http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/alumni/news-events/index.aspx?NewsListingOrig_SyndicationType=1 Contensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.uk http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/research/collaboration/index.aspx The College of Social Sciences is proud of its extensive links with universities and other strategic partners throughout the world. Through our network of global partnerships, we engage in a wide range of activities including staff and student exchange and collaboration in research and teaching. Wed, 22 May 2013 07:05:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/research/collaboration/index.aspx govsoc Research News alumninews studentnews alumni research student exchange Partner Universities teaching Ambassadors consultancy international collaboration Interactive map Social Sciences Government and Society University of Birmingham http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/idd/jose-van-oosten-msc-idd.aspx I chose to study at Birmingham because for me it offered a great balance between being at the heart of a dynamic city, having a really large campus, a really large university with lots of activities, the politics department which I'm involved in is in the top ten of the country and of course, Birmingham is in the top three of the British University sports rankings, which is a big seller for me. Tue, 21 May 2013 16:15:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/idd/jose-van-oosten-msc-idd.aspx govsoc studentnews alumninews idd international development department http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2013/05/bbc-radio-three-new-generation-thinker.aspx After a nationwide search, BBC Radio 3 and the Arts & Humanities Research Council (AHRC) have today unveiled the ten academics that have been named New Generation Thinkers 2013. The list includes Dr Rebecca Steinfeld, Visiting Lecturer and Teaching Fellow with the Department of Political Science and International Studies (POLSIS) at the University of Birmingham. Tue, 21 May 2013 11:13:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2013/05/bbc-radio-three-new-generation-thinker.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/courses/postgraduate/taught/govsoc/modules/global-cooperation-in-practice.aspx This exciting taught module is offered as part of our new Global Cooperation and Security MSc. Taught by Professor Mark Webber Global Cooperation in Practice examines how academic debates on cooperation and policy-making stand up against the actual experience of implementation. Tue, 21 May 2013 09:55:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/courses/postgraduate/taught/govsoc/modules/global-cooperation-in-practice.aspx govsoc studentnews alumninews Global Cooperation and Security videos and podcasts professor mark webber http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/courses/postgraduate/taught/govsoc/modules/theories-of-global-cooperation.aspx This exciting taught module is offered as part of our new Global Cooperation and Security MSc. Taught by Professor Nicholas Wheeler this module provides advanced theoretical training in how to think about the challenges of building security in an uncertain world characterised by multi-level interactions and unprecedented levels of global interconnectedness. Tue, 21 May 2013 09:15:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/courses/postgraduate/taught/govsoc/modules/theories-of-global-cooperation.aspx govsoc studentnews alumninews Global Cooperation and Security Professor Nicholas Wheeler videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/courses/postgraduate/taught/govsoc/global-cooperation-security.aspx This exciting degree programme is offered exclusively through the Institute for Conflict, Cooperation and Security (ICCS), comprised of a number of leading scholars in the field of security who regularly produce cutting edge, internationally renowned research. Tue, 21 May 2013 08:54:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/students/courses/postgraduate/taught/govsoc/global-cooperation-security.aspx Global Cooperation and Security MSc ICCS Institute for Conflict Cooperation and Security Theories of Global Cooperation Global Cooperation in Practice Transforming Conflict in Global Politics masters Postgraduate international conflict transformation govsoc studentnews alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/04/mo-ibrahim-foundation-msc-scholarship.aspx The International Development Department is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to undertake the MSc in Governance and State-building, followed by a six-month internship at IDD and six months with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in London with a full scholarship. Applicants must have the equivalent of a first class UK bachelors degree and be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa. Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:57:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/04/mo-ibrahim-foundation-msc-scholarship.aspx govsoc studentnews alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/Calculation-and-Miscalculation-on-the-Korean-Peninsula.aspx While it is sometimes tempting to see the regime of Kim Jong-eun as superficially comical, with its extravagant uniforms, dynastic worship and wild rhetoric, it is also important not to underestimate the serious risk of miscalculation and military escalation inherent within the current crisis. While there are many aspects of the present situation that are familiar to observers of the hermit state, there are also enough differences to give concern that this manufactured crisis could end differently. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:16:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/Calculation-and-Miscalculation-on-the-Korean-Peninsula.aspx govsoc researchnews alumninews Dr David Dunn POLSIS Department of Political Science and International Studies birmingham brief http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2013/04/inlogov-informs-issue-6.aspx Research, Advice and support, Executive development and Postgraduate programme news from the Institute of Local Government Studies, University of Birmingham. Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:28:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2013/04/inlogov-informs-issue-6.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/events/2013/brazil-workshop-accounting-accountability-service-delivery.aspx From 15-19 April, the University of São Paulo (Ribeirao Preto campus) and the University of Birmingham are collaborating in a one week workshop which considers the development of new approaches to public accountability and accounting in service delivery. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:58:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/events/2013/brazil-workshop-accounting-accountability-service-delivery.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/alumni/askanalum.aspx To give you an idea of what it's like to study in the Department of Political Science and International Studies we are running two live twitter chats for offer holders over the next two weeks. These chats will give you the opportunity to ask three of our most recent graduates about their experiences in the department and university life in general. