The School of Social and Political Science embraces the subject areas of Politics and International Relations, Social Anthropology, Social Policy, Social Work, Sociology, and Science, Technology and Innovation Studies.
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The School of Social and Political Science is housed in the Chrystal Macmillan building, breaking the long tradition of naming buildings in George Square after eminent 18th century men.
School of Social and Political Science, Chrystal Macmillan Building, 15A George Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9LD
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Prof Joyce Tait named as one of UK's leading figures in Biobusiness
The School of Social and Political Science’s Professor Joyce Tait – the co-director of the Innogen Institute - has been named as one of the UK’s 50 leading women in biobusiness in recognition of her contribution to healthcare innovation.
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Global Health Policy Unit launches new website
Our Global Health Policy Unit (GHPU) has launched a new website, making it easier to learn about all its teaching, research and other activities addressing major challenges across the world.
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