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Welcome to the Department of Sociology in the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy at Trinity College Dublin. Ranked among the Top 150 Sociology departments in the world (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023), we are a leading hub for research on migration, ethnicity and inequalities offering innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programmes among an internationally diverse student and staff community.
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We are hiring!
The Department of Sociology is hiring a Research Fellow to join a team investigating the real live experiences, intentions and strategies of EU migrant workers. This project is a collaboration between Queens University Belfast and Trinity College Dublin and is funded by the HEA. Closing date is July 12th.
Trinity Hosts Debate on the Future of The Philippines-Ireland Relations
Daniel Faas, Professor in Sociology, hosted the Honorable Maria Elena P. Algabre, Assistant Secretary for European Affairs, The Philippines, and Martin Murray, Executive Director of Asia Matters, to discuss the role of the Philippines in global trade, EU-Philippines trade priorities and opportunities for partnerships with Ireland.
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Celebrating Teaching Excellence: Dermot McAleese TA Awards 2024
The School of Social Sciences and Philosophy honoured 4 outstanding teaching assistants at the Dermot McAleese Teaching Awards on May 28th. In the Department of Sociology, Imogen Eve was awarded the honour for her dedication to her teaching role.
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Professor Yekaterina Chzhen elected as Fellow on Trinity Monday
Professor Chzhen was named as a Fellow this morning by Provost Linda Doyle at the annual Trinity Monday celebration. Her research focuses on poverty and inequality across the life course, focusing on material well-being, education, health and life satisfaction.