PhD Programmes

Sciences Po PhD Programmes are designed for students who want to pursue a career in teaching or research, as well as roles in international organisations, advisory services, and businesses. The School of Research supports students preparing a doctoral thesis in law, economics, history, political science, or sociology. The programme is structured around these disciplines to guide doctoral candidates as they develop expertise in their chosen topic and field of research.

Doctoral candidates work with thesis supervisors and receive personalised support in Sciences Po research centres. The programme includes professional integration services and focuses on research work, methodology, and thesis preparation. Candidates may also participate in conferences and research stays abroad. The outcomes highlighted include careers in academia and work in public administrations, businesses, consulting firms, international organisations, and think-tanks.

• University professors
• Research roles
• Secondary education and university preparatory classes
• Consultancies
• International organisations
• Businesses
• Public administrations
• Advisory services
• Consulting firms
• Think-tanks