Study with us

Study in the School of Government and you will have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of exciting and forward thinking undergraduate programmes with the opportunity to examine some of the most important political issues of the 21st century.

  • #1

    Most targeted by UK employers

    ('Graduate Market in 2024', High Fliers Research)

  • #14

    in the UK for studying Politics

    (Times University Rankings 2025)

  • #15

    in the UK for studying International Relations

    (Guardian University Guide 2025)

  • Start your journey

    Choose to study with a leading centre for politics, international relations, sociology and European studies and take the opportunity to examine the most important political issues that we face today.

    Undergraduate degrees
  • Postgraduate study

    We offer a wide range of taught Masters (MA and MSc) programmes, as well as Postgraduate Diplomas, Certificates and other qualifications that can be taken on a full-time, part-time or modular basis.

    Postgraduate courses
  • Distance study

    Study from anywhere in the world with practitioners in government, civil society and the private sector, as well as with people new to development.

    Distance learning
  • Continue your journey

    With an innovative and ambitious research agenda, informing government and governance at all levels, the School of Government offers a vibrant environment for postgraduate research.

    Research degrees