Study Politics and international relations Research (MPhil/PhD) at University of Portsmouth in the UK, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
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Politics and international relations Research (MPhil/PhD)
University of Portsmouth

UK

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About this course

What will I learn?

Take your expertise in Politics and International Relations into a postgraduate research degree focused on today’s most pressing political challenges. Investigate how insecurity, conflict and political exclusion emerge across regions, and what drives change at local, national and transnational levels. Contribute to research seeking to reduce the impact of war and support a safer, more peaceful world. Turn insight into action and work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary research culture that connects political understanding to practical solutions for improving lives.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£17,900.00 (US$ 23,117) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2026

Venue

University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

University of Portsmouth, Mercantile House,

Hampshire Terrace,

Portsmouth,

Hampshire,

PO1 2EG, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£17,900.00 (US$ 23,117) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2027

Venue

University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

University of Portsmouth, Mercantile House,

Hampshire Terrace,

Portsmouth,

Hampshire,

PO1 2EG, Southern England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

An upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a masters degree in an appropriate subject.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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