About us

One building – three subjects

At the Department of Sociology, the subjects of gender studies, social anthropology and sociology are brought together within the same department. Together these three subjects form a department within the Faculty of Social Sciences. In our staff directory, you can filter staff by subject, for example gender studies.

• Learn more about our three subjects. 
• To our staff directory.

Welcome to our campus in the heart of Lund

The Department of Sociology is located in the very centre of Lund, just a few minutes’ walk from Lund Cathedral and close to Lund Central Station.

Our campus area, known as Paradis, is characterised by leafy surroundings and historic architecture. Within easy walking or cycling distance, you will find study spaces, cafés and restaurants, as well as several other social science departments, the main University Library and the Social Sciences Faculty Library.

Founded in 1947, the Department of Sociology is today one of the largest departments at the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Teaching and research

We have a long and robust tradition of broad, dedicated and diverse teaching and research. Our research revolves around explaining how people organize themselves in social, cultural and historical contexts. Our researchers are engaged in a variety of fields, creating a rich research environment, which is also reflected in our wide range of courses.

The department offers courses and programmes in both English and Swedish at the bachelor’s and master’s level, and also a PhD-programme in both sociology and social anthropology. The Department of Sociology cooperates with a large number of other departments within Lund University and other universities globally.

• Learn more about our courses and programmes
• Learn more about our research
• Learn more about our subjects: gender studies, social anthropology, sociology.