School of Law and Social Sciences


Welcome to the home of Law and Social Sciences at Aston.

Aston Law School

Aston Law School

Taking a practical approach to law studies, with research that impacts the legal profession and a student experience beyond the lecture theatre.
Department of Communication and Culture

Department of Communication and Culture

We are a closely integrated, innovative, multilingual and multidisciplinary department with an international outlook.
Department of Society and Politics

Department of Society and Politics

Applying real world knowledge and building critical skills across politics, international relations, sociology and criminology.

Find out more about the work of the School of Law and Social Sciences below:

Student and Graduate Stories

Student and Graduate Stories

Discover some amazing stories from our current students and graduates.
Student Experiences

Student Experiences

Discover what it is like to study in the School of Law and Social Sciences.
Listen to the 'Society matters' Podcast

Listen to the 'Society matters' Podcast

Society matters is a podcast which explores some of the fascinating work of academics within the School on current societal matters that shape our world and the way that people live.
Staff Blogs

Staff Blogs

Find out the benefits of studying a history degree from Brian Sudlow, a history lecturer at Aston University.
Research

Research

Our impactful research is world-leading and informs our teaching
Staff

Staff

Search for staff in teaching, research and support positions across the School
Advisory Board

Advisory Board

Our School has an active advisory board comprised of experienced regional, national and international members