As one of the top departments in the UK, Politics at Exeter provides an ideal place to undertake a MPhil/PhD in Politics and International Relations, Security, Conflict and Human Rights, or Strategy and Security.
There are opportunities at both the Streatham Campus in Exeter and at the Penryn Campus near Falmouth.
Our seminar series and highly successful annual postgraduate conference brings together researchers from across all humanities and social sciences disciplines
With over thirty members of faculty engaged in world-leading research and more than ninety research students currently enrolled, we offer a challenging but friendly and supportive environment in which to pursue your own research interests.
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
University of Exeter - Streatham Campus
Study options
MPhil • Full-time • 3 Years
PhD • Full-time • 4 Years
Start dates
09/2026
01/2027
How to apply
Fees and funding
Choose a specific option to see funding information.
We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.