83% of our research is "internationally excellent or world leading"*
*Relating to all research across the Faculty as assessed through the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
WELCOME TO THE FACULTY
Professor Janice Carruthers, Dean of Research
'Welcome to the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at Queen's. We are a global University at the cutting edge of research across a wide range of disciplines in the arts, humanities and social sciences. Our disciplinary research excellence is matched by a commitment to interdisciplinary research which is challenge-led and involves intersectoral partnerships outside the academy and interdisciplinary partnerships across many fields including medicine, engineering and the natural sciences. We are proud of the real-world impact we are achieving locally, nationally and internationally.'
To read more about what we do
Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship 2025-26
The Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences invites expressions of interest (EOIs) from early-career researchers proposing to undertake original, innovative, and high-quality research through the Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowship.
The scheme offers funding for outstanding early-career researchers who have not yet held a full-time permanent post in a UK university. Fellowships are funded for three years, including salary costs and research expenses of up to £6,000 p.a.
Potential applicants should make contact with their proposed mentor in the School for advice prior to submission of an EOI. Staff profiles can be found via School webpages; when contacting staff, applicants should clearly state why their proposed research is of relevance to the chosen department. EOI forms can be accessed through the Apply Now button below and should be submitted by 5pm on 5 November 2025 to the email address in the relevant School:
- School of Arts, English and Languages: d.toner@qub.ac.uk
- School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics: happresearch@qub.ac.uk
- School of Law: h.kinning@qub.ac.uk
- School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work: k.winter@qub.ac.uk
Those selected for submission will be informed in the week beginning 15 December 2025 in order to leave adequate time to prepare the application in advance of the funder’s deadline of 19 February 2026.
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Research Culture
We are committed to a robust Research Culture Action Plan.
We aim to create and foster a supportive, collaborative and inclusive environment for all our researchers, including our PhD students, postdoctoral researchers and early career academics.
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Research Impact
Our research has led to local, national and international impact, particularly in the cultural, social and policy spheres.
We work with partners in the cultural sector, industry, charities, NGOs and government.
To find out more, browse the Queen’s impact pages:
ADDRESSING GLOBAL CHALLENGES
The George J. Mitchell Institute for Global Peace, Security and Justice - a flagship for social transformation.
A major and globally recognised hub for interdisciplinary research in key areas of societal challenge, the Institute brings together excellent researchers from a wide range of disciplines to tackle some of the greatest global issues of our age.
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