Course Summary
The Clinton Institute was originally established as a centre for American Studies and we have run teaching and research programmes in this interdisciplinary field as well as public events on contemporary American topics.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Applicants to the PhD programme must have completed and earned a minimum of a 2.1 grade (GPA: 3.6) in a taught Masters (MA, MSc, MLitt, etc.) programme in a suitable field and articulate a research interest that fits with the expertise of the Clinton Institute’s faculty. If you are interested in exploring your research plans further with a member of staff, please contact that individual by email.
Application Details
Z135 American Studies Doctor of Philosophy Full-Time Commencing January 2026 Graduate Research
Z136 American Studies Doctor of Philosophy Part-Time Commencing January 2026 Graduate Research
Z135 American Studies Doctor of Philosophy Full-Time Commencing May 2026 Graduate Research
Z135 American Studies Doctor of Philosophy Full-Time Commencing September 2026 Graduate Research
Z136 American Studies Doctor of Philosophy Part-Time Commencing September 2026 Graduate Research
Fees
PhD American Studies (Z135) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 7130
Non EU fee per year - € 13730
PhD American Studies (Z136) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 4710
Non EU fee per year - € 9200
***Fees are subject to change
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Social
The Social person's interests focus on interacting with the people in their environment. In all cases, the Social person enjoys the personal contact with other people in preference to the impersonal dealings with things, data and ideas found in other groups.
Many will seek out positions where there is direct contact with the public in some advisory role, whether a receptionist or a counsellor. Social people are motivated by an interest in different types of people and like diversity in their work environments. Many are drawn towards careers in the caring professions and social welfare area, whilst others prefer teaching and other 'informing' roles.