School of Social Sciences

Making a difference to society

The School of Social Sciences bring together expertise in economics, law, sociology, politics and international relations. Our community of staff and students contribute knowledge that reaches out to local, national and international policy-makers, financial institutions, the media, government, think-tanks, community groups, charities, commerce, judges and legislators. With degrees that make a difference, students take their sought-after skills in research, analysis, and critical thinking to the fields of policy, finance, law, business, media, government, and beyond.  

Teaching excellence

National Student Survey 2024 results:

  • 5th for Politics
  • 7th for Sociology
  • 12th for Economics
  • 13th for Law

Graduate prospects

Embedded placement opportunities ensure that our students go on to employment or further study. Our innovative degrees are designed to connect with in-demand subjects and skills

Events

Meet the team

Professor Bebhinn Donnelly-Lazarov

Head of the School of Social Sciences | Professor of Law

Bebhinn joined Surrey Law School in September 2017, and served as head of school from 2020 - 2024. She became Head of the School of Social Sciences at its inception in August 2024.  Bebhinn is a graduate of Trinity College Dublin (where she was an exhibitioner), The Inns of Court School of Law, and Birmingham University. She is a member of Middle Temple and the Bar of North...