The Institute for German Studies is one of a network of similar centres around the world. Its research and postgraduate programme encompasses the politics, economics, international relations, history and culture of contemporary Germany.
The Institute's mission is to provide a unique research-led, social-science based perspective on Germany.
About us
An overview of the Institute for German Studies.
Research
The conducting of first-rate research on Germany is one of the core activities of the Institute for German Studies.
Postgraduate degree programmes
The Institute for German Studies offers its own doctoral programme, as well as contributing to a range of taught postgraduate degrees.
Staff
All our staff are research active and pursue a wide range of interests within the broad field of contemporary German studies.
Latest events at the Institute for German Studies.
Wednesday 25 November 2009
Seminar and debate: Creating sustainable growth in Europe
Anglo-German Foundation is holding a seminar and debate at the Royal Society to mark the conclusion of its 3-year research initiative on 'creating sustainable growth in Europe' and to launch the findings into the public realm.
IGS confirmed as international centre of excellence in 2008 RAE 18/12/08
The IGS at the University of Birmingham has been confirmed as a global centre of research excellence by the results of the UK’s 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE). Read more about the RaE results
The IGS led a major two-day conference Bringing the Policy back in, brining together academics, policy practitioners, government officials and regional leaders from commerce and industry. Keynote speaker was EU Commissioner Margot Wallström.
