PhD in International Studies, PhD

Applicants for research programmes would normally be expected to a bachelor degree at Upper Second Class level and have graduated or be about to graduate from a Masters degree (at Merit level) in a relevant subject, with an average of over 60% (or its equivalent). English language requirements IELTS: 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all elements) PTE Academics: 71 (minimum 65) TOEFL (IBT): 87 (minimum 20 in Speaking and 19 in all other elements) * Grades/scores are valid for a maximum period of two years prior to the date of registration. Applicants from the following countries or have studied for a degree there (excl. split site degree programmes) are NOT required to submit any further evidence of English language ability: - Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; The Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; Canada; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Jamaica; - New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; United Kingdom; United States of America.