What is a PhD in Strategy and International Security?
A PhD in Strategy and International Security is a specialized level 8 program, enabling professional in the defence and security sectors, in addition to senio political officers to undertake in-depth and specialized research about the evolution of the global and national security and defence challenges in a changing world. The rapid innovation in this area explains the need for the professionals of policy decision-making to adapt their knowledge and skills and to undertake their research on new challenges related topics.
A key feature of the program is the exchange between students with already an experience in embassies or in a government administration or in an international organization, on one hand, and professors and lecturers motivated to share their knowledge and their experience with them in order to provide them with a strong added value in terms of knowledge and expertise.
This program is taught in English.
What are the reasons to do a PhD in International Security and Strategy?
The program provides the enrolled candidates the opportunity to become top experts in their areas of study, through the three years of courses and guided research, and to seek for leadership and high reputation in their own professional environment.
The program also offers a wide range of knowledge in the areas and disciplines involved in the study of international relations, the changes in strategic doctrines and in the international security related findings, through the courses provided in support of the research process.
Benefits and objectives of the PhD Strategy & International Security
Benefits of the PhD Strategy & International Security
Conferences on the geostrategic balance of forces on a regional scale
Up-to-date knowledge of contemporary defense policies
An overview of the different approaches to international security and the latest revolutions in military affairs
Renowned experts from different backgrounds involved in international organizations
Objectives of the PhD Strategy & Security
To enable students to develop their knowledge of military power relations and defense policies
Master the major global geostrategic balances and the challenges of international cooperation in the field of security
Provide auditors with access to an extensive network of recognized experts
Courses of the PhD Strategy & International Security
This program is taught in English and includes core courses, lectures and workshops.
Fundamentals Course
- Research in international public and humanitarian law
- Inter-state cooperation and international security
- Advanced Strategy and Research Issues
International Policy and Strategy Course
- Security and defense policy management
- International politics and diplomacy
- Geopolitical areas studies
Workshops
- Diplomacy and Strategy Workshop
- Research methodology workshop
The course of the PhD Strategy & International Security
Key elements of the schedule
The PhD program is scheduled on a three years basis
Year 1 is mostly dedicated to courses, lectures and workshops scheduled on 5 intensive weeks (1 week each two months)
Participants are evaluated in each course. In addition, they are evaluated by a final oral exam. Those who pass the first year exams have two years to work on a doctoral thesis under the supervision of a professor appointed by the CEDS.
Years 2 and 3 are mostly dedicated to research with some workshops
The Thesis must be submitted and defended before an academic jury.
Prerequisites for the PhD Strategy & International Security
The candidate must hold a Master 2 or equivalent degree and have at least 4 years of professional experience in the sector.
Access requirements for the PhD Strategy and International Security
To enrol for the PhD program, the candidate must start by filling an application file.
Expected outcomes in terms of skills and opportunities for a PhD Strategy & International Security curriculum
The PhD program in Strategy and International Security enables the practitioners of policy decision-making in the areas of defence and security, the executives in public administrations, the consultants, as well as the students coming from very different backgrounds to become confirmed specialists in their areas of research.
It discloses the multiple facets of strategic and security studies and the diversity of approaches of the contemporary global political landscape for a more efficient practical use of the studies in a decision-making or in satisfying the expectations of public or private entities in the area of security practices. The PhD thesis offers the opportunity to specialize in a specific area of study the graduate can use as a solid asset in the professional life.
The program provides an added value for:
· Those working in the defence and security departments of their respective diplomatic representations to be invested with more valued missions.
· The executive officers, advisors and contractors within the international organizations.
· The persons engaged in the development and the implementation of defence and security policies.
· Those involved in strategic research think tanks and groups.
Tuition fees for the PhD Strategy & International Security for Fall 2024
| By Year | School Fees (National candidate/International candidate) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 9 500€ |
| Year 2 | 1975€/2220€ |
| Year 3 | 1975€/2220€ |
Practical information of the PhD Strategy & International Security
Success rate
The success rate of the PhD in Strategy & International Security is 80% in year 1
Stakeholders
Most of our lecturers are specialized university professors or professional experts
Campus
Classes are held at :
10 Sextius Michel
75015 Paris
France
Accessibility
The premises are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Our programs can be followed in person or by videoconference, at the choice of the listener.
