Research carried out by Oxford's sociologists has tremendous impact on the wider world. While the impact of some research is evident immediately, in other cases it can take years, or even decades, before the true value becomes apparent.
In 2021, the Research Excellence Framework (REF) judged 63% of Oxford’s sociological research to be 4* – the highest score available, indicating research quality that is world-leading in terms of originality, significance, and rigour. This result is the highest overall percentage of research judged to be 4* in the UK within this unit of assessment. 87.5% of the Department's research impact was also judged to be 4*.
Do you work with people in the community, public policy, or a business setting? Would you like to participate in shaping research priorities and directions?
Email Samantha Harper, our Research Impact Facilitator
The Social Sciences Division provides a wide range of resources, opportunities, training and events for DPhil students, research staff and academics at all stages of their careers.
