News and Events

News

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Social Sciences awards over £210,000 to projects addressing social, economic, cultural, & environmental impacts of COVID-19

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COVID-19 lockdown data shows men travelled 48% more than women

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Young Lives study to provide rapid new insights into COVID-19 impacts

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Coronavirus school closures impact 1.3 billion children - and remote learning is increasing inequality

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Green COVID-19 recovery packages can boost economic growth and help tackle climate change

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Social Sciences COVID-19 projects awarded funding

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OXFO venture 'Crowdless' app helps avoid lockdown crowds

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Demographic science aids in understanding the spread and fatality rates of COVID-19

Events

Below is a list of major upcoming events hosted by our departments. There are hundreds of other events each term across the Social Sciences Division, including seminars, workshops and conferences. You can view a full list at the bottom of this page, or on Oxford Events. To see a dedicated calendar for each department, please visit the 'Events' section on their individual websites.