Ysgol Graddedigion Gwyddorau Cymdeithasol Cymru
WGSSS is a watershed for the social sciences in Wales. Building on the success of the ESRC Wales DTP, we are strengthened by new university members, a powerful group of strategic partners, and a deep commitment from stakeholders. WGSSS will nurture social science researchers from all backgrounds, delivering outstanding training and practical preparation for a wide range of careers, and impacting upon communities in Wales and around the world.
WGSSS is a collaboration between
What is the WGSSS?
WGSSS trains top-level social scientists across Wales on a range of issues affecting society today.
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WGSSS offers over 70 ESRC studentships annually through our General and Collaborative Studentship Competitions.
Subject Pathways
WGSSS is constituted by 15 Subject Pathways organised within 5 broad Thematic Clusters.
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Research Topic: British National (Overseas) HongKongers, their conflicts with existing Chinese communities and the implications for Identity Politics in the UK
Subject Pathway: Politics, International Relations and Global Language Based Area Studies
Thematic Cluster: Rights and Governance Cluster