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Research in the College of Social Sciences

We address challenges confronting society and the economy, from shedding light on the refugee crisis, to providing a framework of character education in schools, through to developing leaders in the NHS.

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We are telling the stories of real people whose lives have positively changed as a result of our research. Through photography and compelling stories, Unfiltered Lives goes beneath the surface to the heart of why our researchers do what they do.

    Areas of research

  • Business School

    We contribute to academic debate worldwide, with projects funded by the Research Councils, major trusts, professional institutions, government departments and the EU.

  • Education

    One of the largest research-led schools of education in the UK with a number of research centres as well as research groups.

  • Government and Society

    One of the leading UK and International centres for governance, politics, international development, public management, Russian and European studies.

  • Social Policy

    We make a practical difference in the real world through teaching, professional training, policy advice and our work with local communities, the public and the media.

Research centres in the College of Social Sciences

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