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Research

Our research activity in social statistics informs our inter-disciplinary research applications, which in turn provide a testing ground for methodological innovations.

Many of our researchers contribute to the Cathie Marsh Institute for Social Research (CMI), a dedicated centre for applied quantitative research.

Explore our research and postgraduate study opportunities.

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Research with impact

Find out how our research has an impact on the real world.

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PhD opportunities

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Current projects

Explore our broad, interdisciplinary and collaborative research projects.

Publications

Browse our research outputs and publications.

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Research groups

Our researchers work with a wide range of colleagues from multiple disciplines.

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From conferences and seminars to short courses in research methods and quantitative data analysis.

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  • Office for National Statistics
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  • Manchester Statistical Society
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  • International Association of Survey Statisticians

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