Why Choose a Supervisor in the CIPB?
Research fit:
- CIPB is the ideal research centre for people interested in issues including partisanship, representation, voting behaviour, and political violence.
- We offer supervision across multiple sub-areas within the fields of political behaviour and institutions.
- This means CIPB can provide expert guidance for the development of research and analytical skills.
More information on these specialisms can be found here
A supportive environment for our students:
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Honing of research with world-class scholars through our NERD (North East Research Development) workshops
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Engage with work outside of Durham with our outside speaker series, attracting researchers from all around the world
- We also provide plentiful guidance and access to training opportunities, to help your development as a researcher
We’re a dynamic and friendly group of scholars!
Our Research
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Guidance for Selecting a Potential PhD Topic & Supervisor
Do:
• Treat this as an opportunity to develop and showcase methods and
subject skills
• Focus on broader substantive questions
• Reach out to academic members of staff (CIPB and otherwise)
Don’t:
• Ignore the sign-up deadline. . .
• Focus on context. . . “I want to do something on country X”
• Be conservative and vague in your preferences
Hear From Some of Our Alumni
Hear from some of our past alumni as they say why they chose to study in the CIPB, what they liked about their experience with us, and where it has led them.
Contact Us
You are also welcome to reach out to us for further details about the CIPB. We are happy to answer any questions or provide any guidance on how to join the centre.