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:01:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/alumni/askanalum.aspx studentnews alumninews govsoc POLSIS Department of Political Science and International Studies twitter http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/thatcher-peter-kerr.aspx The debate over Mrs Thatcher's legacy is one of the most important political debates of our time. At stake is not simply an evaluation of recent history; it is as much about the current and future direction of Britain as it is about the past. Birmingham perspective by Dr Peter Kerr. Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:34:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/thatcher-peter-kerr.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/mulherin-riona.aspx Studying International Relations with Political Science gives a brilliant insight into how the world works; it shows you how politics, history, geography, economics, ethics and law are all interconnected at an international level, and the course allows you to look in close detail at all of these topics. I personally really enjoyed modules relating to economics and international development, and the great thing about this course is that you are encouraged to follow these interests. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:06:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/mulherin-riona.aspx Department of Political Science and International Studies International Relations with Political Science alumni BA alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/finch-sean.aspx I would advise those looking to study in POLSIS to make the most of the broadness of the subject as it gives you so many options and avenues to pursue your interests. Make the most of the specialisms of staff members and don't be apprehensive about asking them for help. The department is really supportive and can help you achieve your degree goal. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:06:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/finch-sean.aspx Department of Political Science and International Studies International Relations with Political Science alumni BA alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/gray-nancy.aspx To those looking to study Political Science, I would definitely recommend attending all the different career events held by both the department and the Politics Society; they are worth heading along to. Also, read the emails circulated, it is how I found this internship! Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:06:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/gray-nancy.aspx Department of Political Science and International Studies International Relations with Political Science alumni BA alumninews Political Science politics http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/kyaw-pyone.aspx Pyone Kyaw describes her experience of studying an MSc in Development Management at the International Development Department, University of Birmingham during her recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:30:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/kyaw-pyone.aspx alumninews studentnews idd international development department videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/maria-anna-belka.aspx Maria Anna Belka describes her experience of studying an MSc in Development Management at the International Development Department, University of Birmingham during her recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:30:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/maria-anna-belka.aspx alumninews studentnews idd international development department videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/woods-chris.aspx Chris Woods describes her experience of studying an MSc in Development Management at the International Development Department, University of Birmingham during her recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:30:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/woods-chris.aspx alumninews studentnews idd international development department videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/reid-andrew.aspx Andrew Reid describes his experience of studying an MA Social and Political Theory at the Department of Political Science and International Studies, University of Birmingham during his recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:54:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/reid-andrew.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/fredrikson-erik.aspx Erik Fredrikson describes his experience of studying an MA International Relations (Terrorism and Political Violence) at the Department of Political Science and International Studies, University of Birmingham during his recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:54:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/fredrikson-erik.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/ingrid-daude-van-troastwÿk.aspx Ingrid Daude van Troastwÿk describes her experience of studying an MA in Politics and Religion at the Department of Political Science and International Studies, University of Birmingham during her recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 13:54:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/ingrid-daude-van-troastwÿk.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/algeo-leisl.aspx Leisl Algeo describes her experience of studying an MSc Poverty, Inequality and Development by distance learning at the International Development Department, University of Birmingham during her recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:10:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/algeo-leisl.aspx alumninews studentnews idd international development department distance learning videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/townsend-anna.aspx Anna Townsend describes her experience of studying an MSc Poverty, Inequality and Development by distance learning at the International Development Department, University of Birmingham during her recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:10:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/townsend-anna.aspx alumninews studentnews idd international development department distance learning videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/gething-anthony.aspx Anthony Gething describes his experience of studying an MSc Public Administration and Development by distance learning at the International Development Department, University of Birmingham during his recent graduation. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 12:10:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/gething-anthony.aspx alumninews studentnews idd international development department distance learning videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/libya-two-years-on.aspx Professor Paul Jackson's perspective piece, reflecting on Libya two years after the NATO's military intervention in the country. