MSc International Relations: An Introduction

In this five minute video, former Programme Director Professor John Sidel will introduce you to International Relations (IR) as a subject area. He will also explain what you will study in the MSc International Relations at LSE, what our students' academic backgrounds are, and what career you might have after you graduate.
The LSE Department of International Relations is one of the oldest as well as largest IR departments in the world, with a truly international reputation. We are ranked 2nd in the UK and 1st in London in the QS World University Ranking by Subject 2020 tables for Politics and International Studies.