Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology
Research-led teaching that will challenge you academically and equip you for your career.
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Social science in action
The University of Liverpool is one of the UK's leading centres for sociology, social policy and criminology, and has been for over 100 years. Our shared pursuit of research-based knowledge in support of social justice sets this department apart from most of its contemporaries in the UK and beyond.
- Advanced materials
- Infectious diseases
- Personalised health
- Heritage
- Digital
- Starting well, living well, ageing well
- Climate futures
Discover research at Liverpool:
An influential voice in the world
Throughout our history we have influenced society with novel research insights in fields such as crime, health, welfare, housing, inequality and the operation of political power - at local, national and global levels.
Research Impact
Research Impact
Explore some of the ongoing research projects from the Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology, and the real-life impact they have had.
Interchange
Interchange
Interchange is a registered charity (Charity No:1038129) based in the Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology that provides students with the opportunity to work with Voluntary and Community Organisations on research and work-based learning projects. Read more about the work Interchange do.
Research Clusters
Research Clusters
Researchers in the Department of Sociology, Social Policy, and Criminology are applying their expertise to explore how society is being impacted. Read more about the Department's research clusters.