Social Policy Queen's University Belfast

Overview

This Social Policy programme offered by Queen's University Belfast supports original research across a broad range of social policy issues affecting individuals, communities, and societies. Candidates undertake multidisciplinary investigations into topics such as social inequality, health, education, disability, ageing, criminal justice, family life, and social change, contributing evidence that informs policy and professional practice.

Key Facts

Researchers join an internationally recognised research environment within the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work, working alongside academics whose research influences governments, international organisations, and community stakeholders. The programme promotes engaged scholarship, helping students develop innovative research that advances social justice, wellbeing, equality, and human rights at local, national, and international levels.