Faculty of Social Sciences

2025

Social media activists are more like voters than party members

Social media attracts a broader and more diverse group of politically engaged citizens than traditional party members. This is according to a new study from the University of Copenhagen.

Research communities

Larger research groups can hamper academic survival

While emerging researchers often achieve higher impact in larger scientific groups, they also have a lower survival rate in academia. This is according to a new study from Denmark and China.

Evidence of discrimination does not sway public support for policies addressing the problem

A new study from the University of Copenhagen challenges the effectiveness of information campaigns aimed at combating discrimination.

Researchers share new knowledge about 'toddlers' with parents and professionals

With support from Nordea-fonden, psychologists at the UCPH will strengthen the social and emotional development of 1-2 year-olds through the project 'Understanding your toddler'.

"Well-being is something we create together"

The Well-being Commission has just presented their long-awaited report. Two members of the commission, Dean Vibeke Koushede and law student Khalil Abdeddaim, share their thoughts on how we can promote well-being among…

Export support is of great help to Danish companies

Support from export advisors significantly increases Danish companies' sales in international markets. This is according to a new study conducted by researchers from the University of Copenhagen.

Change of shift at the Centre for Military Studies

On 1 February, Katja Lindskov Jacobsen became acting head of the Centre for Military Studies. She replaces Kristian Søby Kristensen, who will be head of the Department of Strategy and War Studies at the Royal Danish…

Gender inequality

Grandmothers experience a significant income drop when the first grandchild arrives

When women have grandchildren, their connection to the labour market weakens – and with it their income. Grandfathers are largely spared. This is according to a new study from the University of Copenhagen and the London…

AI creates new winners and losers in the labour market

Demand for professional skills has changed significantly since the launch of ChatGPT in late 2022, according to a new international study.

New social science associate deans for research and education

Professor Mads Meier Jæger and Professor Signe Vangkilde will join the Faculty of Social Sciences on 1 March as associate deans for research and education, respectively.