Press office news tagged 'esrc' and 'esrc-festival-of-social-science'

University launches educational film series based upon landmark legal cases

A team in the School of Society and Culture has launched a new film series dramatising some of the most foundational cases in the country's legal system
26 October 2021
Film tells story of Plymouth Chief Constable who waged war on crime and immorality

An unsung Plymouth hero who as Chief Constable of the city’s police led a crusade against drunkenness, prostitution and gambling is being celebrated in a new film.
2 November 2018
Events to explore looting of military shipwrecks and how to protect them

Two exhibitions and a public ‘witness seminar’ are to explore the threats facing the wrecks of military vessels as a result of illegal salvage and looting.
22 October 2018
Annual festival to engage public in fascinating world of social science research

Members of the public are invited to a week of events showcasing the impact of social science research at the University of Plymouth.
18 October 2018
From piracy to gender stereotyping: university invites people to engage with social science

Plymouth University news: Piracy and policing, gastronomy and gender stereotyping will be among the topics up for discussion during a week-long festival coordinated by the University of Plymouth this November
10 October 2016
Festival events take social science research into community

Plymouth University news: The influence of individuals on climate change, the history of crime in Plymouth and the use of food as a lifestyle motivator for the homeless are some of the key topics being explored during the ESRC Festival of Social Science
4 November 2015
Plymouth to play enhanced role in ESRC's Festival of Social Science

University of Plymouth news: The University has forged a partnership with the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) which will see it expanding its role in a major national festival taking place this autumn
14 May 2015
Enhancing understanding of the law and justice system

Plymouth University News: People will get the chance to learn about life in prison and gain an insight into the workings of the law and criminal justice system thanks to Plymouth University
9 September 2014