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Knowledge of social science is a necessary prerequisite for being able to cope with and solve some of today's most pressing global issues, such as the environment, health, poverty, growth and democracy. The research and education done at the faculty focuses in various ways on society and social issues.
Our researchers are of high international standing, having reached prominence in a number of fields such as welfare research, applied IT, gender issues, sustainable development and developmental psychology. Our educational programmes and courses have a solid scientific basis. We put a lot of effort into designing our study programmes so they provide a theoretical foundation and also help students to put that knowledge to practical use within the chosen vocational field.
Researchers at Umeå University examine the impact of tasers on the Norwegian police and legal security.
Adrian Bumann at the Department of Informatics is awarded the prestigious Langefors Award 2025.
On 5 November, Umeå University will be filled with around 4,000 young people attending the fair "Öppet hus".
Björn Norlin has released a new book on early educational initiatives aimed at Sweden’s Sámi population.
What links green cheese, AI and cancer tests? They're themes in 16 projects sharing €10 million in EU funding.
Research project will investigate how parents’ health is influenced by their children’s market attachment.
Nils Eriksson’s 37-year journey through academia is a story of collaboration, learning, and continuous growth.
Arctic Six Chair Niklas Eklund will address security issues and lead the work for Arctic Security forward.
Alumnus Asim Mehmood from Pakistan hopes to make a long-lasting impact in his community and beyond.