developed at the ICS with postgraduate education. The ICS is the main Portuguese research institution in this area, so its resources and the expertise of its researchers add value to the PhD programme. The programme provides: • Training in advanced methodological techniques; • Exposure to the most up-to-date international research; • Interaction with cutting edge national and international scholars; • Integration into an international, multi-disciplinary academic network; • Unique access to ample bibliographic resources and research funds to be used in Portugal and abroad; Students will receive training to elaborate a doctoral thesis and develop an academic career. They will be exposed, through the seminars and the participation in international networks, to state of the art research in political science and related fields in social sciences. Throughout the programme, students will be accompanied on their research and will present their works periodically, giving space to the training of individual skills in the preparation of written work and presentation of results. Specialties • Comparative Politics • International Relations
4 Tuition Fees 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th years – 1375 € Grants Students may apply for scholarships offered by FCT or other national or foreign institutions. Grants to support research activities Students enrolled in their thesis at ICS are granted scholarships to support research activities. These scholarships provide financial support for presenting papers at international conferences, short stays at foreign universities and for carrying out field work. Applications • Certificates of Qualifications • CV • Motivation Letter • Two Letters of Recommendation • Master's Thesis • Research Project This programme is lectured in English. Target Audience The following are admitted as applicants: • Holders of a Master's degree or legal equivalent in the fields of History, Philosophy, Geography, European Studies, Law, Political Science, Public Administration, International Relations, Sociology and Communication. • Exceptionally, holders of diplomas or legal equivalents in other relevant fields, or holders of an especially relevant academic or scientific curriculum. The ICS is committed to providing equitable and inclusive conditions for all applicants and is committed to attracting, encouraging and maintaining a diverse and highly qualified community of scholars.
5 Study Plan YEAR CURRICULAR UNITS ECTS 1st YEAR 1st SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar I 5 Research Seminar I 5 Research Project I 5 Methodology / Research Design 5 Workshop in Comparative Politics I 5 Workshop in International Relations I 5 1st YEAR 2nd SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar II 5 Research Seminar II 5 Research Project II 10 Workshop in Comparative Politics II 5 Workshop in International Relations II 5 2nd YEAR 1st SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar III 3 Research Seminar III 5 Dissertation I 22 2nd YEAR 2nd SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar IV 3 Research Seminar IV 5 Dissertation II 22 3rd YEAR 1st SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar V 3 Research Seminar V 5 Dissertation III 22 3rd YEAR 2nd SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar VI 3 Research Seminar VI 5 Dissertation IV 22 4th YEAR 1st SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar VII 3 Research Seminar VII 5 Dissertation V 22 4th YEAR 2nd SEMESTER Postgraduate Studies Seminar VIII 3 Research Seminar VIII 5 Dissertation VI 22
6 Scientific Committee Luís de Sousa (coordinator) Edalina Sanches Lea Heyne Susana Salgado Other Faculty of the Programme Faculty Ana Filipa Madeira Andrés Malamud Antonino Castaldo António Costa Pinto Felippe Clemente José Pedro Zúquete Luca Manucci Marcelo Camerlo Marco Allegra Marina Costa Lobo Pedro Magalhães Raquel Rego Tiago Silva
7 “I attended the ICS between 2014 and 2019 to write my doctoral thesis. The balance of the experience I had at the institute is extremely positive as I was able to gain access to the resources I needed and found the academic environment conducive to debates that helped me to develop my work." Carlos Martins “The ICS-ULisboa encourages academic research and collaboration from the beginning of the PhD and students are treated as researchers. This stimulus contributes to students having a consolidated CV and good career prospects by the end of the PhD, both nationally and internationally.” Susana Coroado Testimonials
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