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Welcome to Politics and International Studies (POLIS) at the University of Leeds.
We are a vibrant and innovative school where academic research informs and ignites our teaching.
We have over thirty-five academics, and our department is one of the largest of its kind in the UK.
Our open and friendly environment attracts people from a wide variety of backgrounds. Their diverse opinions and outlooks create an exciting environment for study at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Latest News
Professor McCargo discusses award-winning book
Watch online: Professor Duncan McCargo discusses his research that led to the publication of his award winning book 'Tearing Apart the Land: Islam and Legitimacy in Southern Thailand'. Read Full Item.
Latest Student Profile
2nd Lt. Atle Ravndal
What impressed me most was the dedication of the lecturers. They were always very helpful and full of inspiration, with a long list of publications and experience in their field. Read Full Profile.
Latest Staff Profile
Professor Christoph Bluth
In different cultures there are different approaches to understanding the world and the international system and it is good for students to be confronted first hand with different ways of thinking and different historical experiences. Read Full Profile.
Student Quote
I recommend coming to Leeds, its brilliant here!
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Ben Thomas
BA Political Studies
2005 - 2008