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'Victorian Studies' by Rohan McWilliam
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Humanities and Social Sciences


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  • History and Sociology (which includes Criminology) both ranked in the top third, and Philosophy ranked 16th in the UK (The Guardian University League Table 2013)
  • History ranked 5 in the UK for student satisfaction (The Sunday Times University Guide 2012)
  • 'Excellent' rating for Philosophy and Theology and Religious Studies (The Sunday Times University Guide 2008)
  • 'World-leading' research (History, Research Assessment Exercise 2008)
  • Study Abroad Opportunities in America, Canada and Sweden
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