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Politics and International Relations

Make your brilliant breakthrough in Politics and International Relations

  • Study with us to understand the complexities of relationships between different countries to effectively manage a wide range of problems on a global scale.
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7thin UK for research quality

(REF 2021)

19thin the UK

(QS World University Rankings 2025)

96%in work or further study within 15 months of graduating

(GOS 2023)

Top reasons to study Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary

  1. Our academics engage with policymakers and the media via our dynamic research centres, such as the Mile End Institute and the Centre for European Research.
  2. Our high-profile academics include Prof Tim Bale, Prof Christopher Philips, Prof Kim Hutchins and Prof Sophie Harman, who have helped shaped some of the program modules.
  3. Our esteemed alumni have gone on to work for prestigious organisations such as the House of Commons, Google, UK Civil Service, Department of Health and Social Care, and many others. 

MSc International Public Policy

You will be able to deepen your understanding of policymaking in key countries and world regions, notably Africa, the Middle East, China, and India.

MSc Public Policy

Investigate development issues, with a strong interest in the comparative analysis of policy for the developing world.


MRes Public Policy

Perfect for students to develop policy analysis skills and pursue a research career in academia, civil service, or the private and voluntary sectors.

MA International Relations

Thought-provoking modules based on modern-day issues and discussion points, such as EU-UK relations, the Pandemic, and the War in Ukraine.

MRes International Relations

Delve into key issues affecting the current political landscape and hold a lense to the most recent and exciting developments in world politics.

PGDip International Relations

This thought-provoking programme is your chance to dissect and discuss cutting-edge subjects relevant to today’s political landscape.

MSc International Business and Politics

Discuss the various interpretations of capitalism, explore contemporary manifestations, and understand the politics of international business.

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I was mesmerised by the teaching staff at Queen Mary and the variety of subjects that I could choose to study. One of the greatest advantages that I received during my masters was the support and expertise that was shared with me during my dissertation preparation and submission.
— Vasylisa Bondarenko, MSc Public Policy (2021)

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