The Department gives a clear priority to research and staff work across the three disciplines of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Work, with a distinctive emphasis on theoretically-informed work of direct relevance to policy and practice.
Social theory is fundamental to much of our work.
All the major funding bodies have funded our research. Our research has a strong international dimension. For example, an international research programme on globalism and social policy has been established in partnership with governments and NGOs, especially in Europe. Many members of staff have made a direct impact on international, national and local policy and practice. Research dissemination is a priority.