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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



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  • Funding opportunity: ADR UK PhD Studentships

    Funding opportunity: ADR UK PhD Studentships
    WGSSS is pleased to announce the launch of the ADR UK Studentship Competition. This funding opportunity invites PhD supervisors within WGSSS Pathways to submit project proposals. Administrative Data Research (ADR) UK is inviting applications from Economic and Social Research Council… Continue reading “Funding opportunity: ADR UK PhD Studentships”…

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Research Topic: Devolution and the Central State

Subject Pathway: Criminology and Law

Thematic Cluster: Rights and Governance Cluster