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The University of Edinburgh: International and European Politics

Institution The University of Edinburgh View institution profile
Department School of Social and Political Science
Web https://www.ed.ac.uk/studying
Study type Taught

Summary

This programme offers a comprehensive and advanced understanding of European and International politics in the contemporary world. It leverages insights from a diverse array of disciplines, including:

  • European Studies

  • International Relations

  • Comparative Politics

  • Political Science

  • Area Studies

Over the course of the programme, you delve deeply into pivotal theories, key issues and debates, and contentious will explore in-depth key theories, issues and controversies in the field. Moreover, you will be encouraged to pursue interdisciplinary studies and cultivate your interests within a lively and intellectually invigorating environment. The programme offers a unique opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions, collaborative research and experiential learning, empowering you to broaden your horizons and develop a nuanced understanding of the subject matter.

You will join a vibrant community of students interested in international and European politics, with abundant opportunities to network with your peers, hear from guest speakers and join events organised by the Europa Institute, and engage with the Politics and International Relations faculty.

The highlight of the academic year is the study trip to Brussels, which takes in visits to multiple international organisations and non-governmental stakeholders, and offers the opportunity to meet with practitioners, network through the Edinburgh University Brussels Society, and enjoy the accompanying social programme.

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Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await.

The University of Edinburgh is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked in the world top 50, and placed 22nd in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Our position as one of Britain’s leading research universities was reaffirmed by the results of the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF). The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, ranked 4th in the UK for research power (Times Higher Education, Overall Ranking of Institutions), with 90% of our research activity classified as world leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.

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