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:52:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/libya-two-years-on.aspx libya security UN NATO resolution idd international development department Professor Paul Jackson africa perspective govsoc alumninews researchnews military intervention African politics http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/stefan-wolff-libya-perspective.aspx Professor Stefan Wolff's perspective piece, reflecting on Libya two years after the NATO's military intervention in the country. Mon, 18 Mar 2013 09:52:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/stefan-wolff-libya-perspective.aspx libya security UN NATO resolution africa perspective govsoc alumninews researchnews military intervention Professor Stefan Wolff Department of Political Science and International Studies POLSIS International conflict http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2013/03/dsa-conference-2013.aspx IDD is pleased to announce that the 2013 conference of the Development Studies Association will be held at the University of Birmingham on 16th November. Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:34:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2013/03/dsa-conference-2013.aspx govsoc alumninews researchnews studentnews idd international development department DSA Development Studies Association anniversary conference https://www.intranet.birmingham.ac.uk/social-sciences/schools/government-society/events/public/2013/03/annual-postgraduate-colloquium.aspx This event is a brilliant opportunity for staff and students to find out what the School's PhD students are working on, as well as an opportunity for all our PhD students and staff to get together and discuss on-going research. Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:04:00 GMT https://www.intranet.birmingham.ac.uk/social-sciences/schools/government-society/events/public/2013/03/annual-postgraduate-colloquium.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/news/2013/03/iveta-radicova.aspx Former Prime Minister of the Slovak Republic, Iveta Radicova, delivered a lecture, "The EU Crisis What Next" as part of the Centre for Russian and East European Studies (CREES)'s 50th Anniversary Seminar Series and was held in conjunction with the Graduate Centre for Europe, the European Research Institute and the School of Government and Society. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 20:16:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/news/2013/03/iveta-radicova.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27FebBirmingham-and-Yale-to-establish-global-justice-programme-in-India.aspx The University of Birmingham is joining forces with Yale to support the development of a pioneering global justice programme at the University of Delhi. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:14:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27FebBirmingham-and-Yale-to-establish-global-justice-programme-in-India.aspx govsoc researchnews studentnews alumninews global justice Government and Society http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/events/visit-open-day.aspx Our Undergraduate Open Days offer you the perfect opportunity to hear first-hand from our current undergraduates and teaching staff about living and learning at Birmingham. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:45:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/events/visit-open-day.aspx govsoc studentnews alumninews undergraduate open days http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/50-anniversary/profiles/mike-jackson.aspx To celebrate CREES's 50th anniversary, over the course of the year we will be highlighting 50 faces of distingushed individuals who have contributed to CREES's past and present... Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:35:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/50-anniversary/profiles/mike-jackson.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2013/02/john-makumbe.aspx Professor John Makumbe died on 24 January aged 63. Professor Makumbe was a member of the Department of Political and Administrative Studies of the University of Zimbabwe. The University of Birmingham awarded him an honorary doctorate in 2004 on the strength of his brave and principled commitment to truth and integrity in Zimbabwe and in Africa more broadly. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:55:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2013/02/john-makumbe.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/50-anniversary/index.aspx The year of 2013 marks the 50th anniversary of the Centre for Russian and East European Studies (CREES). To celebrate this milestone we are holding a series of special seminars culminating in an annual conference. We will also be highlighting 50 faces of distinguished individuals who contributed to CREES's past and present. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 12:29:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/50-anniversary/index.aspx Students http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspx Students from the UK and around the world will have free access to some of the country's top universities thanks to FutureLearn Ltd, an entirely new company being launched by The Open University (OU). The universities of Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, East Anglia, Exeter, King's College London, Lancaster, Leeds, Southampton, St Andrews and Warwick have all signed up to join FutureLearn. Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:16:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspx University of Birmingham distance learning Online Learning govsoc studentnews alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspx The University of Birmingham's China Institute celebrates its official opening today in the presence of His Excellency Mr Liu Xiaoming, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the UK. Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:08:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/12Dec-University-of-Birmingham-launches-new-China-Institute-.aspx University of Birmingham UK china Social Sciences govsoc researchnews alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/What-should-we-vote-for.aspx Is there an ideal electorate system? As a recent Birmingham Brief demonstrated, we are often faced with a simple binary choice: do we want 'strong government' which can claim an empowering mandate, or do we want a government that represents, however messily, 'the will of the people'? If we want the former, in the UK at least, we have persisted with a first-past-the-post system. From time-to-time, though, we have had a dark night of the soul, wondered at the fairness of governments' claiming a mandate from a minority of voters actually supporting them, and flirted with alternatives. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 11:10:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/What-should-we-vote-for.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/Legal,-Legitimate,-and-Effective-Drone-Warfare-Grand-Illusion-or-Future-Reality.aspx On 14 November, 2012, an Israeli drone strike killed Ahmed Jabari, the head of the military wing of Hamas in Gaza. The sharply escalating violence in the aftermath of this so-called targeted killing, while particularly costly in human life, is part of a seemingly unending violent confrontation in the region: according to a timeline of the conflict, over the past almost four years (since the conclusion of Israel's ground offensive in Gaza) more than 300 Palestinians and 20 Israelis have been killed, while in the past two years, some 800 missiles have been launched from Gaza into southern Israel. Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:18:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/Legal,-Legitimate,-and-Effective-Drone-Warfare-Grand-Illusion-or-Future-Reality.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/Georgias-Parliamentary-Elections-–-Democracy-in-Action.aspx On 01 October 2012 Georgia, a small post-Soviet state on the Black Sea coast with a population of 4.6 million people, conducted its 8th Parliamentary elections since 1990. The pre-election campaign was closely watched by the West and the number of international observers monitoring the elections was allegedly the country's largest-ever. Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:10:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/Georgias-Parliamentary-Elections-–-Democracy-in-Action.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/autumn-statement-2012.aspx Ahead of the government's Autumn Statement on Wednesday December 5, we ask six leading academics what they hope will be included and what the impact might be for everything from business and manufacturing to the high street and personal wealth. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:34:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/perspective/autumn-statement-2012.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/news/2012/11/georgian-ambassador-visits-crees.aspx Highlighting the deep interest in the politics, society and history of the Caucasus at the University of Birmingham and the strong links between the Centre for Russian and East European Studies (CREES) and the diplomatic community, CREES hosted Georgia's Ambassador to the United Kingdom and Ireland Giorgi Badridze on Wednesday 21 November 2012. Thu, 29 Nov 2012 13:51:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/news/2012/11/georgian-ambassador-visits-crees.aspx georgian ambassador CREES centre for russian and east european studies anniversary govsoc studentnews alumninews video videos and podcasts CREES 50th anniversary seminar series http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/events/2013/feeding-renewable-policy.aspx This event coincides with the passage through Parliament of the Energy Bill implementing Electricity Market Reform (EMR) which is concerned with giving priority to a low-carbon electricity strategy. This event will focus on policies needed to underpin a feed-in tariff system for funding renewable energy and also the sort of policy environment that is needed to ensure maximised expansion of renewable energy. Thu, 22 Nov 2012 10:23:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/events/2013/feeding-renewable-policy.aspx researchnews govsoc alumninews studentnews POLSIS Renewable Energy http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/11/brigid-jones.aspx As a councillor in Birmingham I represent Selly Oak which is a very heavily populated student area. About 1 in 3 of the residents there are students so having lived the student lifestyle there as it were, but also lived the settled lifestyle in that area as well, it's sort of given me a good knowledge of both sides of the community and how I can serve them both. Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:33:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/11/brigid-jones.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/11/public-management.aspx We are very keen to hear feedback from you about our Public Management programme. We are very grateful to anyone who is able to provide us with a few minutes of their time to complete a short survey regarding this, to help us capture your ideas and views. Thu, 01 Nov 2012 17:17:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/11/public-management.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/10/university-league-table-rise.aspx The University of Birmingham has been shortlisted as University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2013 and ranked at 13th overall in the UK, a rise of 12 places. Tue, 02 Oct 2012 11:37:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/10/university-league-table-rise.aspx govsoc alumni studentnews alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/alumni/profiles/christophe-laarman.aspx Christophe Laarman describes his experience of studying an MSc in Contemporary Russian and East European Studies at the Centre for Russian and East European Studies, University of Birmingham during his recent graduation. Tue, 28 Aug 2012 12:41:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/russian-east-european-studies/alumni/profiles/christophe-laarman.aspx govsoc alumninews videos and podcasts videos masters contemporary russian and east european studies CREES centre for russian and east european studies studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/idd/sonia-boddie.aspx Sonia Boddie, who is studying a Masters in Public Administration, talks about her experiences at Birmingham and the opportunities she has has whilst studying for her Masters. Fri, 24 Aug 2012 10:06:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/idd/sonia-boddie.aspx govsoc studentnews alumninews videos and podcasts international development department Local Government Studies local government http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/polsis/crilley-rhys.aspx Rhys Crilley talks about his choice to continue his studies at Birmingham after completing his Undergraduate study here and how the future looks for him in Postgraduate study. Thu, 23 Aug 2012 17:37:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/teaching/student-profiles/postgraduate/polsis/crilley-rhys.aspx govsoc studentnews alumninews videos and podcasts international relations terrorism and political violence http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/alumni/profiles/tonkiss-katherine.aspx Katherine Tonkiss describes her experience of studying a PhD in the Institute of Local Government Studies during her recent graduation. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 13:14:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/alumni/profiles/tonkiss-katherine.aspx INLOGOV phd local government studies govsoc alumninews studentnews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/alumni/profiles/nicholds-alyson.aspx Alyson Nicholds describes her experience of studying a PhD in the Institute of Local Government Studies during her recent graduation. