Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy

An interdisciplinary social science study area comprising Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy. Part of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities.

1st in the UK for Criminology

Times/Sunday Times University Guide 2025

4th in the UK for Sociology

The Complete University Guide 2026

5th in the UK for Criminology

Guardian University Guide 2025

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I think that the quality of teaching and facilities are remarkable. All the lecturers I’ve come in contact with are incredibly knowledgeable and do a great job in sharing that knowledge in a way that makes it engaging.

Stephanie Yeboah Criminology and Sociology BSc
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Research

Our world-class research in Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy focuses on four key themes: Equity, Justice, Health and Inclusion.

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Make a new year resolution for 2025: Learn Japanese!

We are offering an in-person Japanese course for beginners, open to anyone aged 18 and over at Loughborough University.

CRSP staff

Loughborough’s research into living standards secures four more years of funding from the Joseph Rowntree Foundation

Loughborough’s Centre for Research in Social Policy (CRSP) has secured a further four-year partnership with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF) to continue its work defining socially acceptable standards of living.
Hasulie Dias Abeyesinghe with Dr Alena Pfoser

Students awarded prizes at Graduation

On 12th December, our 2024 postgraduate cohort enjoyed a brilliant graduation day on campus celebrating with friends, family, and staff members from our School.

Staff

Our academic staff are all internationally recognised in their field of expertise. We are also home to a dynamic community of research fellows and research students and support staff providing outstanding services for teaching and research.

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