Social and Political Sciences, Philosophy, and Anthropology

Global league table showcases breadth of Exeter’s academic expertise

Subjects across the academic spectrum at the University of Exeter have been ranked among the world’s best according to a...

Young people’s interactions with nature influenced by Instagram and TikTok, study shows

Young people’s engagement with platforms like Instagram, TikTok and Minecraft is shaping how they understand and interact with the natural...

Experts call for a new Cornish Senate to tackle key problems with healthcare, housing and the economy

Experts have called for Cornwall to have its own parliament with powers to tackle key problems with healthcare, housing and...

Simple, one-fits-all solutions to disability inclusion in the House of Commons are ineffective and can compound issues facing disabled politicians, report warns

The increasingly complex and wide-ranging role of MPs, and the weight of expectations placed on them by voters, makes it...

Innovative new political education curriculum will help children explore society’s most complex challenges

An innovative new curriculum led by political experts will help children around the country explore society’s most complex challenges. The...

Encouraging quiet during zoo visits might lead to a better appreciation of the animals

Encouraging quietness during zoo trips can help visitors better appreciate their inhabitants and lead to more fulfilling, respectful and informative...

University of Exeter expert joins international group investigating how wellness “borrows” from religion

Major new research will show the impact of religious practices being “borrowed” for wellness activities such as yoga or mindfulness....