Masters Programmes
The Department of Politics, History and International Relations (PHIR) provides an excellent environment for postgraduate study. The Department ranks very highly for the quality of its teaching (23/24) and research (5/5), and for student satisfaction with the standard of its courses. Our staff includes experts internationally renowned in their field, and the Department has many associates and friends in organisations in Europe and beyond. The Dept. of Politics, History and International Relations is also a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence, in recognition of our track record in teaching and research into European integration.
Masters students who choose the Dept. of Politics, History and International Relations will find themselves enjoying teaching in small classes with ample opportunity to interact with other students and with staff, and to develop a range of academic and personal skills. They can partake in the Department’s lively research agenda of seminars, colloquia and student-led presentations. The Department is committed to the internationalisation of its postgraduate curriculum, and plans student exchange opportunities with our partner institutions in other EU member states.