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’.
As the leading learned society in our field in the UK, we seek to advocate for Political Studies and represent those who study, teach, research and practice politics and international relations. We do this by:
- Building relationships with and supporting academic departments/schools in Higher Education across the UK
- Responding to government and other consultations on behalf of our members
- Being active in the wider stakeholder community and building alliances at home and internationally; especially with parliaments and policy makers, other learned societies, the British Academy and the Academy of Social Sciences
- Providing oversight and guidance in regulatory matters, curriculum matters and professional standards.
State of the Discipline
Find out about the overall health, strengths and challenges of the discipline as well as the make-up of those who study, teach and research Politics & IR.
Studying Politics at School or College
How the PSA advocates for and supports political education especially post-16.
Studying Politics & IR at University
Find out more about what’s brilliant about studying for Politics & IR degrees and the skills, knowledge and opportunities you will gain as a result!
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Public Affairs & Sector Engagement
The latest on policy and regulatory matters which may affect our discipline and how we advocate on your behalf.
Excellence & Impact
Projects and other outputs to showcase the achievements of the PSA’s initiatives and members.
