Senior Lecturer and inter-disciplinary scholar, Dr Sweta Rajan-Rankin, has been awarded a remarkable sum of money from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) in the latest … Read more
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Research on flexible working makes significant impact at home and abroad
Professor Heejung Chung’s research, to develop and enhance flexible working policy and practice, has influenced both national and international governance. Flexible working is used by … Read more
SSPSSR third in Times Higher Education research rankings
Research in the School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research (SSPSSR) has been ranked third in the UK by the Times Higher Education The … Read more
Meet your lecturer: Professor Iain Wilkinson
Read our Q&A with Professor Iain Wilkinson, Professor of Sociology and Head of SSPSSR What’s your taught subject at Kent? Sociological Theory, Enlightenment Revolution and … Read more
Cancer care failings identified by CHSS Director, Professor Stephen Peckham
Evaluation of the Government’s progress against its policy commitments relating to cancer services in England is published A report, which Professor Stephen Peckham co-authored, for … Read more
How will I be supported during my studies at SSPSSR?
As a student beginning your undergraduate studies at SSPSSR, you can expect to feel welcomed and well-supported with your learning. You’ll find a reassuring range … Read more
Care home quality ratings linked to the working conditions of staff
Research led by Kent’s Centre for Health Services Studies (CHSS) and Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) has found that improving working conditions and reducing staff turnover can increase … Read more
Everything you need to know about postgraduate study at the Tizard Centre
Register now for a webinar showcasing everything you need to know about postgraduate study at the University of Kent’s Tizard Centre! The Tizard Centre, based … Read more
New study demonstrates how home care can reduce NHS costs
A new study led by Kent’s Personal Social Services Research Unit (PSSRU) has found that higher home care supply in a local authority can significantly reduce … Read more
Dr Beth Breeze awarded an OBE in New Year Honours List
We are delighted to report that Dr Beth Breeze has been been made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) “For services to Philanthropic Research and Fundraising”. … Read more