PhD in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs Bridging Cultures, Shaping Policy
60
Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week or semester-long courses
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Gain a Deeper Understanding of World Affairs with an Online PhD in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs from Liberty University
With different nations and states having competing visions of how world affairs should be conducted, the present age in which we live is unique. In times like these, our nation needs strong leaders, substantive statesmen, and keen policymakers. If that sounds like you, then you may want to consider pursuing your Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs at Liberty.
With Liberty University’s PhD in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs, you can gain a deeper knowledge of Chinese affairs and the Chinese presence on the world stage. This degree can help prepare you to interact with policy on a new level. If you want to pursue opportunities on Capitol Hill or with the United Nations, a doctorate in public policy – Chinese affairs can help you stand out.
Whether you are new to the field of public policy or are a seasoned veteran, a PhD in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs from Liberty can help you succeed as an expert in the field of public policy.
Why Choose Liberty’s Public Policy PhD?
As you search for online doctoral programs in public policy, we know that quality is important. At Liberty, your public policy courses will be taught by professors who have years of experience in public policy and related fields. In addition, Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), so you can be confident that you’re receiving a world-class education.
At Liberty, we don’t sacrifice flexibility for quality. With courses that are 100% online with no set login times, you can complete your public policy PhD program in Chinese affairs from the comfort of home. And if your job requires you to travel, your studies can go with you!
What Will You Study in Our PhD in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs Degree?
As you pursue your PhD in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs, you will study a variety of topics including the political economy of China, competing views of statesmanship, and Chinese strategy. In addition, you will study the nuances that come with public policy, including methods of analyzing data as well as how to conduct policy research.
Through a rigorous study of federalism and intergovernmental relations, natural law, the Founding Era, and the Constitution, you can prepare to not only be an expert in public policy, but also a voice of change. By learning how to interact with countries like China that have different schools of thought from the West, you can prepare to craft policy that positively impacts generations to come.
Potential Career Opportunities
Upon completion of your PhD in Public Policy, you can pursue a variety of careers, including:
- Counterterrorism analyst
- Federal agent
- Foreign policy expert
- Government leader
- Intelligence analyst
- Policy consultant
- Policy researcher
- Professor (higher education)
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Degree Information
- This program falls under our Helms School of Government.
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- Within this PhD, you will complete a dissertation with the support of our experienced faculty.
Degree Completion Plan
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Tuition & Aid
Your success is our success, which is why we are committed to providing quality academics at an affordable tuition rate. While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have frozen tuition rates for the majority of our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs for the past 9 years – and counting.
Doctoral Full Time | $595/Credit |
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Doctoral Part Time | $650/Credit |
Eligible current and former military service members and their spouses may qualify for a special rate of $300/credit hour (learn more).
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Admission Information for Our Online PhD in Public Policy – Chinese Affairs Degree
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9596.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system). A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA is required for admission in good standing.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
Preliminary Acceptance
If you are sending in a preliminary transcript for acceptance, you must:
- Be in your final term and planning to start your doctoral degree after the last day of class for your master’s degree.
- Complete a Master’s Self-Certification Form confirming your completion date. You may download the form from the Forms and Downloads page or contact an admissions counselor to submit the form on your behalf.
- Submit an official transcript to confirm that you are in your final term. The preliminary transcript must show that you are within 6 credit hours of completion for a 30-48 credit hour master’s degree or within 9 credit hours of completion for a 49+ credit hour master’s degree.
- Send in an additional, final official transcript with a conferral date on it by the end of your first semester of enrollment in the new doctoral degree.
Transcript Policies
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
Military Tuition Discount
We want to help you find the doctoral degree you want – at a price you’ve earned. As a thank-you for your military service, Liberty University offers eligible current and former service members like you or your spouse multiple pathways to earn a doctoral degree for only $300/credit hour. Find out how you can take advantage of this unique opportunity as you work toward your goal of reaching the pinnacle of your profession – for less.
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