Postgraduate study

Our postgraduate degrees reflect the department's core strengths in the fields of international politics, global political economy, governance and public policy, and political theory each offering a distinctive approach to the study of politics.

Courses

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Taught courses 
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PhD study 

Why choose Sheffield?

With an exceptional reputation for research, our department is one of the top politics and international relations departments in the country.

A world-class department

Your career

A Masters degree in politics provides you with the key transferable skills to further your career. 

Enhance your career

Study at Sheffield

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