The Guardian University Rankings 2022: Politics & IR climbs 30 places!
The Department is bolstered by strong student satisfaction with teaching.
Anthropology 5th in the UK in The Guardian University Rankings 2022
The Department also ranked 3rd in the 'satisfaction with teaching' category.
The Guardian University Rankings 2022: another outstanding year for Sociology
The Sociology Department ranked in the top 10 in the UK.
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Dr James Johnson publishes new book!
Dr James Johnson, Lecturer in lecturer in Politics and International Relations, has published a new book entitled; Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Warfare
Watch the 2021 summer graduation ceremony!
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
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Kirsty Kernohan, PhD student in anthropology, publishes award-winning article
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.
Information on COVID-19
For the latest updates on how Covid-19 is impacting the university and your studies please click here.
M.Litt Students Launch Virtual Museum Exhibition on Safekeeping
"With each object added to the exhibition, we began to realise that what people value is evident in what they protect."
- Discover the City of Aberdeen - The Energy Capital of Europe
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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.
- Explore the University of Aberdeen campus - over 500 years of history
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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).
- Visit the major attractions and landmarks of Aberdeenshire
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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.
- Contact the University of Aberdeen School of Social Science
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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 3QYTelephone: +44 (0)1224 272726
Email: socsci@abdn.ac.uk
Please see the People section for specific contacts.
