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