Department of Sociology
We aim to build a global reputation for offering a distinct brand of policy-oriented criminology and sociology driven by world-leading methodological innovation. Our work will combat inequalities and champion diversity.
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We are ranked 1st for criminology by the Guardian University Guide 2019 and top 10 for sociology in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019.
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18.03.19
The Web is 30 at Surrey Sociology: A Grand and Glorious Trajectory
By Ranjana Das (with contributions from Kate Burningham, Jane Fielding, Nigel Fielding, Nigel Gilbert,...
13.03.19
Rescinding the ‘Rock’: Masculine imperatives to support and mental health struggles among new fathers
By Ranjana Das & Paul Hodkinson I’m not a steady rock…. Some things just don’t have an outlet....