Sociology and Social Policy
Summary
Postgraduate studies in Sociology and Social Policy will enhance your understanding of contemporary society, emerging social issues, and national and international developments in social policy.
Supervisor(s)
Dr David Bray, Dr Salvatore Babones, Dr Craig Browne, Dr Danielle Celermajer, Dr Catriona Elder, Dr Amanda Elliot, Dr Fiona Gill, Professor Michael Humphrey, Dr Gyu-Jin Hwang, Dr Karl Maton, Dr Rebecca Scott Bray
Research Location
Department of Sociology and Social Policy, School of Social and Political Sciences (SSPS)
Program Type
Masters/PHD
Synopsis
Sociology is the study of human behaviour and patterns of social interaction in their institutional, organisational and cultural settings. Sociological research at the University of Sydney emphasises both an historical and comparative approach to understanding the modern world and contemporary social issues. Staff in the department of Sociology and Social Policy have expertise in a large number of research areas and are currently working on a range of specific research projects, commissioned consultancies and publications. The department encourages a culture of research and debate, and fosters research through individual and collaborative research development amongst staff, and through the development of a strong postgraduate research degree program.
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Keywords
social policy, social interaction, social movements, law and justice, religion, gender, sexuality, colonialism, terrorism; feminism, popular culture.
Opportunity ID
The opportunity ID for this research opportunity is: 463