Undertaking a research degree allows you the freedom to study a topic of interest in-depth, with the help of two academic supervisors. The school's vibrant international environment provides an ideal home for research.
Students are encouraged to play an active role in the school's research centres and institutes as well as the activities of the school as a whole.
Our research students are offered excellent facilities and support, including:
A weekly Research Student Colloquium runs during term-time, and serves to bring the research student community together on a regular basis. Organised by students and facilitated by the Director of Postgraduate Research, it acts as a supportive form for presenting work in progress and advancing research.
Research degree opportunities View our course pages on the University prospectus: Politics PhD Politics MRes International Relations PhD Social Science Research Methodology PhD
View our course pages on the University prospectus:
The Graduate School supports postgraduates by facilitating best practice and offering a comprehensive programme of services including training and development opportunities, events, small-scale research funding, and dedicated social and study spaces.
Visit the postgraduate prospectus to apply
PhD student Marie Paxton tells us how studying politics and French inspired her to do a PhD.
Download the politics and international relations postgraduate study brochure
You can also download the brochure in Mandarin
Postgraduate students can take advantage of our accommodation guarantee which guarantees you a room in self-catered University-arranged accommodation for your first year, providing you meet our criteria.
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