Apply to Us In 'About POLSIS' Apply to UsPOLSIS staff Back to 'Department of Political Science and International Studies (POLSIS)' The Department of Political Science and International Studies (POLSIS) is one of the largest and best departments of its kind in the UK. The Department inspires and enhances intellectual development and enthusiasm for learning in staff and students alike. It has enjoyed a consistently high place in the Guardian league tables, since these were first published in 2000. The Department also plays host to the Institute of German Studies (IGS) and the Centre for Russian, European and Eurasian Studies (CREES). Why Study at POLSIS? Funding and Scholarships Undergraduate Masters PHD Application Guidelines Undergraduate Programmes Postgraduate Taught Programmes Doctoral Research Programmes Facilities The School of Government is located in Muirhead Tower (R21) on the University’s main Edgbaston campus, offering state-of-the-art teaching and research study facilities, including free Wi-Fi throughout the building and dedicated study areas for postgraduate research students