4th
in the UK for Sociology
The Complete University Guide 2026
1st
for Student Experience in Criminology
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
Top 15
in the UK for Social Policy
The Complete University Guide 2024
1st
in the UK for Research Quality in Sociology
Complete University Guide 2026
2ND
in the UK for Graduate Prospects in Criminology
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
100%
of Social Policy research impact rated 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'
Research Excellence Framework 2021
100%
of Communication, Culture and Media research impact rated 'world-leading'
Research Excellence Framework 2021