Faculty of Social Sciences
We are a leading Faculty of Social Sciences and our rankings reflect this across our subject areas. We're ranked 1st in Scotland and top 15 in the UK for Criminology, top 5 in Scotland and top 20 in the UK for Social Policy, and top 15 in the UK for Education (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).
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Study with us
With a diverse range of globally recognised courses, we’ll help you to be the difference in your chosen career. From sociology to education, all of our social science courses are taught by lecturers who are experts in their fields.
We deliver many courses that facilitate opportunities for you to gain widespread practical experience, promote postgraduate research, and allow you to achieve your ambitions.
Social Sciences divisions
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Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology
We use our expertise in Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology to understand and improve society.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Faculty's Equality Diversity and Inclusion Committee works in a number of areas including protected characteristics (under the Equality Act), social class and gender. The committee is comprised of academics, professional service staff and post-graduate researchers.
We proudly hold a bronze Athena Swan award for our commitment to gender equality, which involves delivering a five-year action plan on intersectional inequalities.