Birkbeck Institute for Social Research

The Birkbeck Institute for Social Research (BISR) is the focal point for social research at Birkbeck, and a hub for the dissemination and discussion of social research in London and beyond. BISR brings together academic staff and research students from across the College, and has a distinctively critical and socially-engaged approach to social research.

A great place for research

The Birkbeck Institute for Social Research is the hub for Sociology at Birkbeck, which has risen 15 places in the REF2014 rankings, and is now 13th in the UK

Social science hub

We are a focal point for the support, dissemination and discussion of critical and publicly engaged social science in London and beyond

Mailing list

Podcasts

Twitter

Events

11 December 2020 - 16:00 Care(free)
BiGS Artist in Association 2020/21
8 March 2021 - 09:30 Ability Programme One to One Appointments Day
Dedicated 20 minute one to one sessions to address anything you may be concerned about in terms of your Career development
8 March 2021 - 11:00 Critical Thinking for Beginners
In this online workshop, we'll learn about critical thinking through creative approaches.
8 March 2021 - 13:00 Breaking Barriers Kit: How to get your assignments started using apps and software
Don't know where to start? Learn some strategies for getting your assignment started.