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International Relations, Politics and History PhD

Loughborough University

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Loughborough University

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Loughborough University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-JUL-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

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. Most of our research falls between the humanities and the political and social sciences but we also produce a substantial body of interdisciplinary work, notably in the history of ideas, radical movements and activism, in gender politics, international politics and history, security studies, government and governance at both national and international levels, art and politics, religion and politics, media studies and history, and digital humanities.Our focus on research is reflected in the results of the latest Research Excellence Framework (2014), where we were ranked in the UK top 10 for research intensity.Our department is a supportive environment for doctoral research, and we foster strong research links between academics and students. You will participate in seminar planning and you will receive tailored advice on professional development, such as finding fellowships and publishing.Our graduates have secured prestigious positions in academic institutions, including the Wiesenthal Institute in Vienna, Exeter University, Queen’s University in Belfast and University College Dublin. Others have pursued careers in academic publishing, with international and UK-based campaign groups and civil society organisations.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 22,360per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Loughborough University

Loughborough University

Loughborough University

  • University League Table

    7th

  • Campus address

    Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom

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The university's two campuses are located in Loughborough and London, both close to airports, making it easy to explore Europe and beyond.
Loughborough's research community has over 1,200 research students spanning 90 nationalities, with more than 800 members of staff supporting them.
Home to over 18,000 students and staff from more than 130 different countries. Of the students based at the London campus, 80% are international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    14th out of 90 1

    21st out of 74 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    142 70%

    27th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    10th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.42 86%

    12th

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    142 65%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    15th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.25 81%

    17th

    7

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