Student profiles

Current students and graduates share their experiences of what it's like to study politics at postgraduate level and the opportunities available at 91ֱ��.

MA Student LAwrence Lo Standing in a park

Enriching my knowledge in the UK

Lawrence Lo MA International Relations

MA International Relations student Lawrence worked in the education bureau of Hong Kong before studying at 91ֱ��. He discusses the transition from working life to postgraduate education.

Thomas Watts - Global Political Economy MA graduate

I couldn’t think of another department that I’d fit into as well as I did here

Thomas Watts MA Global Political Economy (now MA International Political Economy)

If you’re passionate about your undergraduate subject then take the opportunity to continue your study. Staying on at 91ֱ�� allowed Thomas to continue his love of politics with renowned lecturers in a department he felt familiar with.

Ciara McQuillan Bridson - European and Global Affairs MA graduate

I enjoyed my masters so much primarily because I was interested in everything that I was reading about

Ciara McQuillan Bridson MA European and Global Affairs

Ciara decided to study for her MA in European and Global Affairs. As one of the highest, most prestigious politics departments in the UK, the University of 91ֱ�� allowed her to continue her passion and enjoyment of political study.

Staying in a department I knew was excellent pushed me more towards staying at 91ֱ��

George Clarke MA Political Theory

George studied BA History and Politics at 91ֱ�� and continued on to masters so he could continue delving deeper into his academic studies.

MA International Relations current student in 2019

I just knew there was more for me to do still at University, and I’m so glad I stayed

Bethany Fox MA International Relations

After completing her BA International Relations and Politics course in the department, staying on at 91ֱ�� to study a postgraduate degree in MA International Relations seemed like a natural next-step for Bethany.

I chose 91ֱ�� for its great reputation for diversity and education

Christine Newberg MA Global Political Economy (now MA International Political Economy)

International student Christine reflects on the reasons why she chose to study at 91ֱ�� and why she wished to continue her education and pursue a masters degree in Global Political Economy.

Learning from those who are at the top in their field of study was a big factor in continuing my studies at 91ֱ��

Rebecca Roberts MA Politics, Governance and Public Policy

Rebecca chose to stay on at 91ֱ�� after studying BA Politics, to pursue a postgraduate degree in MA Politics, Governance and Public Policy.

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School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations

School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations