Development Policy

Pursue doctoral research in development policy. The programme combines initial required courses with supervised research and dissertation assessment. A research topic and demonstrated research potential form part of the stated selection expectations.

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Course details

Qualification

Ph.D.

Teaching provider

KDI School of Public Policy and Management

Study mode

Full-time

Duration

Minimum 3 years

Entry requirements

For the closed Spring 2027 international round: A recognised bachelor’s degree representing at least three years of study and a master’s degree, or the stated legally recognised equivalents, are required. Unless the guide’s specified nationality or degree-country exemption applies, provide an English test taken within two years of the application deadline: TOEFL iBT 72 (4 for tests from 21 January 2026), IELTS 6.0, OPIc IM3, TEPS 286 or Duolingo 100. A Medium of Instruction certificate is not accepted as a substitute. Submit the online application, statement of purpose, academic records and two independent online recommendations. Confirm the exact certificate timing, expected-graduate exceptions and document authentication requirements with admissions. A dissertation research proposal using the official template is required; the English writing sample and GRE are listed as optional.

Intake

Spring 2027 international applications closed on 14 August 2026 at 18:00 KST. This round is closed to new applications. Admitted students must ensure the required physical documents arrive by 27 November 2026; this is not a new-application extension. Entry is planned for February 2027. Confirm the next advertised round; later dates and places are not established.

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