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 13:13:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/alumni/profiles/nicholds-alyson.aspx govsoc alumninews studentnews videos and podcasts Local Government Studies postgraduate course phd http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/alumni/profiles/kueh-claire.aspx Claire Kueh describes her experience of studying a MSc in Public Management at the Institute of Local Government Studies, University of Birmingham during her recent graduation. Thu, 09 Aug 2012 12:58:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/alumni/profiles/kueh-claire.aspx govsoc alumninews studentnews videos and podcasts Local Government Studies public management http://www.download.bham.ac.uk/govsoc/polsis/alumni-newsletter-summer2012/1.html Welcome to the third annual edition of the POLSIS Alumni Newsletter. Like every year, we have a lot of exciting developments in the department. We have new colleagues, new students, new research avenues, interesting guest speakers and a variety of activities to enhance teaching, learning, and the experience of our students. Wed, 04 Jul 2012 10:05:00 GMT http://www.download.bham.ac.uk/govsoc/polsis/alumni-newsletter-summer2012/1.html alumninews studentnews govsoc POLSIS alumni newsletter http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/alumni/profiles/sippi-azarbaijani-moghaddam.aspx Sippi has worked for many years as a consultant and country expert on Afghanistan and neighbouring countries. From informing the military and UK Ministry of Defence to defending Afghan women's rights both before and during the reign of the Taliban, Sippi spent 16 and a half years working both in Afghanistan and all around the world imparting her wisdom on Afghan politics, development and culture. We recently caught up with Sippi to find out the impact the MSocSc has had on her life and career. Thu, 07 Jun 2012 16:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/alumni/profiles/sippi-azarbaijani-moghaddam.aspx alumninews govsoc http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/events/2012/06/social-democracy-and-its-future.aspx Friday 08 June 2012 (14:30-16:30) - A panel debate featuring former Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, Lord Roy Hattersley, in response to Hattersley and Hickson's article, "In praise of Social Democracy". Wed, 30 May 2012 10:49:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/events/2012/06/social-democracy-and-its-future.aspx studentnews alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/05/simon-fraser-visit.aspx On Thursday 24th May 2012, Simon Fraser, Permanent Under Secretary of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, visited the University to speak to staff and students. Tue, 29 May 2012 08:53:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/05/simon-fraser-visit.aspx highprofilespeakers studentnews govsoc alumninews researchnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/05/inlogov-informs-summer.aspx News from the Institute of Local Government Studies, University of Birmingham including Research, Advice and Support, Executive Development and Postgraduate programmes. Wed, 23 May 2012 16:19:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/05/inlogov-informs-summer.aspx alumninews researchnews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/05/social-repair-in-divided-societies.aspx How can societal relations be repaired after intergroup conflict? This brief by IDD's Huma Haider suggests that transitional justice and coexistence initiatives could be coordinated to enhance reconciliation. Wed, 23 May 2012 13:44:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/05/social-repair-in-divided-societies.aspx alumninews studentnews researchnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/Taylor-Verdict-is-a-Warning-to-Others.aspx The landmark verdict on April 26th against the former Liberian President, Charles Taylor, is an important warning for those who perpetrate war crimes. Finding Taylor guilty of war-time atrocities during the war in Sierra Leone between 1991 and 2002, shows that no-one can be above the law. Thu, 03 May 2012 19:03:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/thebirminghambrief/items/Taylor-Verdict-is-a-Warning-to-Others.aspx birmingham brief alumninews studentnews govsoc researchnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/greaves-laura.aspx The sociology programme was challenging especially when tackling the theoretical aspects of the course. However the broad choice in interesting and relevant topics such as, Gender and Sexuality, and Family, kept the theoretical side of study contemporary and most importantly interesting. Tue, 01 May 2012 11:25:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/greaves-laura.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/jennings-rosie.aspx I found that the course gave you a lot of freedom to tailor your own learning. There were a lot of module options to choose from as well as the core subjects in sociological theory. As a result the knowledge I got from the course was balanced and of interest to me personally. Tue, 01 May 2012 11:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/jennings-rosie.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/johal-sundeep.aspx What made this programme stand out for me was the dedication of the lecturers which helped further strengthened my passion for the subject. The knowledge and support I gained from lecturers was priceless and provided me with an ideal foundation for my chosen career: social work. This course is ideal for anyone with the desire to question the taken-for-granted aspects of society and will be sure to challenge and stimulate the mind. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:06:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/johal-sundeep.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/04/politics-society-alumni-roundtable-event.aspx On Tuesday 28th February, POLSIS and the POLSIS society (POLSOC) hosted an alumni careers event that was well attended by POLSIS students across all years. Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:23:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/04/politics-society-alumni-roundtable-event.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/03/alistair-burt.aspx Alistair Burt MP, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO Minister with responsibility for Afghanistan) visited the School of Government and Society on Thursday 22nd March to provide his views on "UK Engagement in Afghanistan". Fri, 23 Mar 2012 16:24:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/03/alistair-burt.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/03/building-integrity-in-fragile-contexts.aspx In this Policy Brief, Heather Marquette highlights the emergence of context-sensitive approaches to corruption in fragile situations as part of efforts to promote responsive statebuilding. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:27:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/03/building-integrity-in-fragile-contexts.aspx alumninews studentnews researchnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/03/corruption-indicators-and-budget-support.aspx Sumedh Rao and Dr Heather Marquette have published a U4 Issues Paper on 'Corruption indicators in Performance Assessment Frameworks (PAFs) for budget support'. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 12:48:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/03/corruption-indicators-and-budget-support.aspx alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/lowe-derek.aspx Get the most out of it when you're here and get the most out of it in terms of your course, make sure you engage with the teaching staff and get the most out of your tutors and your friends, enjoy the social side of things but really focus on where you want your degree to lead to... Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:43:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/lowe-derek.aspx alumninews studentnews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/richardson-wright-chris.aspx The best thing for me was the opportunities that I got in my extra-curricular activities. I made full use of the opportunities available in the students union and I really enjoyed all of the work I did in charity fundraising, volunteering and events management as well. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:43:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/richardson-wright-chris.aspx alumninews studentnews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/bradley-adrian.aspx My main piece of advice is make the most of your time. What you get out of being at university, the degree is the hygiene factor that will make sure your application is read but no more than that. What you get out of the university is all these experiences that you can have while you're here and the CV you can build... Wed, 21 Mar 2012 13:43:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/bradley-adrian.aspx alumninews studentnews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/The-Afghan-Reset.aspx Afghanistan is rarely out of the headlines — and seemingly for the wrong reasons. At the beginning of March, six UK military personnel were killed by a Taliban attack in what was the single worse loss of life for UK ground forces since the launch of the NATO–led International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) mission in Afghanistan. Birmingham brief written by Professor Mark Webber, Professor of International Politics. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:07:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/impact/thebirminghambrief/items/The-Afghan-Reset.aspx studentnews alumninews birmingham brief govsoc http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/government-society/polsis/news-events/civil-wars-conference-call-papers.pdf The editors of Civil Wars and Ethnopolitics invite proposals for the second annual conference on New Perspectives on Conflict and Security (17-18 September 2012). The conference will explore a range of debates and topics related to intrastate conflict and civil war. It is open to those who wish to present work on specific armed conflicts, on broad patterns of civil wars, and on historical perspectives as well as contemporary challenges. It also seeks to explore international dimensions including intervention, conflict prevention and resolution. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:03:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/government-society/polsis/news-events/civil-wars-conference-call-papers.pdf studentnews alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/social-policy/HSMC/publications/PolicyPapers/we-have-to-stop-meeting-like-this-PP13.pdf New Health and Wellbeing Boards proposed as a key part of the Coalition's reform package for the NHS must focus on patient outcomes rather than developing unnecessary processes and structures according to a new policy paper from the University of Birmingham's leading health research unit the Health Services Management Centre. Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:13:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/Documents/college-social-sciences/social-policy/HSMC/publications/PolicyPapers/we-have-to-stop-meeting-like-this-PP13.pdf Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/thakrar-raam.aspx Really think through what you want to do – and where career choice overlaps with intellectual interest and skills. And importantly the amount of money you want to earn. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 12:32:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/thakrar-raam.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/03/national-graduate-development-programme.aspx INLOGOV is delighted to announce that is has been awarded the contract to run the Local Government Association's (LGA) National Graduate Development Programme (NGDP). Thu, 01 Mar 2012 10:39:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2012/03/national-graduate-development-programme.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/ramsay-katie.aspx am still fascinated by sociology and my love for travel has been greatly enhanced by my sociological background. I spent one year driving through Africa and often found myself dissecting my experiences and surroundings in a sociological way. Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/ramsay-katie.aspx alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/02/alistair-darling-visit.aspx The Rt Hon. Alistair Darling, former Chancellor of the Exchequer, visited the Department of Political Science and International Studies on the 22nd February 2012 to give a lecture on the financial crisis and its aftermath entitled 'Back from the Brink'. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 12:49:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/02/alistair-darling-visit.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/gill-abi.aspx Accepted onto MSc in Comparative Social Policy at the University of Oxford. The teaching quality is outstanding and staff go out of their way to support students throughout their degrees and also beyond with applications for jobs and further study. Crucially, studying Sociology develops the transferable skills that graduate employers desire in their applicants and the fact that Birmingham is a Redbrick has really advanced my career and further education options. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:56:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/gill-abi.aspx studentnews alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/george-jemma.aspx Birmingham is a fantastic and vibrant city. The University campus is just two stops away from the city centre so it's brilliant if you want to explore the area. The University Main Library hosts most of the Social Sciences material and is an excellent resource for students. My fondest memories were being part of the Social Sciences Society and getting to organise events and nights out for SSS members. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:53:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/george-jemma.aspx alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/02/john-bercow-speaker-house-commons.aspx Students, alumni and staff enjoyed an evening with John Bercow, the Speaker of the House of Commons on Thursday 02 February 2012. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:53:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/02/john-bercow-speaker-house-commons.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/02/nodel-united-nations-campus-2012.aspx On Friday 20 January 2012 the School of Government and Society held two Model United Nations debates as part of its programmes of events to enhance student experience. Supported by staff from IDD and POLSIS and with additional help from the UN Society based in the Guild, the event involved almost 50 Undergraduate students being assigned country roles in two debates. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:20:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/news/school-wide/2012/02/nodel-united-nations-campus-2012.aspx govsoc alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/02/risks-security-led-statebuilding.aspx In this Policy Brief, Paul Jackson highlights the risks of prioritising short-term, 'hard' security in conflict-affected states. He outlines how Security Sector Reform interventions can contribute to statebuilding more effectively. