Department of Sociology
We aim to build a global reputation for offering a distinct brand of policy-oriented sociology, criminology, and media and communication, driven by world-leading methodological innovation. Our work will combat inequalities and champion diversity.
Welcome to the Department
Listen to our Head of Department, Professor Jon Garland, talk about what you can expect when you join us in September, including how we're moving to 'hybrid education' to ensure we all stay safe.
Study with us
We offer a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, research courses as well as CPD and short courses.
Research
We are widely recognised for our field-defining and conceptually driven empirical research and its pioneering quantitative and qualitative methods work.
Business
We work closely with businesses to give you have the opportunity to become a Professional Training placement provider with us and to train your staff with our host of day courses.
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Latest blog posts
27.07.20
What do parents think about Child Proton Beam Therapy?
By Nadia Haerizadeh-Yazdi, former Postgraduate Researcher Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) is an advanced mode...
09.06.20
The coronavirus pandemic and prison mental health
By Megan Georgiou, Postgraduate Researcher The COVID-19 pandemic has presented significant challenges...