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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.
Umeå’s Arctic research at the centre of international dialogue on the climate’s future.
When Nils Eriksson gave his first lecture, there was still no email, and smoke hung thick in the corridors.
CEO of Coop Nord appointed to the USBE Advisory Board.
New study shows that drinking is common even among older adults, a group that is often excluded from research.
27 professors write in GP that children's digital reality is unfortunately not being taken seriously.
Angelos Kostis wins the USBE Research Institute Scientific Award 2025.
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.