Since 1950, the objectives of our Association have been ‘to promote the development of political studies and to encourage education and the advancement of learning in the art and science of government and in other branches of the political sciences’.
From democracy to dictatorship and local councils to international organisations, Political Studies examines how power is obtained, kept, lost, mobilised, divided, used and abused. It asks who gains and who loses from these processes and why. Politics is studied in theory and in practice, often using scientific methods.
Who we are
Learn more about the people behind the PSA, our teams, trustees, committees, networks and Founding Fellows
What we do
Find out more about our 2025-28 Strategic Plan, PSA Governance, our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion programme and our Awards & Prizes
Our History
Find out more about our activities, leadership and conferences since 1950.
Governance
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Awards & Prizes
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