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Oxford is a world-leading centre for research across the disciplines of the social sciences. Characterised by a wide range of methodologies, themes and fields of scholarship, multi-disciplinary research and innovative ideas thrive in an environment underpinned by excellence across the disciplines of the social sciences. Our size and shape mean that we are well placed to respond, and contribute, to many of the challenges and themes emerging from funding bodies and government.

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Research and Impact Strategy 2023 - 2028

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Social Sciences Division REF 2021

Research news highlights

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Social scientists join University's delegation to UN biodiversity conference (COP15)

Chris Patten Blavatnik event

New Chair in Global Security named after Vice Chancellor Louise Richardson

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PI Support and Development Programme launched

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Graduate access programme for students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds in SSD

Thematic research spotlights

AI and Society

AI and Society: Why do social sciences matter?

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Inequality and Poverty: How can social sciences make a difference?

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Climate change and resource management

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COVID-19: How are social sciences making a difference?