Overview
A research degree in politics within an academic community of political researchers. The page lists 3 to 4 years full time; the fee page line of 3 years is used.
Highlights
- Active academic community of researchers
- Career routes include think tanks and government
Entry requirements
- Academic
- Admission is normally based on a good performance at undergraduate level (usually a 2:1 or a First) and a Masters degree with a minimum 60% award mark.
- English language
- IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in each component (Politics, research degrees 2027/28). PTE Academic 61 and TOEFL 87 also listed.
Working after you graduate
Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.
Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.