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Through our research and teaching in Anthropology, Development Studies, Criminology, Political Science, Sociology and Gender Studies, the School of Social and Political Sciences strives to promote social justice, diversity and environmental sustainability – and to create positive change in our world.
Our disciplines
Our School is home to dedicated social and political scientists across a range of disciplines, all passionate about making a difference to people’s lives and improving the world we live in.
Learn about our research networks
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Comparative Network on Refugee Externalisation Policies (CONREP)
CONREP is an international, interdisciplinary six-university network that researches the impact and effects of the externalisation of refugee policies in two regions.
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Justice-involved Young People (JYP) Network
Connecting people working for better outcomes for justice-involved young people in Victoria.
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Medicinal Psychedelics Research Network (MPRN)
The Medicinal Psychedelics Research Network (MPRN) brings together multidisciplinary researchers, policymakers and regulators to focus on the emerging field of medicinal psychedelics.
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Myanmar Research Network
Myanmar Research Network (MRN) is a network of academics, practitioners and students within and beyond the University of Melbourne. The Myanmar Research Network regularly engages in cutting edge research, seminars and events focusing on socio-political, historical, economic, development and other issues in Myanmar or affecting Myanmar communities.
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Narrative Network
The Narrative Network is a network for academics at the University of Melbourne interested in narrative research, founded by Ashley Barnwell and Signe Ravn. The network comprises 70+ members from across the Faculty of Arts and beyond.
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Disability, Diversity and Inclusion Initiative
Centering the voices, experiences and expertise of people with disability across the life through research, training, engagement, and service activities
Partnerships at SSPS
Our invaluable partnerships with The Brotherhood of St Laurence and Scope Australia link the expertise of our researchers with local communities, helping to promote social inclusion, address poverty, and improve the lives of people with disability and their families.