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Professor Daniel Muijs

Head of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work

Our vision is underpinned by a commitment to the principles of excellence, transparency and inclusiveness and the creation of an academic environment in which all staff and students feel valued and possess a shared sense of ownership and commitment to what the School seeks to achieve.

There are over 650 undergraduate students enrolled in the School, 800 postgraduates, 130 doctoral students and over 150 members of staff.

We hope that you find what you are looking for in these pages and very much welcome questions you may have about any aspect of our work.

DISCOVER OUR SCHOOL

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Study at SSESW

Get a world-leading education with a range of developmental and employability opportunities leading to diverse career options.

Careers and Employability

We work closely with the University's Careers, Employability and Skills service to support our students throughout their time at Queen's.

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Graduate Testimonials

Read what some of our graduates have to say about their experience of studying with us and see what they did next.

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Research

Our pioneering work and facilities for researchers.

Work with Us

Game changers wanted. Explore current vacancies.

Our People

Get in touch and discover more.

Open Learning

Our Open Learning short courses are open to all adults, regardless of age or qualifications.

NICILT

Offering a range of services to teachers and learners of modern languages.

GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

Our research and teaching crosses many boundaries. Our international connections are key to achieving our goal to make a social difference globally and locally. We work in diverse ways with academics, institutions, agencies and ministries across the world.

Our visiting researchers and international collaborators enrich our life in the School.

Our Study Abroad options help us to consider different perspectives and give us new experiences. With staff, students and alumni from all over the world we know that our diversity and our international collaborations enrich all of our university experiences.

We will continue to grow our international collaborations together facing many global challenges working towards a more sustainable future for all.

We welcome new connections in Social Sciences, Education and Social Work and our International Student Ambassadors can offer a first-hand view of what it is like to be part of the School.

For further information contact our Director of Internationalization .

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NEWSLETTER

Our newsletter highlights the notable activities and innovation involving staff and students in the School.

Our aim of making a social difference is at the core of all our teaching, research and engagement with professionals and policy makers, both nationally and internationally. We aim to connect the Northern Ireland community with world leading experts and to share with the global audience the recognised excellence in Northern Ireland schools and agencies.

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YOUR STUDENTS' UNION

Queen’s Students' Union is here to make your life at Queen's enriching, rewarding and fun. It’s run by Queen's students for students, and you’ll be a member along with 24,000 others!

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GREEN IMPACT

We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and improving the environment for all. Our Green Impact Team, made up of both staff and students, works towards reducing the School’s carbon impact.

FACILITIES

The School is situated across a suite of three buildings in Belfast's Queen's Quarter. We provide student and staff common rooms, computer suites and designated study spaces.

Explore our Facilities