PhD in Political Science - Models and Politics in Berkeley United States | University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Berkeley | Berkeley United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 27,366
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

In political science, formal models serve as simplified representations of political institutions and decision-making processes, helping to highlight essential logical patterns and causal relationships. Effective modeling demands expertise in technical disciplines like game theory, along with domain-specific knowledge to accurately depict particular scenarios.

Established in 2007 by faculty, the Models & Politics subfield combines rigorous training in formal modeling with cutting-edge political science research. This program caters to students aiming to incorporate formal modeling extensively in their studies of American Politics, Comparative Politics, International Relations, or Political Theory, as well as those pursuing careers as specialized modelers.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

The following minimum requirements apply to all graduate programs and will be verified by the Graduate Division:
A bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution,
A grade point average of B or better (3.0),
If the applicant comes from a country or political entity (e.g., Quebec) where English is not the official language, adequate proficiency in English to do graduate work, as evidenced by a TOEFL score of at least 90 on the iBT test, 570 on the paper-and-pencil test, or an IELTS Band score of at least 7 on a 9-point scale (note that individual programs may set higher levels for any of these), and
Sufficient undergraduate training to do graduate work in the given field. Transcripts: Applicants may upload unofficial transcripts with your application for the departmental initial review. If the applicant is admitted, then official transcripts of all college-level work will be required. Letters of recommendation: Applicants may request online letters of recommendation through the online application system.

Tuition USD 27,366

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