Social Sciences: Social Statistics & Demography

Huge quantities of data are collected each day, in every country on Earth. But what does it all mean?

Huge quantities of data are collected each day, in every country on Earth. But what does it all mean?

As social statisticians, we make it our business to analyse and understand this torrent of numbers.

At Southampton, we develop the vital tools to make sense of the figures and we work with colleagues to find ways to use this valuable information to benefit society.

Our particular interests relate to health and wellbeing, population and migration. We collaborate with colleagues across the University, contributing our analytical expertise to address these challenging issues.

A library for the 21st century

Our libraries are second to none. Find out more about our books and digital resources.

A multidisciplinary approach

We work across disciplines, developing and applying statistical and demographic methodology for the social sciences.

Working in specialist centres

Much of our work is carried out in Social Sciences' network of highly respected research centres.

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“The quality of the staff, the courses and the research here is second to none.”

Kate Jowett, BSc Population Sciences, MSc Demography, PhD