Research
We have a vibrant research community, made up of staff and students from around the world. Although each discipline has distinct methodological approaches, we share a passion for studying ideas and practices relating to all aspects of human life and experience.
Our mission
Our research aims to contribute to the theoretical advancement of the state of knowledge in the arts, humanities and social sciences, whilst achieving real-world effects by focusing on current global societal challenges and the cultural and socio-economic aspects at the core of large-scale human problems. We engage with a wide range of stakeholders. Interdisciplinarity is at the heart of what we do, and we pride ourselves on conducting collaborative research of the highest quality.
People
Our staff work with external organisations, from the Government to international businesses, ensuring that our research has a real-world impact.
Professor Glenn Parry
Associate Dean Research, Faculty of Arts, Business & Social Sciences
I am interested in the digital economy and particularly how that changes business models. I ask what value is and what 'Good' means for an organisation. Really understanding organisational goals helps us better define what good looks like in a given context. More money, more customers, better products, services and social good are the focus when I talk about ...
Spotlight on our research
Our Faculty has a very active research community. Our research has great impact, and we are proud to highlight our achievements through a series of short films, told by our research authors.
Themes, groups and centres
Our research groups and centres are investigating six broad and strategically important research themes, as a way to highlight what we do and where we are making a difference.
Open Research
In these case studies, researchers explain how they have used open and transparent practices to carry out and communicate their research, and explore the benefits and challenges of being open.
Find out more about Open Research at Surrey.
Let us FASSinate you
Our cutting-edge research investigates ideas and practices relating to all aspects of human life and experiences.
Is Brexit an uncivil debate?
Should there be equality for robots?
How far would you go to save the planet?
What if today’s technology is laying the foundation for tomorrow’s combat systems?
Impact Acceleration Account
The social science Impact Acceleration Account (IAA) is funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). The funding will support our researchers and postgraduate research students in developing effective collaborations with businesses, policy-makers, third sector organisations, and other industry sector groups.
People
Our staff work with external organisations, from the Government to international businesses, ensuring that our research has a real-world impact.