In the world of hashtag protest, cyberwars, fake news and algorithmic biases, the topic of Digital Politics is both most timely and exciting. An interdisciplinary field, located at the intersection of international relations, political economy, sociology, media, and communication studies, the subject of digital politics brings together innovative research on recent and acutely relevant matters to national and global politics.Work with experts in the field. You will become part of a growing, innovative research cluster focusing on digital society and culture.Choose from our flexible study pathways. We offer a range of courses that can be taken full- or part-time. Our distance learning programme is ideal for anyone around the world who wants to pursue a PhD but has professional or personal commitments that prevent traditional, campus-based study.Join a lively research environment. You will work alongside a large, interdisciplinary cohort of research degree students, working across the social sciences, arts, and humanities. The research community is enhanced through a wide range of events, development workshops and networking opportunities.Engage in innovative public engagement programmes. RAH (Research in Arts and Humanities) is a curated programme of public lectures, performances, film screenings, fairs, interventions, discussions, artist happenings and augmented reality.Undertake tailored personal and professional development training. The Postgraduate Arts and Humanities Centre provides a comprehensive development programme for research students.