Research in the School of Social Sciences
The School of Social Sciences fosters an environment that supports the research activity of academic staff and higher degree research candidates. It is also proud of its productive and cooperative relationships with University research centres in cognate areas.
Urban and Regional Research Program
The Urban and Regional Research Program provides a focus for interdisciplinary research and scholarship on cities and regions.
Religion and Society Research Cluster
The group explores religion and spirituality in the contemporary context of multicultural and multi-faith societies.
Sexualities and Genders Research
An epistemological, pedagogical and ethical project of engaged research with diversity to build ethical relationships among young people and communities in an era of dramatic social, cultural, economic and political change.
Ongoing Research Projects
The School of Social Sciences has ongoing projects in various area of study. Find out more about the ongoing projects.
Humanitarian and Development Research Initiative (HADRI)
HADRI focus on the complex interplay of ideas surrounding international response and management of natural and man-made disasters, and the consequent efforts to induce development or to rebuild states.
Professor Adam Possamai discusses his research on hyper-real religions.
Doctor Kate Huppatz is an Associate Professor within the School of Social Sciences. She discusses her research of gender and social class, particularly the labor market and mothering practices.
Professor Cristina Rocha gives an overview of the different research projects she has conducted as well as discusses her latest research on the growth of Pentecostalism, particularly its impact on Brazilians.
Dr Garth Lean is a Senior Lecturer in Tourism and Heritage Studies in the School of Social Sciences. He discusses his latest research projects on travel and tourism.
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