Professor Chris Grover, Head of Department, on what makes our interdisciplinary department special
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Diverse. Creative. Changing the world.
Media and Cultural Studies | Social Work | Sociology
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In the UK for Social Work
Complete University Guide 2024
For Communications and Media Studies
Complete University Guide 2024
In Britain for Sociology
Times Education World University Rankings 2023
In the world for Sociology
QS World University subject ranking 2023
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Supporting and improving the wellbeing of staff and students
We promote working practices that strive to provide a supportive, caring environment that includes activities, opportunities and time to look after our wellbeing.
Find out more on our wellbeing and resilience siteStudy
Whatever your background, you can find inspiration, develop new skills and build a community in our diverse courses.
Research
Discover how our world-leading research shifts ways of thinking, engages with diverse communities, and has a significant societal impact.
Read about our past research: Sociology Department Research Archive
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Digital Media Studio
Our Media and Cultural Studies degrees blend theory and practice, helping students develop flexible critical and creative skills for a changing media landscape. The Digital Media Studio provides access to loanable technology and tools to build and enhance skills in critical (digital) media practices.
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Experiencing Sociology
Experiencing Sociology is a programme for major and combined major undergraduate students studying Sociology. The programme runs alongside the main academic programme of study to support students' personal and career development, as well as their integration into our vibrant department culture.
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Social Work at Lancaster
Our social work teaching partnerships demonstrate our commitment to working with employers in order to improve student placements and better prepare students for employment after graduation. The value of this work is reflected in the high regard employers have for our graduates.
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