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We are the leading scholarly society concerned with the research and teaching of political science in Europe, headquartered in the UK with a global membership.
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Our groups and networks are pushing the boundaries of specialist sub-fields of political science, helping to nurture diversity and inclusivity across the discipline.
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Joint Sessions of Workshops

This unique event has helped tens of thousands of scholars over nearly five decades hone research, grow networks and secure publishing contracts.
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General Conference

An engaging platform for discussion, debate and thinking; Europe's largest annual gathering of political scientists from across the globe.
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Methods School

A comprehensive programme of cutting-edge qualitative and quantitative methodological training delivered by experts across two annual events.
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The House Lectures

Inspired by Harbour House, our HQ which provides a literal and metaphorical ‘home’ for the ECPR family, this lecture series seeks to open doors to some of the most pressing issues and challenges in the discipline.
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Our Standing Groups organise a range of annual events, including summer schools, conferences and workshops, open to all.
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Our highly regarded peer-reviewed journals, produced in partnership with the world's leading academic publishers, share the best scholarly thinking.
European Journal of International Relations (EJIR)
European Journal of Political Research (EJPR)
Political Data Yearbook (PDY) and PDYinteractive
European Journal of Political Science Review (EPSR)
European Political Science (EPS)
Political Research Exchange (PRX)

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Through our imprint ECPR Press and via the OUP Comparative Politics book series, we publish research by, and for the political science community.
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The Loop

Sharp analyses of topical news from a political science perspective, research summaries and the latest expert thinking.
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Digital content from across our activities and community: lectures, seminars and discussions available on demand or to stream via podcast channels.
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Our members are universities across the globe and the scholars who work and study within them; membership benefits both the individual and the institution.
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We have a range of funding schemes to help progress individual careers and to support the wider development of the discipline.
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Prizes

From distinguished scholars to exceptional PhD students, our prizes recognise service and achievement across the profession.
Cora Maas Award
Dirk Berg-Schlosser Award
Hans Daalder Prize
Jean Blondel PhD Prize
Mattei Dogan Foundation Prize
Stein Rokkan Prize
Rudolf Wildenmann Prize

ECPR Lifetime Achievement Award
ECPR Rising Star Award
ECPR Political Theory Prize
Jacqui Briggs EPS Prize
Hedley Bull Prize in International Relations
Joni Lovenduski PhD Prize in Gender and Politics

Important update on #ecprjs22

In order to maximise opportunities for the scholarly community to meet face-to-face, we have made the decision to shift next year's Joint Sessions by one week, now to be held from 19–22 April. The event format and key deadlines remain unaffected.

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Latest from our blogsite, The Loop

The Loop celebrates its first birthday! In just twelve months, we've published 222 blog pieces by 286 authors across five continents. Our contributors hail from as far afield as Nigeria, China, Bangladesh, Japan, Hong Kong, South Africa, Argentina and Chile. Explore our burgeoning back catalogue

Seeking Academic Convenors

We are looking to appoint two Methods School Academic Convenors, providing an exciting opportunity for seasoned political scientists, or methodologists working in political science, to play a major role in developing a thriving and growing event. Apply by 28 October 2021.

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Celebrating 20 years of EPS

Did you know that our professional journal, European Political Science, turned twenty this year? Find out more about the history of EPS, about its present, and explore a selection of FREE articles we've highlighted from its extensive archives.

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