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Dr. Tom Vaughan is a Lecturer in International Security at the University of Leeds' School of Politics and International Studies (POLIS), part of the Faculty of Social Sciences. He joined in September 2024 following roles at Aberystwyth University (Lecturer in Strategy and Intelligence, 2022–24) and the University of Exeter (Associate Lecturer, 2021–22). His PhD from Aberystwyth University (2022) focuses on International Politics.
Research Interests:
Vaughan specializes in nuclear futures, particularly how imaginaries of nuclear disarmament shape policy. He examines nuclear weapons/energy in Africa (with a focus on South Africa) and interdisciplinary approaches to transformative global futures. His current project, 'Theories of Change and Nuclear Disarmament' (funded via NETIAS/CAT), explores non-IR concepts of change and intersections with climate politics. He also studies pedagogical methods for teaching nuclear threats and global disruption.
Education:
- Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (2024), Aberystwyth University
- PhD International Politics (2022), Aberystwyth University
- MA Critical International Politics (2017), Aberystwyth University
- BSc (Hons) Politics (2013), University of Bristol
Awards & Affiliations:
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
- Member of British International Studies Association
Teaching & Grants:
In 2024–25, teaches PIED2501 (IR theories), PIED3408 (Nuclear Weapons), and PIED5520M (Global Security). Office hours: Tues 11:30–12:30 & Wed 10:00–11:00.
Leads the NETIAS/CAT-funded 'Theories of Change' project.
Labs/Teams: Associated with the Centre for Global Security Challenges.
