The PSA has been the home of political studies in the UK since 1950. We advance, support and promote the study of global politics and international relations for all.
The PSA is a registered Charity, company limited by guarantee, a learned society and membership body. How we do this is governed by a series of policies and codes of practice – which can be found in ‘our governance‘ below. Our priorities for how we fulfil are charitable aim to support and develop our discipline is set out in Our Strategic Plan 2025- 2028. Part of this is to highlight and encourage excellence in teaching and research and you can find out more here about our PSA Awards and Prizes.
PSA Strategic Plan 2025-2028
Find out more about our goals to support our community and to enable excellence in research and teaching.
Awards & Prizes
As a learned society, we recognise the excellence and achievements of our members by awarding academic prizes each year. Learn more about them and our winners, here.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Our work to monitor, support and promote a diverse community of students, scholars and practitioners within the association and beyond.
Funding & Programmes
How we support our members to develop and innovate through grants and other means.
Our Governance
The documents, policies and codes that govern how we operate as a membership body and charity, alongside our annual reports and accounts.