The Doctorate of Political Economy is an extensive study of the political and diplomatic trends of today, requiring the students to have a solid background in the field both academically and professionally. The program consists of political modules that lead to a broad perspective of the international problems from the points of view of the different parties involved. The program targets individuals who wish to excel in this field of ever increasing importance and who wish to obtain an international perspective on their previous education and experience. It is also aimed at individuals wishing to give their career an academic direction, thus entering the fields of applied research, political consulting and lecturing in the field of diplomacy/political science.