About the department

Experts in our fields

We’re passionate about research and teaching in applied social sciences. Our staff work at the forefront of their disciplines, including:

  • drugs policy

  • digital society

  • intimate relationships and gender

  • quantitative methods

  • social justice

  • social policy

  • youth justice

  • youth studies

Future-focused teaching

We teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including masters degrees, postgraduate diplomas and postgraduate certificates.

Our research informs our teaching, and we ensure that students develop in-demand skills throughout their degrees.

We provide career development experiences, many of which are paid. This helps our students to get the graduate-level job they want. Options include internships, placements, and roles in the department across our research, teaching and industry projects.

Our students also get opportunities to go on field trips in the UK and internationally.

Our connections

We have a large network of local, national and international partners from across the public, private and non-profit sectors. Our partnerships help us understand the skills employers need and the challenges facing our rapidly changing society.

Our criminology and sociology courses are led by academics at the forefront of pioneering research. They're also deeply passionate about teaching. We're committed to enriching your academic journey and ensuring your success beyond graduation. Join us to explore critical societal issues and develop the skills needed for a meaningful and impactful career.
Liz Cain, Head, Department of Sociology
Our criminology and sociology courses are led by academics at the forefront of pioneering research. They're also deeply passionate about teaching. We're committed to enriching your academic journey and ensuring your success beyond graduation. Join us to explore critical societal issues and develop the skills needed for a meaningful and impactful career.
Liz Cain, Head, Department of Sociology