International Relations, Politics and History

Course Overview

The PhD International Relations, Politics and History at Loughborough University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Loughborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. The School of Social Sciences and Humanities at Loughborough is home to International Relations, Politics and History. It is a world-leading centre for research and study into many areas of contemporary politics, international relations and history. Our aim is to stimulate innovative research that has the potential to transform academic and public debates. We conduct research in contemporary politics and international relations, political theory, early modern and modern history. International tuition fees are £5,006 per year, home/UK fees are £22,360 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a 84% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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Graduate Outcomes

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