Royal Holloway, University of London, Department of Politics & International Relations Masters...

Elections are more unpredictable than ever. Recent campaigns have shocked and surprised pundits and politicians alike. From the 2015 UK General Election, to Brexit and the election of Donald Trump – recent elections have thrown up some unexpected results. Read more

The 21. st.  century is witnessing novel global challenges related to terrorism, food supply, climate change, migratory pressures and emerging resource geo-politics. Read more

International relations examines relationships between countries and looks at, amongst other things, the roles of states, governmental and non-governmental organizations, academic and public policy fields, economics, international law and cultural studies. Read more

We live in uncertain times. Terrorism, conflict, environmental catastrophe, weapons of mass destruction and weak states are all security issues that are reflected in our media, dominate policy-making in international politics and increasingly impinge on our daily lives. Read more

The political map of West Asia, home to more than 60 per cent of the world’s oil and gas wealth, is in flux. Read more

The digital age has brought about tumultuous change in how world events are reported, accessed, interacted with and, ultimately, influenced. Read more

Our Masters by Research is a flexible programme that allows you to undertake in-depth study (both full- and part-time) on key areas of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy. Read more

International development is a complex process and needs to be understood within its political contexts – international, regional and domestic. Read more