Platform for the Promotion of Postgraduate Programs
PhD in Social Sciences with a specialization in Political Science, Sociology and Public Policy.
Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences, Mexico - FLACSO - Mexico
General Information
Director: Dr. Nelson Arteaga BotelloTitle: Title
Modality: In‑person
Duration: 9 semesters
Registration opens: 6/05/2025
Registration deadline: 27/10/2025
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://postulacion.flacso.edu.mx/
Phone: Tel: (52 55) 3000 0200 ext 216
Academic program
The Doctoral Program in Social Sciences at FLACSO Mexico boasts an internationally renowned faculty. The program is backed by FLACSO Mexico's 49 years of experience in graduate studies and FLACSO's 68-year history in Latin America, making it an internationally recognized regional research and teaching institution. Its curriculum provides an excellent education grounded in cutting-edge social science knowledge, structured around three fundamental pillars: a common core, methodological and research components, and disciplinary components (sociology, political science, and public policy). Throughout the program, relevant discussions on Latin American issues and challenges are emphasized.
WHY CHOOSE THIS DOCTORATE?
The PhD in Social Sciences offers three specializations: sociology, political science, and public policy. The curriculum is designed to allow students to complete their dissertation during the three years of the program.
It is worth noting that over 80% of participants successfully complete their studies. The program includes research stays at leading academic institutions in the United States, Europe, and Latin America.
WHY CHOOSE THIS DOCTORATE?
The PhD in Social Sciences offers three specializations: sociology, political science, and public policy. The curriculum is designed to allow students to complete their dissertation during the three years of the program.
It is worth noting that over 80% of participants successfully complete their studies. The program includes research stays at leading academic institutions in the United States, Europe, and Latin America.
The potential job market for graduates is broad and is located in:
⋆ National and international higher education institutions.
⋆ Public sector, in departments that carry out research tasks.
⋆ International organizations and national and international consultancies.
⋆ Graduates of the Doctorate in Social Science Research with a specialization in Sociology, Political Science and Public Policy will be able to:
⋆ Analyze social and political dynamics and their relationships with economic, cultural, institutional processes, etc., using the relevant theoretical and methodological tools.
⋆ Conceptualize the problems that arise from the interaction between society, political and economic dynamics, social change, and political change.
⋆ Make an original disciplinary and multidisciplinary contribution in the fields of sociology, political science and/or public policy.
⋆ To contribute to solving the social and political problems of the region in a creative and innovative way.
⋆ Possess sufficient skills to perform in research and teaching and assume academic leadership in the institutions in which they are integrated.
⋆ National and international higher education institutions.
⋆ Public sector, in departments that carry out research tasks.
⋆ International organizations and national and international consultancies.
⋆ Graduates of the Doctorate in Social Science Research with a specialization in Sociology, Political Science and Public Policy will be able to:
⋆ Analyze social and political dynamics and their relationships with economic, cultural, institutional processes, etc., using the relevant theoretical and methodological tools.
⋆ Conceptualize the problems that arise from the interaction between society, political and economic dynamics, social change, and political change.
⋆ Make an original disciplinary and multidisciplinary contribution in the fields of sociology, political science and/or public policy.
⋆ To contribute to solving the social and political problems of the region in a creative and innovative way.
⋆ Possess sufficient skills to perform in research and teaching and assume academic leadership in the institutions in which they are integrated.
• Have a master's degree by July 2026 at the latest.
• Submit academic transcript and proof of overall GPA for undergraduate and graduate degrees (minimum 8.0 on a scale of 0 to 10 or its equivalent). Applicants from abroad should review the official equivalency scale at https://www.flacso.edu.mx/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tabla-equivalencias.jpg.
• Fill out and submit the registration application with all the required information and documents, within the deadline set on the application platform.
• Dedicate yourself full-time to your studies. ⋆ Attend at least eighty percent of the classes.
• Obtain the minimum average required by the institution that awarded the scholarship.
• Demonstrate comprehension of English texts before graduation.
A significant portion of the bibliography for all graduate programs is only available in English. FLACSO Mexico offers optional (external) English courses to prepare students to pass this exam. Application platform.
• Have the required availability to dedicate oneself full-time to pursuing the Doctorate during the three years that this study program lasts.
• Submit and pass the CENEVAL (EXANI III) and knowledge exams on the scheduled date, and meet the other selection criteria.
• Present a research project belonging to the research lines of FLACSO Mexico
• Submit academic transcript and proof of overall GPA for undergraduate and graduate degrees (minimum 8.0 on a scale of 0 to 10 or its equivalent). Applicants from abroad should review the official equivalency scale at https://www.flacso.edu.mx/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/tabla-equivalencias.jpg.
• Fill out and submit the registration application with all the required information and documents, within the deadline set on the application platform.
• Dedicate yourself full-time to your studies. ⋆ Attend at least eighty percent of the classes.
• Obtain the minimum average required by the institution that awarded the scholarship.
• Demonstrate comprehension of English texts before graduation.
A significant portion of the bibliography for all graduate programs is only available in English. FLACSO Mexico offers optional (external) English courses to prepare students to pass this exam. Application platform.
• Have the required availability to dedicate oneself full-time to pursuing the Doctorate during the three years that this study program lasts.
• Submit and pass the CENEVAL (EXANI III) and knowledge exams on the scheduled date, and meet the other selection criteria.
• Present a research project belonging to the research lines of FLACSO Mexico
Scholarship applications are submitted directly to the awarding institutions. Accepted applicants are responsible for this process.
Secretariat of Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation (SECIHTI):
https://secihti.mx/wp-content/uploads/convocatorias/becas_nacionales/conv_abiertas_becas_nal/1.CBNP2025.pdf
Heinrich Böll Foundation:
https://mx.boell.org/es/2024/11/04/convocatoria-2025
Secretariat of Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation (SECIHTI):
https://secihti.mx/wp-content/uploads/convocatorias/becas_nacionales/conv_abiertas_becas_nal/1.CBNP2025.pdf
Heinrich Böll Foundation:
https://mx.boell.org/es/2024/11/04/convocatoria-2025
