The Comparative Politics Research Cluster brings together political scientists with a wide range of interests in key political issues, including political institutions, representation and political economy, using a variety of methodologies ranging from quantitative and quasi-experimental methods to qualitative research. The group provides a platform for faculty and PhD students to discuss ongoing work and that of local and international researchers.

Our most current research includes the following areas:

• Electoral integrity.
• Electoral fraud and electoral violence.
• Gender and political representation.
• Religious extremism and social mobilisation in the Middle East.
• Determinants of democracy.
• Political representation and regime stability.