Professor Matt Nelson appointed Head of Politics Department

The Department is happy to announce that, on 1 January 2023, Professor Matthew J. Nelson took up the post of Head of Department of Politics and International Studies, succeeding Dr Felix Berenskötter who stepped down after three and a half years in this role. Matt has been an active member of the Department since joining SOAS in 2006 and, in the past, he served as Research Tutor, Member of the SOAS Academic Board (now: Senate), and the founding Deputy Chair of the SOAS Senate (now: Assembly). The Department congratulates Matt on his new appointment!

Taking up the position, Matt said: "I'm honoured to serve as Head of Department.  Our Department's approach to the study of Politics is shaped by a deep understanding of key trends unfolding in specific locations around the world. Few Departments can boast the same breadth—and depth—of influential global networks, not only among our staff but also among our students. It will be a privilege to lead this outstanding group of established and emerging scholars."