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Department of Social & Policy Sciences postgraduate research

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A life-changing course: Progressing my career and joining WHO

Louisa Ayebare shares her experiences studying MSc Humanitarianism, Conflict and Development, realising her UN dream and being part of an international cohort.

Doing things I never thought I'd be able to do

Ed Jepson-Randall talks about the support he received from his Director of Studies and the Wellbeing and Disability teams during his first year at Bath.

Pursuing my interest in the criminal justice system

BSc Criminology student Chloe Woolford shares her experience studying at Bath.

Handbook on the Governance and Politics of Migration - A short video explainer

Dr Emma Carmel and Dr Katharina Lenner (SPS) with Dr Regine Paul (University of Bergen) explore key themes and discussions from their new book about migration.

Reflections on the Levelling up White Paper

Blog: Dr Ricky Kanabar offers his reflections on the UK's Levelling Up White Paper, arguing for greater scrutiny of policy initiatives.

Barely any change to gender earnings gap in 25 years accounting for increases in women’s education

A new commentary from Professor Cooke explores why there has been so little change in UK gender wage equality and the necessary policy steps to close the gap.

Understanding the tobacco supply chain

The Tobacco Supply Chain Database unwraps who and what is involved in the process of getting tobacco products from seed to smoker.

Putting people at the heart of  development assistance – locally, nationally and globally

Our research created the Qualitative Impact Protocol (QuIP). This helps to improve lives by effectively assessing international development assistance projects.

Reform to Mental Health Act must prompt change in support for families

As the Queen’s Speech outlined plans for changes to the Mental Health Act, a study highlights the challenging experiences for family members of people detained.

Project to investigate menstrual justice in LMIC countries gets green light thanks to ERC Funding

A project led by Dr Mel Channon with HSS colleagues and international partners has received €1.5 million in funding from the European Research Council (ERC).

Partial basic income in France could empower young people – new report

As France goes to the polls, new analysis suggests that a partial basic income aimed at people aged 20-24 could dramatically benefit disenfranchised youth.

New project investigates links between precarious work and authoritarian politics in Global South

Dr Rosana Pinheiro Machado (SPS) has been awarded €2 million ERC funding to lead ground-breaking research in Brazil, India, and the Philippines.

Researchers call for greater clarity over what constitutes ‘a mental health problem’

A systematic review has uncovered a plethora of models used to understand mental health problems with ramifications for how people are assessed and supported.

Professor Jewkes wins MRS President’s Medal 2021

Leading criminology researcher Yvonne Jewkes (SPS), has been recognised by the MRS for her work researching how prison design can help rehabilitate offenders.