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Studies find hidden social expectations influence when people move, marry and have children

07 May 2026
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MSc Student Spotlight: Ross Harrison

30 March 2026
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Oxford Sociology ranked second globally and first in Europe in 2026 QS rankings

26 March 2026
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From adolescence to adulthood: How empowerment programmes shape women's lives

09 March 2026

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