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Our vibrant, outward-facing academic community is committed to sharing ideas that matter. From cutting-edge research and thought-provoking seminars, to our popular podcast and YouTube channel, we believe knowledge thrives through conversation and connection. Whether you're a student, academic, policymaker, or curious mind, you’re invited to explore, engage and discover more about our work and our community.

UCL Uncovering Politics

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In our popular weekly podcast we explore key themes of contemporary politics and let you into some of our departments most intriguing research findings.

Events

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Our public events include presentations of our research and talks by high-profile policy makers, practitioners and academics on a range of key topics.

Student Expert Blog Series

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Publishing outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate dissertation research from UCL Department of Political Science and School of Public Policy.

YouTube

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Subscribe to our channel for recordings of all of our public events and lectures, as well as careers talks for graduating political science students, and information about our department and courses.

Careers and Alumni

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Explore our work supporting students with their futures - including events, careers advice, and maintaining links with alumni.

All Of Our Podcasts

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From how to do a dissertation, to constitutional affairs, to climate change science and policy - we have a range of podcasts to explore.