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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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Five British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowships awarded to Oxford social scientists

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New 'Common Ground Seminar Series' launches with session on the AI and Society interface

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Innovation Fellowship deliver programme of creative and engaging events to explore culture change in the Social Sciences

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Oxford-led consortium wins £18 million in renewed funding for doctoral studentships

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