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Social & Historical Sciences at UCL is an intellectually diverse and widely regarded as world leading, with the 2020 Times Higher World University Rankings placing our social sciences 11th in the world and our arts and humanities disciplines 6th.

Analysis: Did prehistoric women hunt?

New research suggests so - For a long time, it was assumed that hunting in prehistoric societies was primarily carried out by men. Now a new study adds to a body of evidence challenging this idea, says Honorary Research Fellow Dr Annemieke Milks (UCL Archaeology).

Analysis: Remote-work visas will shape the future of work, travel and citizenship

As Bermuda is the first country to issue 12-month remote work visas, PhD researcher Dave Cook (UCL Anthropology) asserts this will change the future of work and our views on citizenship.

Foreign investment expected to fall 37% post-Brexit

Foreign investment into the UK is now predicted to fall by 37% post-Brexit, a 50% increase over previous estimates, as a result of leaving the EU single market and customs union, finds a new study by UCL and LSE economists.

Rise in heat-related deaths linked to climate change

The last two decades have seen a 54% increase in heat-related deaths in older people linked to worsening climate change, a new international report led by UCL researchers has revealed.

Meet Betty Romary, UCL’s Oldest Living Alumna

Betty Romary (UCL History 1937) is an extraordinary woman. Endlessly curious, fiercely socialist and a proud rule-breaker, she is also 100 years old.

UCL alumnus & art historian explores the myth-making and hidden meanings of 21st-century popular culture

Presented by UCL History of Art alumnus Professor Richard Clay, this is a journey that takes us from Paris to Margate, from the streets of Manhattan to the Accademia Gallery in Florence.

COVID-19 and the US Presidential Election

Hear Dr Nick Witham (UCL Americas) on Episode 25 of the acclaimed UCL Minds podcast series 'Coronavirus: The Whole Story'; all about the role that Coronavirus is playing in voter decisions in America.

UCL launches new Centre on US Politics

In August UCL launched its new Centre on US Politics (CUSP), providing a home for cutting-edge research, critical analysis, and expert commentary on political developments in the United States.

We are a large and vibrant community of academics and students working in eight departments and institutes: the Departments of Anthropology, Economics, Geography, History, History of Art and Political Science, and the Institutes of the Americas, Archaeology and Advanced Studies. Our interests span the globe, as we seek to understand the social, political, economic, cultural and environmental processes that have shaped the world over time.

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Anthropology

UCL Anthropology studies humanity in all its aspects: from our evolution as a species, to our relationship with the material world, and our vast variety of social practices and cultural forms.

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Archaeology

The UCL Institute of Archaeology is one of the largest centres for archaeology, cultural heritage and museum studies in Britain. Founded in 1937, it is one of very few places in the world actively pursuing research on a global scale in the archaeological sciences, heritage studies and world archaeology. 

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Economics

The Department of Economics at UCL has an outstanding international reputation in key areas of current research. Students study contemporary topics such as globalisation, the regulation of public utilities and policy choices in developing countries.

Geography

Geography

The Department of Geography at UCL is a world-leading centre for teaching, research and public engagement. We address many urgent concerns facing the world, including climate change, urban development, migration, environmental management and geopolitics

History

History

The UCL History department is consistently ranked as one of the best in the world for its research and teaching. Our programmes make this an exciting place to study over 5000 years of history across every continent, from the ancient Middle East to the twenty-first century.

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History of Art

The History of Art Department at UCL is one of the most dynamic centres for the study of art history and visual cultures in the world. Known for our critical and self-reflexive approach to the subject, we are committed to a wide range of critical, historical and historiographical inquiry.

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Political Science

The Department of Political Science/School of Public Policy began as Britain's only department focused on graduate teaching and research.

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The Americas

UCL's Institute of the Americas is a leading multidisciplinary specialist institution for the study of Canada, the Caribbean, Latin America and the United States.

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Welcome from the Dean 

Professor Sasha Roseneil

Professor Sasha Roseneil - Dean of the Faculty of Social & Historical Sciences

"In meeting virtually, we are doing things differently out of necessity - but at UCL, and in Social and Historical Sciences in particular, we have always done things differently. We are a community of innovators who work at the cutting edge of our disciplines, moving quickly to grapple with new and emerging social, economic and political challenges.

The Faculty's nine Departments and Institutes are amongst the very best in the world in their fields. Our academics embrace - and can teach you - the full spectrum of methodological and theoretical approaches, including the most up to date computational and data intensive, geo-spatial, and bio-social approaches and a wide range of cultural, cross-national, ethnographic and visual modes of research. The Faculty is also a warm, welcoming and diverse community, in which you will quickly build connections with your lecturers and fellow students.

In these uncertain times, the social and historical sciences offer vital tools for making sense of our changing world. Studying with us will enhance your ability to navigate your own career and life pathways in the coming years. It's great to have you visit UCL today - I hope you will find a programme within the Faculty that captures your interest and excites your intellect."

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