In addition to the research groups, and in recognition of the growing proportion of our research activity that cross-cuts sub-disciplinary specialisms we created several thematic research clusters. These are typically more flexible and more short-lived than research groups and involve researchers from more than one group.
Asia
The Asia Research Group comprises researchers from Asia, Australia and Europe, working on a range of approaches to the study of the comparative and international politics of the Asia-Pacific Region.
British Politics
The British Politics Research group is an interdisciplinary group which aims to bring together staff and students from across the College of Social Sciences who have research interests broadly in the area of British government, economy and society.
Diplomacy and Negotiation
The Group seeks to further develop research into Diplomatic Studies in the Department.
European Politics
The European Politics Research Group exists to facilitate discussion and collaboration between researchers focusing on the institutions and policies of the European Union, one or several European countries, and/or the European region and identity.
International Political Economy
The creation of a dedicated International Political Economy Research Group acknowledges the burgeoning international reputation that the Department is developing for being a leading centre for critical studies in the area.
International Relations Theory
The International Relations Theory Group brings together research students and staff members include: Jill Steans (Gender/ IR, IPE); Laura Shepherd (Gender/ IR, Security); Ted Newman (UN, Peacekeeping / intervention) and Cerwyn Moore (IR / Security / Terrorism).
Political Sociology
The Political Sociology Research Group acts as a fulcrum for those members of POLSIS who wish to interrogate the intersections of state and society and the power relations involved.
Political Theory
The political theory research group is the departmental forum for the development and co-ordination of research activities in the area of political theory broadly conceived.
Security Studies
The Security Studies Research Group seeks to build on and contribute to the Department’s significant research strengths in the area of security, broadly conceived.
There are two currently active thematic research clusters, each of which is directed by two lead researchers:
Gender
The group’s focus is on feminist theoretical analysis, readings of politics / international politics and the study of gender within Political Science and International Relations.
Small States
The aim of the Small States Research Network is to provide an arena within which scholars working on small states from across the world can engage in ongoing dialogue and reflection.
