Faculty of Social Sciences & International Relations

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Welcome To Faculty of Social Sciences & International Relations

The Faculty of Social Sciences and International Relations (FSSIR) offers Undergraduate Courses in International Relations, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology. Master’s programs are offered in the same discipline, and Doctoral programs are available in International Relations and Political Science, while programs at this level are also being developed in the other two fields under the Faculty of Social Sciences and International Relations jurisdiction. Master’s degrees require course work and successful defense of a thesis, a project report, or written and oral examinations. PhD programs require a mixture of course work and research culminating in a dissertation.

Programs offered

The Faculty of Social Sciences and International Relations (SSIR) offers Undergraduate Courses in International Relations, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology. Master’s programs are offered in the same discipline, and Doctoral programs are available in International Relations and Political Science, while programs at this level are also being developed in the other two fields under the Faculty of Social Sciences and International Relations jurisdiction. At the undergraduate level, advanced students may earn honors by maintaining a 3.00 GPA and defending their senior projects with a B grade or better. Master’s degrees require course work and successful defense of a thesis, a project report, or written and oral examinations. PhD programs require a mixture of course work and research culminating in a dissertation.

Study Options
International Relations
International relations courses introduce the students to the wider world beyond the borders of Cambodia and examine the forces that shape our world today as well as their impact on this country. This discipline furthermore examines relations between the states of the world and the impact of globalization and economic interdependence on all of us.

Political Science
This major provides students with broader and deeper understanding of political theories and political issues that are happening everyday in our society. Students will be taught to critically think and analyze complex issues in both domestic and world politics. A wide range of courses will be offered to equip students with both knowledge and necessary skills, which will help them to compete for good jobs after they graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.

Sociology
Sociology studies the interaction between various groups in society and also the relationship between these groups and the government. The field of sociology is further concerned with the development of civil society, gender relations, and relations between individuals and various collectivities.

Psychology
Psychology focuses on the development of individual personality traits and the emergence of attitudes and values in individuals. Social psychology examines the way in which individuals interact with others in groups and in the wider society. This field therefore contributes considerably to personal development within wider collectivities.

Career Potentials

With a Bachelor in International Relations, Political Science, Sociology or Psychology, students will have many opportunities to work for a range of both public and private institutions including government agencies, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, private companies and civil society, and this is just to name a few. Most importantly, since our government is now committed to implement many reform initiatives, therefore students enrolling in our faculty will be in high demands.

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Majors & Program

FALH offers programs of study leading to the undergraduate degrees of Associate of Arts (A.A., 60 credits), Bachelor of Arts (B.A., 129 credits), and the graduate degrees of Master of Arts (M.A., 45 credits) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD, 57 credits).

Undergraduate programs provide general knowledge, skills and knowledge in the major field of study, and the 21^st Century skills of communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity demanded by employers. The A.A. degree is designed for students who have graduated from high school and wish to focus on practical, employment skills. Students who complete the A.A. may apply the 60 credits towards the B.A. degree. Students who have graduated from high school and passed the National Exam, or equivalent, may enter the B.A. program directly from high school.

Master’s students should possess a bachelor’s degree and excellent academic reading and writing skills. Graduates will possess superior analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills and be well-prepared to advance in their careers. The PhD is a rigorous academic program, requiring a relevant master’s degree to enter. Graduates will have expertise in their area of specialization and be capable of independent research and building the capacity of others.

The following programs are offered:

Undergraduate Program

Undergraduate Program

International Relations

Undergraduate Program

Political Science

Undergraduate Program

Psychology

Undergraduate Program

Sociology

graduate Program

Graduate Program

International Relations: Diplomacy

Graduate Program

International Relations: Peace and Development

Graduate Program

Master of Political Sciences

Graduate Program

Applied Conflict Transformation Studies (ACTS)

Postgraduate Program

PhD International Relations

Postgraduate Program

PhD Political Science

Postgraduate Program

Ph.D Applied Conflict Transformation Studies (ACTS)

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Student Research

Students are warmly welcome to apply to be employed in the PIARD Data Analysis Lab. To qualify, undergraduates must be enrolled, have completed some coursework in basic social statistics and methods, have high grade points and be recommended by advisors or professors. Graduate students may qualify by being enrolled in a PUC master’s or doctorate program, have superior preparation by coursework and experience, and be recommended by advisors or professors. All applicants must show evidence of capability to master professional procedures of scientific interviewing and have good communication skills. Studies conducted by PIARD cover many of the most exciting and relevant topics of contemporary life including culture, public health, education, environment and natural resources, and technology. Some of the benefits of being employed by PIARD are:

- Chance to work on many interesting current-day studies
- Paid training
- Friendly work environment
- Flexible hours
- Periodic raises based on time worked and performance

Contact Us

Address

Paññāsāstra Institute of Academic Research and Development (PIARD)
Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia
No. 89, Street 313 Boeung Kak II, Khan Tuol Kork, Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia

Phone : (855) 99 34 55 67
URL : www.piard.puc.edu.kh