Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Global Governance and Human Security in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,350
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Prepare to take on intellectual leadership roles as scholars or professionals in NGOs, media outlets, government agencies, policy institutes, and corporate organizations.
UMass Boston's PhD in Global Governance & Human Security (GGHS) merges cross-disciplinary learning with practical research to cultivate innovative global solution providers. Concentrate on addressing critical issues affecting people, societies, and countries: economic prosperity and human advancement, environmental conservation, conflict resolution, healthcare access, educational opportunities, civil liberties, and their interconnected nature.
Career Pathways & Competencies
Acquire multidisciplinary expertise in research methodology and employ innovative, integrated strategies to analyze complex global challenges.
This interdisciplinary doctoral program equips future thought leaders with the knowledge to excel as educators, investigators, or professionals across NGOs, media platforms, governmental bodies, research centers, and business enterprises.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Resume cv
Two letters of recommendation
Official transcripts completed Bachelors degree required
Statement of purpose In 1500 words provide a statement of your research and career interests and goals your motivation for pursuing a PhD why you are interested in an interdisciplinary PhD program and members of the faculty with whom you are interested in working
Writing sample A writing sample is required 510 pages of original single authored work
A minimum, cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or international equivalent in all undergraduate work.
At the time of enrollment a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited US institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent International applicants must submit evidence that they have completed the equivalent of a regionally accredited US university-level bachelors degree program.
Official transcripts for all institutions where you have earned more than 6 credits Most transcripts can be requested electronically through the Centralized Application System CAS Original hardcopy transcripts must be sealed in an envelope from the issuing institution.
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
Two letters of recommendation
Official transcripts completed Bachelors degree required
Statement of purpose In 1500 words provide a statement of your research and career interests and goals your motivation for pursuing a PhD why you are interested in an interdisciplinary PhD program and members of the faculty with whom you are interested in working
Writing sample A writing sample is required 510 pages of original single authored work
A minimum, cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or international equivalent in all undergraduate work.
At the time of enrollment a bachelors degree from a regionally accredited US institution of recognized standing or an international equivalent International applicants must submit evidence that they have completed the equivalent of a regionally accredited US university-level bachelors degree program.
Official transcripts for all institutions where you have earned more than 6 credits Most transcripts can be requested electronically through the Centralized Application System CAS Original hardcopy transcripts must be sealed in an envelope from the issuing institution.
PBT - 550, TOEFL IBT - 79, IELTS - 6.0, DuoLingo - 100
Tuition
USD
28,350