International Relations
Study global politics, diplomacy, and international organisations at UK universities with strong connections to Westminster and international bodies.
Notable International Relations Programmes
A curated selection of top-ranked, distinctive and interesting international relations programmes across UK universities.
International Relations
The world's leading IR department — minutes from Westminster and international institutions
LSE's IR department is consistently ranked #1 globally. The programme combines international relations theory with contemporary issues in security, political economy and global governance. The LSE campus is walking distance from Parliament, the Foreign Office and numerous think tanks, and the student body is among the most internationally diverse anywhere. Alumni include heads of state and UN officials.
War Studies
The only dedicated War Studies department in the world — unique and highly regarded
KCL's Department of War Studies is one-of-a-kind, covering conflict, security, intelligence and strategy from historical and contemporary perspectives. Students study terrorism, cyber warfare, nuclear proliferation and military history. The department's connections to the UK Ministry of Defence, intelligence services and NATO are unparalleled. Graduates enter careers in defence, diplomacy, intelligence analysis and journalism.
International Relations
Top-ranked IR programme in a small-town setting — intense academic community
St Andrews' IR programme regularly tops UK league tables. The four-year Scottish MA allows first-year subject exploration before specialising. The school has research strengths in Middle Eastern politics, European security and terrorism studies. Despite its small-town location, St Andrews attracts an exceptionally international student body, creating a global academic community in an intimate setting.
Politics and International Relations
Scottish Parliament on the doorstep — strong comparative politics focus
Edinburgh's programme combines UK and international politics with a distinctive Scottish dimension — the Scottish Parliament is a 10-minute walk from the department. Students study comparative politics, global governance and political theory. The programme benefits from Edinburgh's status as a capital city, hosting political events and institutions that provide real-world engagement.
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BA International Relations
Located minutes from Westminster and the Foreign Office. Ranked top 10 globally for Politics.
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