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International Relations Top 10

The best universities for studying International Relations in the UK.

Top 10 UK Universities for International Relations

A degree in International Relations will provide students with an understanding of core international issues across broad subject paths such as politics, education and crime. Students will be encouraged to analyse, interpret and evaluate real world events in an supportive and exciting learning environment.

Top 10 UK Universities for International Relations

Rank
University
Location
1
University of St Andrews
St Andrews, Scotland
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2
London School of Economics and Political Science
London, England
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3
Keele University
Newcastle-under-Lyme, England
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4
King's College London
London, England
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5
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, UK
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6
Loughborough University
Loughborough, England
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7
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, England
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8
Durham University
Durham, England
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9
University of Essex
Essex, South East England
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10
University College London (UCL)
London, England
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Source: 2026 Guardian University Guide rankings

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