Astrid's essential role in organising academic, philanthropic and leisure activities to engage students recognized by this the Higher Education Awards panel.
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The Department of Anthropology Department ranks in the global top 100 as part of the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
The Department is bolstered by strong student satisfaction with teaching.
The Department also ranked 3rd in the 'satisfaction with teaching' category.
The Sociology Department ranked in the top 10 in the UK.
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Dr James Johnson, Lecturer in lecturer in Politics and International Relations, has published a new book entitled; Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Warfare
Click here to watch the graduation ceremony of the 2021 School of Social Science graduating class, including an opening statement by the Principal and Vice-Chancellor
Every year the British Society for Middle Eastern Studies awards two early career scholars.
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Congratulations to Kirsty Kernohan, who has received the Alfred Truckell Prize from the Dumfriesshire and Galloway Natural History and Antiquarian Society for her latest article.
"With each object added to the exhibition, we began to realise that what people value is evident in what they protect."
With a population of 230 000, Aberdeen is a city which captures the charm and comfort of a smaller municipality but simultaneously offers the amenities of a large metropolitan city. The beach promenade and surrounding natural areas are excellent for long walks and hikes. The bustling city centre meets the cultural, culinary, and shopping needs of tourist and residents. The airport offers 44 destinations and more than 10 flights a day to London.
King's College was built to house the University, founded by Bishop Elphinstone under a Papal Bull issued by Pope Alexander VI on 10 February 1495. 
The Old Town House was built in 1788 and is the focal point for Old Aberdeen. Today it is home to the King's Museum and offers various exhibits. 
Fully completed in 2014, Aberdeen Sports Village offers an Olympic-size swimming pool, a 25 metre diving pool, a full-size indoor football pitch and a gym.
Sir Duncan Rice Library was designed by Danish architects Schmidt, Hammer and Lassen and opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabth II in 2012. 
Elphinstone Lawn is located at the heart of the university surrounded by New King's (c. 1913), Elphinstone Hall (c. 1930) and King's College Chapel (c. 1509).
Located a short train ride from Aberdeen, Dunnottar Castle in Stonehaven offers some of the most majestic and spectacular views of the North Sea.
The National Trust for Scotland operates guided tours of Fyvie Castle. This 13th century fortress boasts a lavish collection of oil paintings and statues. 
The address of the University of Aberdeen School of Social Science is:
School of Social Science
University of Aberdeen
Edward Wright Building
Dunbar Street
Aberdeen
AB24 3QY
Telephone: +44 (0)1224 272726
Email: socsci@abdn.ac.uk
Please see the People section for specific contacts.
