MPhil/PhD International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Study at a world-leading department for international relations, analysing foreign policy, nationalism, international environmental politics and war studies. Be part of one of the world's leading departments in the study of international relations, while undertaking a substantial piece of work that’s worthy of publication. On this programme, you’ll have the opportunity to make an original contribution to the field of study.

Department: Department of International Relations | Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time; part-time available | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In addition to progressing with your research, you'll take courses in methods and research design. You may take courses in addition to those listed and should discuss this with your supervisor. Compulsory and core courses include Methods in International Relations Research, Methodology Short Courses.

Career pathways

Students who successfully complete the programme often embark on an academic career. Recent doctoral graduates have also gone into careers in consultancy, education and teaching, NGOs and charities, international organisations and to roles within the public sector and government.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this programme is a high merit (65+) in a master’s degree in a subject relevant to the proposed research with high merit (65+) in the dissertation element, or equivalent. Applications which don't meet these criteria (or don't expect to do so on completion of any pending qualifications) aren't considered eligible. English language requirement: Research (IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in reading and writing and 6.5 in listening and speaking).

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,368 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,300 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time; part-time available

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Graduate/Prospective-students/How-to-Apply

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