Theory and methodology

Our research

We are dedicated to developing new theory and methodology in education and social research.

The group not only works to develop better theory, but also puts theory to work to do better research.

Our Manifold Lab works across the boundaries of science, art and the social to study multi-sensory engagements with learning and behaviour.

Events

We host a range of research seminars:

And we design and deliver Manchester Met’s contribution to the Economic and Social Research Council’s White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership.

Header image: Migration (detail), ©Maskull Lasserre

Meet the team

See contact details, publications history, specialisms and more.

Our expertise

Our research aims and objectives:

  • strengthen the theoretical foundations of educational research and enhance its impact and relevance
  • support the theoretical development of ESRI’s research groups
  • develop cross-disciplinary research methodologies
  • investigate the production, use and control of research knowledge
  • improve relations between theory, practice, policy, and public interest
  • lead the international debate on future directions in theory, methodology and ethics

Our projects