Research in Political Science and International Studies (POLSIS)
POLSIS is a leading centre for research across politics and international studies, ranked 9th in the UK in the UK for its research power (REF 2021). Its work spans political science, international relations, political economy, and security and conflict, supported by interdisciplinary research groups and specialist centres.
Its research concentrates on the development of a vibrant and sustainable research culture, the publication of high-quality research, the targeting of external funding for our research and the development of a funded doctoral programme.
POLSIS is a centre of excellence in political science, political economy, comparative politics, political theory, international studies (e.g. European, Eurasian and Asian politics), international relations theory and security and conflict.
Its approach to research is inclusive and we welcome colleagues from across the university to join our research groups.
