Why study with us?

Welcome to the School of Social Sciences. Our aim is to provide the highest quality education founded on social science and to equip students – undergraduate, postgraduate and professional alike - with the skills that will help them make a success of their careers.

We are a large School based in the heart of Nottingham city centre, and our courses offer breadth and depth of study across a wide subject area as well as many key transferrable practical skills.

What our students say

"The School of Social Sciences has a great reputation and provides modern, up-to-date facilities."
James Mellet
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Criminology

What we offer

Professionally recognised courses
Many of our courses are accredited, validated or recognised by their associated professional body, providing recognised qualifications to start or enhance career development. To find out more about course specific accreditation visit our course page.

A flexible learning environment
Our courses are designed to provide students with the flexibility to balance study with work and other personal commitments, therefore part-time and full-time modes of study may be available. If you wish to talk with someone about your particular circumstance and how this will align with your chosen area of study please contact us.

Outstanding reputation for teaching and research
Our students study in a vibrant learning environment with high quality teaching and outstanding student support. Innovative courses and research degrees build on the research and professional strengths of our staff. Official assessments - in psychology, politics and in health - have shown the school's teaching quality as being 'excellent'.

Guest speakers
Experience guest speakers, who bring their own unique take and experience of industry into the University allowing students to network and gain valuable insight and alternative perspectives on key issues.