Social and Policy Studies
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 Good University Guide 2021
Top 10 in the UK for Sociology
Guardian University Guide 2021
6th in the UK for Social Policy and Administration
Guardian University Guide 2021
100% of research rated 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'
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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.