School of Politics and International Studies

Research expertise

Our academic community contributes to research and analysis in the areas of democratic engagement, global development, responsibility to protect, security studies, and political theory.

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Leeds Doctoral Scholarships

Access PhD funding with a Leeds Doctoral Scholarship.

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Fully funded PhD Opportunities

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Studying with us

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Undergraduate degrees

Find your bachelor programme in international development, international relations, or politics and discover our opportunities to expand your horizons with international study and work experience.

Masters degrees

We offer Masters courses in the main areas of global development, international relations and security, and politics for you to further develop your skills and interests.

Research degrees

During your PhD you can experience a supportive, stimulating and challenging research environment alongside academics who share your passion for your subject.

Our research

The ideas that we generate, the research that we create is not just academic; it has real-world policy impact.

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The School brings together a diverse community of academics with different backgrounds and perspectives who work together to address some of the major challenges in contemporary global society.

Our staff are actively involved in shaping policy, advising on issues which can make a difference in the world, providing expert comment to the media and contributing to scholarly debate.