Dr. Paul Kelly

Professor

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Biography

Paul Kelly is a Professor of Political Theory at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). He has a rich academic background, including obtaining his PhD and completing a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Chicago. Since joining LSE in 1984, he has made significant contributions as a lecturer and now serves as a professor and head of the Department of Government. Over his career, Professor Kelly has authored and edited 19 books that focus on various aspects of political theory and the history of political thought, particularly within the context of British political ideas and politics. He teaches courses such as GV100: Introduction to Political Theory and GV326: Conflict, War and Revolution, where he engages students with complex political issues and encourages them to think critically about the role of violence in international politics.

Research Interests

Courses

GV100: Introduction to Political Theory GV326: Conflict, War and Revolution

Requirements for London School of Economics and Political Science

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in a relevant social science discipline
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