PhD Sociology in Coleraine United Kingdom | Ulster University

The School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences fosters a dynamic, interdisciplinary research culture, hosting numerous initiatives that address critical social science issues. We enjoy global recognition for our high-caliber research with worldwide influence. Our focus spans three core areas: enduring and evolving socio-economic issues, policymaking in divided communities, and advancing social justice locally and globally. Prospective Sociology PhD candidates at Ulster University will become part of a scholarly network engaged in influential, policy-oriented research across diverse fields such as Victim Studies, Transitional Justice, Childhood Institutional Abuse, Identity Politics, Post-Conflict Legacies, and Collective Memory. Beyond traditional academic channels like peer-reviewed journals and conferences, we excel at creating knowledge with real-world applications. We maintain robust partnerships with civil society groups, international NGOs, human rights organizations, governmental agencies, oversight institutions, and communities affected by our studies. Our research achievements have earned national and international acclaim, consistently securing top REF impact ratings and prestigious grants from funders including the British Academy, Leverhulme Trust, AHRC, Irish Research Council, and Royal Irish Academy.