At the University of Glasgow School of Social & Political Sciences, we combine world-leading research and teaching to tackle today’s most pressing social and political challenges. Join a global community and develop the knowledge and skills to drive meaningful change
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Our Research
The School of Social and Political Sciences is one of the UK's leading centres for social science research, internationally recognised for excellence in political science and international relations, sociology, and social policy.
Rooted in disciplinary expertise and enriched by an interdisciplinary outlook, we combine ambitious, curiosity-driven research with mission-driven impact. Our mission is to shape knowledge on people, place and policy.
Our Research Centres
- Centre for Business History in Scotland
- Centre for Disability Research
- Centre for Russian, Central and East European Studies (CRCEES)
- Centre for Sustainable, Healthy and Learning Cities and Neighbourhoods (SHLC)
- Gambling Research Glasgow
- Glasgow University Media Group
- Scottish Centre for China Research
- Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research
- Social and Digital Change Group
- Urban Big Data Centre
- UK Collaborative Centre for Housing Evidence (CaCHE)
Why the School of Social & Political Sciences?
Join a global community of 3,000+ students from 110+ countries and learn alongside academics from almost 40 nationalities. Gain new perspectives, expand your network, and develop the skills to make a difference.
Rankings
The School of Social & Political Sciences:
- World top 100 for Sociology, Politics, Social Policy & Administration, and Communication & Media Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2026)
- World top 100 for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, 2026)
- UK top 15 for Social Policy, Sociology, Politics & International Relations, and Communication & Media Studies (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, 2027)
- UK top 20 for Social Policy, Sociology, and Politics, with Sociology ranked 4th in the UK (Complete University Guide, 2027)
- UK top 25 for Sociology & Social Policy and Politics & International Relations (Guardian University Guide, 2027)
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