Research subjects in Social Work and Social Policy at Huddersfield
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Why study a Social Work and Social Policy research degree at Huddersfield?
Our research degrees offer the opportunity to explore and address real-world challenges, supported by a strong, interdisciplinary supervisory team with extensive research and practice-based experience.
Postgraduate research study in these areas enables you to investigate diverse topics, in particular service user and practitioner experiences and the impacts of policies, practices, and interventions on health and wellbeing.
What are the benefits?
- You will join a supportive and interdisciplinary researcher environment, in which academic staff and students are committed to real-world impact of research, including tackling inequalities, improving population health, and enhancing service delivery.
- The research environment is highly interdisciplinary and offers a very diverse range of expertise.
- We are a friendly and inclusive group, with a particular interest in social justice and real-world impact.
- You'll be able to join a wide range of special interest groups that align with their interests, covering topics including mental health, workforce development, social justice, compassionate practice, end of life care, maternal health, sports and rehabilitation, housing, and more.
Research disciplines in Social Work and Social Policy
Social Work
Social Work is a practice-based discipline focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities to improve wellbeing, safeguard vulnerable people, and promote social justice. It combines theoretical knowledge with direct practice to address complex social issues such as poverty, inequality, and safeguarding.
Social Policy
Social Policy examines how governments and institutions develop and implement policies that shape welfare, health, education, and social services. It critically explores the impact of these policies on different groups, particularly in relation to inequality, access, and social justice.
Sociology
Sociology is the study of society, social relationships, and structures, exploring how factors such as class, gender, ethnicity, and power influence people's lives. It provides critical insights into social inequalities and helps explain patterns of behaviour, identity, and social change.
Health and Social Care
Health and Social Care focuses on the delivery, organisation, and experiences of services that support health, wellbeing, and quality of life. It often explores the perspectives of patients, service users, and practitioners, alongside evaluating interventions, systems, and policies in practice.
Housing
Housing examines the role of homes, communities, and housing systems in shaping people's lives and wellbeing. It explores issues such as housing inequality, affordability, homelessness, policy, and neighbourhood change, providing critical insights into how housing influences health, opportunity, and social inclusion.
Useful links
Department of Social and Psychological Sciences
Find out more about our Department of Social and Psychological Sciences, located in our central Huddersfield campus, where you will undertake your studies.
The Graduate School
When you join us a postgraduate researcher, you'll become part of the Graduate School, which aims to bring together staff and services to help you reach your research potential.