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:59:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/02/risks-security-led-statebuilding.aspx alumninews govsoc studentnews researchnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/morris-dominic.aspx I work as a consultant for a consultancy in Bristol. We work with the British Government across DIFID and the foreign office and the Ministry of Defence in the Security and Justice arena and the stabilisation agenda at the moment. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:35:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/morris-dominic.aspx alumninews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/usman-zainab.aspx There were so many things I had learnt in my undergraduate degree but then as I was doing my Masters doing my research. It's like my brain was expanded I got to learn so much about so many different things, I met a lot of incredible people from all over the world, it was amazing. The people, the staff, my fellow students the close nit environment, all those counted. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:28:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/usman-zainab.aspx alumninews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/lacroix-virginie.aspx I choose to study at IDD mainly because they have Governance and State-building specialisation. They teach a lot about conflict and post-conflict it's one of the best schools for international development in the UK and it's very good for governance and civil servant management and that's what I was looking for so that's why I came here. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:28:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/lacroix-virginie.aspx alumninews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/littlewood-caroline.aspx What I enjoyed most I guess was first of all studying within a really international range, being able to work with students from all over the world. Also what I really liked about the IDD programme is that it allows you to do the research for your dissertation abroad so it's combined with very hands on field research which was really the deciding point for me why I choose this degree. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:18:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/alumni/profiles/littlewood-caroline.aspx alumninews videos and podcasts http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/barnard-charlotte.aspx Sociology has developed my way of thinking. Before I used to look for answers that were matter of fact and obvious, but Sociology taught me to 'think outside the box' and explore my own logical interpretations and challenge others. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:12:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/barnard-charlotte.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/reid-dee.aspx As I trained as an English teacher and initially taught English and Drama, the Sociology part of my degree formed less of a part of my initial working role but it widened my horizons to different ways of seeing and thinking. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:12:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/reid-dee.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/singh-dalvinder.aspx Do the reading each week, study hard in your last two years. Try to get some work experience or an internship whilst at Uni, as this could be invaluable experience or can lead to a job offer once you've graduated. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:12:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/alumni/profiles/singh-dalvinder.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/01/eu-concept-note-anti-corruption.aspx IDD and GSDRC staff have published an Concept Note on anti-corruption that provides both a synthesis of current thinking on corruption and accessible, up-to-date guidance on corruption assessment for European Commission staff. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:07:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2012/01/eu-concept-note-anti-corruption.aspx govsoc alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/01/graduate-wins-top-law-student-award.aspx University of Birmingham political science graduate Tom Elsey has scooped one of the major law student awards in the country. Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:32:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2012/01/graduate-wins-top-law-student-award.aspx govsoc alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2011/11/thatcher-trial-politics-society.aspx The University of Birmingham Politics Society hosted a round-table debate that was intended to give former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher the 'trial' some believe she richly deserves. In front of a near-capacity audience in the Arts Main Lecture Theatre, guests on the panel included Professor Colin Thain and Dr. Peter Kerr from POLSIS, as well as Lottie Rowling, representing Labour, Christopher James from Conservative Future, Dave Glenwright of UKIP and Will Mièville-Hawkins, representing the Liberal Democrats. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:17:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2011/11/thatcher-trial-politics-society.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2011/11/state-security-building-africa.aspx Inaugural lecture hosted by the College of Social Sciences and delivered by Professor Paul Jackson, Head of Department - International Development (IDD) Tuesday 22nd November 2011 at 5.15pm – 'States, Security and State Building in Africa' Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2011/11/state-security-building-africa.aspx govsoc alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2011/11/45-anniversary-with-sir-michael-lyons.aspx On Wednesday 23rd November, the Institute of Local Government Studies (INLOGOV) celebrated its 45th Anniversary with a lecture delivered by former Chairman of the BBC Trust (and also former Director of INLOGOV) Sir Michael Lyons. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:26:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2011/11/45-anniversary-with-sir-michael-lyons.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/devex.aspx Devex is working with the University of Birmingham to provide Individual Professional Membership to students and IDD graduates at no charge. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 15:20:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/devex.aspx Social Sciences http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2011/11/third-world-quarterly.aspx A special issue of the journal 'Third World Quarterly' has been published, focusing on 'State-building, Security and Development' and edited by IDD academics, Dr Heather Marquette and Dr Danielle Beswick. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:26:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2011/11/third-world-quarterly.aspx govsoc alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2011/10/david-miliband-visits-polsis.aspx POLSIS plays host to former cabinet member David Miliband, MP, for a live conversation and Q&A with current students, staff and alumni. Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2011/10/david-miliband-visits-polsis.aspx POLSIS David Miliband govsoc highprofilespeakers alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/events/governance-localism-bill.aspx Chaired by Sir Michael Lyons, this timely conference will explore the key changes in the way in which local government will operate and engage, under the Localism Act. The opportunities provided by the General Power of Competence, changes to planning regulations and an increase in trading activities will be explored as will some of the key challenges – balancing greater community empowerment with effective local democracy, leading economic development in difficult times. Thu, 22 Sep 2011 09:46:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/events/governance-localism-bill.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/alumni/ambassadors-test/index.aspx The University of Birmingham is proud to have a network of Alumni Ambassadors that fulfil an invaluable role by offering support, practical advice and advocacy across the globe. This network has been developed to enable prospective and current students to connect directly with individuals who have fully experienced what the University, and city, of Birmingham has to offer. Please do take the opportunity to email our ambassadors with your questions regarding studying at the University, living in Birmingham / UK, their individual career pathways, living and working in their country of residence or origin etc. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 08:11:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/alumni/ambassadors-test/index.aspx alumninews govsoc studentnews http://www.download.bham.ac.uk/govsoc/polsis/alumni-newsletter-summer2011/index.html Welcome to the second edition of the POLSIS Alumni Newsletter. We were thrilled by the positive response our Alumni showed to the first edition of this Newsletter published last year. In this edition you will find our latest research news and news from the department, students and alumni. Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:51:00 GMT http://www.download.bham.ac.uk/govsoc/polsis/alumni-newsletter-summer2011/index.html alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2010/07/robert-kisanga-honorary-doctorate.aspx In recognition of a long and distinguished career in the judiciary in Tanzania following his initial law degree at the University of Birmingham in the 1960s, Justice Robert Kisanga has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the University. Sat, 09 Jul 2011 08:02:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2010/07/robert-kisanga-honorary-doctorate.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/events/items/BBS/leadership.aspx Dr Peter Carter OBE, General Secretary and Chief Executive of the Royal College of Nursing|, the world's largest professional union of nurses and health care support workers will deliver a talk on 'Leadership in Challenging Times'. As part of ADEPT Careers week for Postgraduate Researchers 20 - 24 June. Peter will share insights and experience which will interest current Postgraduate Researchers who are aspiring to develop their leadership potential. Thu, 23 Jun 2011 12:00:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/events/items/BBS/leadership.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/events/reportsandgalleries2011/informalalumnigatheringindelhi-1february2011.aspx On Tuesday 01 February, the University of Birmingham held an informal reception for alumni living or working in Delhi, India, to meet and network with a group of current University staff and students visiting the city. The visit was part of an international collaboration between the Universities of Birmingham, Delhi and Melbourne, Australia, under the Universitas 21 framework. Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:03:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/events/reportsandgalleries2011/informalalumnigatheringindelhi-1february2011.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/events/EventsArchive/delhi.aspx Staff from the College of Social Sciences will be accompanying eight Masters students from the University of Birmingham to India to participate within an intensive Masters level module entitled 'Security in a globalised world; New and emerging challenges', delivered collaboratively between the Universities of Birmingham, Delhi and Melbourne. Mon, 31 Jan 2011 15:08:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/events/EventsArchive/delhi.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2010/11/alumni-table-ten.aspx On Tuesday 30 November Professor Helen Sullivan hosted a dinner for a group of University of Birmingham students, alumni and staff on theme of 'Where now for the Public Sector and the aspiring Public Service Professional?'. Tue, 30 Nov 2010 14:19:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/local-government-studies/news/2010/11/alumni-table-ten.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2010/11/alumni-set-up-charity-india.aspx Procedo Foundation was founded in 2009 by Nick Jackson, Richard Adams and Alessandro Capozzi; three friends studying International Relations at the University of Birmingham, who share an enthusiastic interest in supporting development and cultural understanding. Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:05:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2010/11/alumni-set-up-charity-india.aspx alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2010/09/graduate-dissertation-published.aspx Carolyn Lamontagne, a recent graduate of the International Development Department, where she received her Master's degree in International Development. has had her dissertation published in Green Money Journal (Fall 2010 issue. volume 19, Issue 1, number 77). Thu, 23 Sep 2010 18:04:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2010/09/graduate-dissertation-published.aspx alumninews studentnews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2010/02/alumni-dinner-dozen.aspx Polsis Alumni, staff and current students met for dinner in February at the University to discuss the transition from student life to work, as part of an initiative from the Alumni Office to draw on the experience of Birmingham Alumni for the benefit of current students. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:05:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/political-science-international-studies/news/2010/02/alumni-dinner-dozen.aspx alumninews http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2010/03/alumni-dinner-dozen.aspx The dinner offered IDD alumni an opportunity to interact with current staff and students and share their experiences in terms of life at the University, entering the workplace and developing a career. It also presented an opportunity for the department to explore ways in which future alumni involvement could add value to academic programmes and student life within IDD. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 12:07:00 GMT http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government-society/departments/international-development/news/2010/03/alumni-dinner-dozen.aspx alumninews