Call for papers: US Foreign Policy Working Group annual conference
The US Foreign Policy Working Group are seeking submissions for their annual conference.
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BISA PGN Conference 2025 Programme
The BISA PGN Conference final programme is now available!
Call for papers: ecocide in global politics
The International Law and Politics Working Group are seeking presentations for their workshop.
IR career starters - April 2025
214 internships, traineeships, fellowships and entry-level positions in International Relations.
Academy of Social Sciences Fellow Award Spring 2025
Several members of BISA have been accepted as Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences (AcSS).
Susan Strange Best Book Prize 2025 shortlist announced
Three excellent books made the list and will be judged by a committee appointed by a BISA trustee.
Call for abstracts: publishing in war and security studies
Submit your abstracts for the Publishing in War and Security Studies event at #BISA2025.
Take Five - 28 March 2025
Eve Harrison-Taylor gives you a rundown of the 5 best IR podcasts and articles this fortnight.
L.H.M. Ling Outstanding First Book Prize 2025 shortlist announced
Four impressive books made the list and will be judged by a committee appointed by a BISA trustee.
Call for nominations to serve on the BISA Executive Committee 2025
We're pleased to announce we have six trustee positions up for election to the Executive Committee.
Take Five - 14 March 2025
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
Event summary: PGN workshop on AI and academia
The PGN discussed the challenges of AI and ethical strategies for its use in teaching and writing.
IR career starters - March 2025
242 internships, traineeships, fellowships and entry-level positions in International Relations.
2025 annual BISA/FCDO Model NATO takes place in London
Over 100 from 31 UK universities took part in the fifth annual Model NATO with FCDO.
Take Five - 28 February 2025
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
War Studies Working Group at #BISA2025
Find out what the War Studies Working Group are up to at #BISA2025!
Call for papers: Emotions in Politics and International Relations Working Group best thesis prize 2025
Nominate the best doctoral thesis on emotions in Politics and IR for our working group annual prize.
Take Five - 14 February 2025
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
IR career starters - February 2025
244 internships, traineeships, fellowships and entry-level positions in International Relations.
Call for papers: Global Nuclear Order Working Group annual conference 2025
The Global Nuclear Order Working Group of invites submissions for its 2025 annual conference.
Country allocations drawn for BISA/FCDO Model NATO 2025
Find out which universities are taking part in this year's Model NATO, and who they're representing.
BISA at International Studies Association 2025
Find out about our sponsored panels, drinks reception and other BISA activities at ISA 2025.
Take Five - 31 January 2025
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
New British Academy report confirms the popularity of Politics and International Relations degrees in the UK
New British Academy report shows an increase in PIR enrolments in the UK and a higher median salary.
An update from the European Journal of International Security
Our journal European Journal of International Security (EJIS) bring you their latest updates.
BISA at 50: reflecting on the discipline and profession of International Studies
Join us at #BISA2025 for a roundtable of distinguished former BISA chairs.
Take Five - 17 January 2025
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
IR career starters- January 2025
376 internships, traineeships, fellowships and entry-level positions in International Relations.
Inaugural BISA-ISA joint workshops
Submit your proposal for the inaugural BISA-ISA joint workshop
Take Five - 3 January 2025
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
Into 2025 - Happy birthday to BISA!
BISA Director and CEO, Juliet Dryden, takes a look back at 2024 and a look ahead to 2025.
REF 2029 main and sub-panel recruitment
REF 2029 has opened applications for its panels. There are two closing dates depending on role.
Take Five - 20 December 2024
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
Call for Papers: Research workshop - The political universes of international courts
Workshop from International Law and Politics and the University of Glasgow School of Law.
Event summary: Navigating fellowships and postdoctoral pathways
Dr Morgana and Dr Kaleem shared their advice for prospective fellowship applicants.
Fourth annual climate negotiation simulation takes place in partnership with Chatham House
Find out what went on at this year's climate simulation and which universities won the awards.
Call for papers - Roundtable: Local-level peacebuilding: between theory and practice
Call for papers for a Peacekeeping, Peacebuilding and Human Rights Working Group roundtable.
#BISA2025 War Studies Working Group keynote announced – Professor Michael Cox
The War Studies keynote will be given by esteemed global scholar, Professor Michael Cox (LSE).
IR Career Starters - December 2024
405 internships, traineeships, fellowships and entry-level positions in International Relations.
Call for papers: Hubris in International Relations research workshop
Call for papers for a 'Hubris in International Relations' workshop taking place in Belfast in 2025.
A festive message from BISA Chair, Kyle Grayson
BISA Chair, Kyle Grayson, addresses and thanks members before the winter break begins.
Call for special issue proposals - Review of International Studies
The call for RIS special issue proposals is open. Find out more and submit yours by 24 February 2025
Take Five - 22 November 2024
Nathan Sadd brings you the five best IR-related podcasts and readings this fortnight. Take five.
Call for expressions of interest - BISA/FCDO Model NATO 2025
We will once again be holding a model NATO with the FCDO. Up to 32 universities can participate.
Climate negotiation simulation 2024 keynotes and countries announced
29 universities from across the UK will take part alongside participants from Chatham House.
Call for abstracts - Between continuities and ruptures: exploring violence and resistance in south-east Europe
Call for abstracts for the South East Europe Working Group and University of Liverpool workshop.
An update from the European Journal of International Security
EJIS share the latest FirstView articles and information about the BISA 2025 conference.
Call for papers: Global health research and pedagogy workshop
The Global Health Working group are holding a interdisciplinary research and pedagogy workshop.
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