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for Criminology and 14th in the UK for Sociology in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025.
World Top 100
for Sociology in the QS World Ranking by subject 2025.
Discover real-world social issues, and the ways to address them. Our staff push the boundaries of teaching and research in areas including culture, crime and technology, ensuring your learning is based on the most up-to-date topics and theories.
Thinking about your options? Our Clearing alerts will help you find your place this year.
Join us, and you’ll have access to our industry connections and overseas opportunities, helping you find your career path. As a renowned University of Sanctuary, we welcome students of all backgrounds and nationalities.
You'll also be guaranteed an offer of a room in accommodation owned, managed or approved by us if you meet certain criteria after getting a Clearing place.
*Gold in the most recent Teaching Excellence Framework (2023), and Joint 10th in the Times Higher Education ranking of the most recent Research Excellence Framework (2021).
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alongside Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial in the latest TEF/REF rankings
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NatWest Student Living Index 2024
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and 1st in Yorkshire and the Humber
Complete University Guide 2026
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The Sunday Times (and others)
More than 20 awards for gender equality
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