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School of Politics and International Relations
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Welcome to the School of Politics and International Relations

"We bring together research, policy-making and public debate to deepen and challenge our understanding of the world around us."

Professor Martin Coward, Head of School

11thin the UK for Politics

(QS University Rankings by Subject 2024)

96%of students in work or further study within 15 months of graduating

(GOS 2023)

7thin the UK for the quality of our research

Research Excellence Framework (2021)

Study

Study politics and international relations from a truly global perspective, and learn from internationally recognised researchers.
Study

Research

Our research informs and enhances national and international policymaking, whilst stimulating informed public and political debate.
Research

About us

We foster and value an interdisciplinarity and collegial approach to our work and teaching, with a keen focus on social justice.
About us
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Mile End Institute

The Mile End Institute is our primary centre for the study and public discussion of the major challenges facing British politics, policymaking, and public life.  
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Undergraduate Open Days

Join us for our next Open Day, and learn more about our Undergraduate courses.

Postgraduate Open Events

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