The Development of a Discipline

By tracing the history of the PSA, The Development of a Discipline: The History of the Political Studies Association reveals the changing nature of the study of politics in Britain and the development of British higher education.

• Shows how the PSA developed from a small elitist club to a highly professional discipline
• Offers parallels to the development of the study of politics as a discipline in the UK
• Appeal extends to those who study higher education and political scientists