The Social Science and Policy research and enterprise group undertakes applied social science research which is both theoretically and methodologically robust and which seeks to engage critically in public debate on a range of emerging and contemporary policies and practice-based issues.
Our research is often interdisciplinary, combining insights from sociology, psychology, social policy, politics, criminology, social work, counselling and psychotherapy. We work with agencies, organisations, groups and individuals, both in wider society and the local community, to ensure that our research has relevance and impact beyond our centre. Our collaboration with the University of Brighton Community University Partnership Programme (CUPP) creates sustainable partnerships that provide enduring benefits.
Research covers three broad and overlapping research areas:
- Care, health and wellbeing
- Crime, resistance and security and
- Cultural identities and social spaces.
Social Science and Policy offers a vibrant research culture for staff and students alike, providing a supportive environment where researcher development is nurtured and new and early career researchers are encouraged.