The Political Studies Association (PSA) Annual Conference once again brought together leading scholars from across the discipline, and the CCCU Politics team was proudly out in force. This year, colleagues […]
Diplomacy in Action: Insights from CCCU’s Climate Summit Simulation
The study of global diplomacy often remains confined to lectures and textbooks, but what happens when students step into the roles of real-world negotiators?
Unlocking Africa’s AI Potential: Lessons From an Industry Insider
Drawing on graduate Kojo Apeagyei’s experience in Africa’s AI sector, third year Joshua Bottomley examines how emerging technologies are reshaping development and opportunity across the continent.
Graduate Wisdom Part II: What It Takes to Succeed as a Researcher
In Mariia Kaliuzhna’s second contribution to our Get Grad Ready series, she reflects on the insights of Pol IR graduate Kojo Apeagyei, drawing on his experience as an AI consultant […]
Facing the Future: Graduate Wisdom That Calmed My Final‑Year Fears
In the first of two posts exploring Get Grad Ready week, third‑year student Mariia Kaliuzhna reflects on the insights she gained from our visiting alumni.
Agitate, Educate, Organise: Lessons from Betteshanger Trip 2025
It’s become a tradition to take our new students to the Mining Museum at Betteshanger Country Park for a day of exploration and team-building. This year was no exception — […]
We Need a Culture of Democratic Deliberation
Following his recent public lecture, Professor David Bates reflects on some of the questions.
2025 Law and Politics trip to Brussels
At the end of April, our third year students enjoyed a short and busy trip to Brussels with their law colleagues. Here is a rundown of the itinerary.
The People are Revolting: The End Times of Liberal Democracy
Professor David Bates provides a summary of the key ideas from his recent public lecture.