EDI & Political Studies
Discover how equality, diversity, and inclusion shape the discipline. Access data, reports, and analysis on representation and trends impacting scholars and students of Political Studies across the UK.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are essential to the health and future of Political Studies. As the leading Political Studies learned society in the UK, with a key oversight role into the state of the discipline, the PSA collaborates with other membership bodies in conducting regular disciplinary analyses. These analyses provide us with evidence of the health of our discipline, such as insights on representation, career trajectories, and trends that influence scholars and students.

Explore data, reports, and analysis that inform our advocacy and help shape a more inclusive discipline.

Diversity Reports

A look at who’s actually studying and teaching politics in the UK, and how well departments are doing on representation.

How Diverse are Politics and IR Departments?
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Career Trajectory Report

An in-depth look at career pathways in UK Politics and IR departments.

BA Disciplinary Analysis Report

A sector-wide overview of how Politics and IR are being taught and structured across UK higher education.

News & Resources

Recent updates and commentary reflecting current developments in the discipline.

Career trajectories in UK departments of politics and international relations
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