Study in the political heart of the UK at a School dedicated to teaching Politics, International Relations, and Sociology from a truly global perspective. You’ll be taught by active, internationally recognised researchers at the forefront of their respective fields, and you'll enjoy the freedom to shape your study by choosing from our extensive range of optional modules.
Immerse yourself in both global and domestic politics and take full advantage of our prime location in East London, and our direct links to Westminster, political think tanks, and major economic hubs. When studying with us, you'll also get the chance to hear from and network with high-profile people working in and around Westminster, Whitehall, and the wider world.
We also offer the opportunity to put your knowledge into action with our internship modules, thanks to our strong connections with practitioners in the world of politics. By the end of your degree, you'll be set with the skills to understand and analyse the fast-moving world around you.
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The diversity at Queen Mary translates directly into the Politics and International Relations degree, and everyone feels both seen and heard on the course.— Aaron Coleman, BA (Hons) Politics and International Relations, 2024