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 2020

4th in the UK for Sociology

Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020

4th in the UK for Social Policy

Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020

93% of recent graduates in work or study

DLHE 2017

100% of research rated 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'

REF 2014

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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 focuses on five key areas: children, young people and families; applied criminal justice; intersectionalities and citizenship; digital and health technologies; and consumption, culture and inequalities.

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News and events View all

A decent standard of living in London costs up to 58% more compared to the rest of the UK

A basic standard of living in London is up to 58% more expensive than in other urban areas of the UK.

Research to investigate impact of COVID-19 pandemic on family carers

The experience of family carers during the COVID-19 pandemic will be explored in a new international study by Loughborough University and several universities across the world.

UK election 2019: how it could deliver the country’s first real living wage by Prof Donald Hirsch

Prof Donald Hirsch discusses how the UK 2019 election could deliver the country's first real living wage

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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