PhD Politics and International Relations

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

Whiteknights Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP-26

Duration

3 Years

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Course info

Our research sits at the intersection of the study of political theory, international relations, and comparative politics. It is articulated around an ambitious vision focused on field-defining arguments that address the pressing problems of justice, international order and conflict, and democracy.Award-winning, published in high-ranking outlets, and widely disseminated, our research shares a commitment to solving puzzles as well as promoting diversity, creativity, and interdisciplinarity.

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CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

37th

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

36th

What students say

Reading Uni has a beautiful and green campus and is a lovely place to be. Decent facilities and a decent politics course, good lecturers/teachers. however, the student union does..Read more

I have loved my time at UoR! As a student that didn't get to go on campus tours due to COVID, I was limited in my understanding of what a university should offer, however during..Read more

Entry requirements

To be accepted on our PhD programme, you will need a Bachelor's degree of at least 2:1 level (or equivalent), or a master's degree, in a subject related to your proposed PhD research topic.

Tuition fees

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£5,006 per year

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Accommodation costs will vary depending on whether you choose standard, premium or private accommodation, and how long you are staying. Prices can vary from around £160 to £350 per week.

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Latest reviews

Latest International Relations reviews

Jamie

23 Feb 24

Politics and International Relations with Placement Year - BA (Hons)

Reading Uni has a beautiful and green campus and is a lovely place to be. Decent facilities and a decent politics course, good lecturers/teachers. however, the student union does...

Aaliya

23 Jan 24

Politics and International Relations - BA (Hons)

I have loved my time at UoR! As a student that didn't get to go on campus tours due to COVID, I was limited in my understanding of what a university should offer, however during...

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