Key Information
- Duration: Full-time: 24 months (2 to 4 years); Part-time: 36 months (3 to 7 years)
Overview
Our Politics and International Relations research at University of Southampton is internationally recognised for its impact in a diverse range of areas from the governance of oceans to civic participation through citizen assemblies.
Features
- You'll gain a grounding in the aspects of political science related to your proposed topic. At least 2 academic supervisors will support and guide you along with other members of the supervisory team as you need them.
- You'll undergo training in a variety of research methods to help you think critically about your work.
Visit the programme website for more information
Programme Structure
Main areas of research
- democratic engagement
- local governance
- policy studies
- political accountability
- global justice
- theories of citizenship
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 undergraduate honours degree
- a master of science at merit in a relevant subject
- satisfactory interview
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD. International: 38,285 AUD / year (≈ 20,100 GBP / year). Domestic: 9,977 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year).
Living costs
Southampton, United Kingdom: 1,328-2,082 AUD / month
Funding
Scholarships are available. Check the programme website for scholarship opportunities.


