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'

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

Women in mosques: fixating on the number of female imams overlooks the progress that has been made

Dr Line Nyhagen, Reader in Sociology at Loughborough University, has written a piece in The Conversation about women in mosques.

New report provides evidence-base for Child First approach in youth justice systems

Responding to young people that come into contact with the Youth Justice System as ‘children’ and not ‘offenders’ can enhance lives, reduce offending, promote safer communities and lead to fewer victims, a new report states.

Only 12% of sexual offence victims feel police investigations are fair and proportionate, new study reveals

Dr Olivia Smith has published a new report that aims to improve sexual offence victims’ experiences of the criminal justice system.

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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