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According to the latest Research Excellence Framework, Stirling University secured 3rd place in Scotland and ranked among the top 25 UK institutions for Social Work and Social Policy research. An impressive 100% of our research environment and 88% of our research outputs were classified as world-leading or internationally excellent. As a PhD candidate in Sociology and Social Policy, you'll gain from our commitment to global community engagement and impactful research that drives positive societal change. Our faculty members boast exceptional international research profiles, and you'll join an academic community that partners with prestigious centers including The Centre for Child Wellbeing and Protection and the Dementia Services Development Centre. Our research actively informs policy, transforms perspectives, and enhances lives. Postgraduate researchers in Sociology and Social Policy play a vital role in our mission, and we provide an nurturing, inspiring environment to support your academic aspirations.