Department of Sociology and Work Science

With us, you can study society and human interaction within it from a variety of perspectives. We offer programmes in sociology, criminology, labour science and human resources.

As a student, you will learn to understand and explain social phenomena, identify problems and critically examine different explanatory models. You will be exposed to current research, learn about different theoretical perspectives and how they can be applied to the society we live in. Together, we will explore, ask new questions and challenge our way of thinking. Perhaps you will question things that you previously took for granted?

At the department, you will meet competent teachers and researchers, often with great social commitment. Teaching is given in various forms such as lectures, seminars, workshops, flipped classroom, drama and process pedagogy.

About Department of Sociology and Work Science

Type of organization
Department
Belongs to faculty
Faculty of Social Sciences
Contact information
Post address
Box 720
40530
Göteborg
Email
socav@socav.gu.se
Visiting address
Skanstorget 18
41122
Göteborg
Study administration
Viktoria Holm
Study Advisor (sociology, criminology, social psychology, work science, conflict management)
Ulrika Agby
Ulrika Agby
Study Advisor (HR, HRM) and International Coordinator

Premises 

Teaching takes place in the Faculty of Social Sciences' premises in the Haga neighbourhood in central Gothenburg. Within ‘Campus Haga’ lectures take place in for example Dragonen, Sappören (at Sprängkullsgatan) and Husaren (Husargatan).

Considerations Before and During a Fire

Evacuation alarm 
When the evacuation alarm sounds, it is always a real alarm, and you should leave the premises immediately! Emergency Evacuation Routes and Actions During an Evacuation 

Emergency evacuation routes are marked with green signs on the ceiling. If the alarm goes off, exit the building through the nearest smoke-free evacuation route and proceed to the assembly point. Elevators must not be used during evacuation.  

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Once you are outside 
Proceed to the assembly point. The assembly point is located at Haga Church Square, situated between Haga Church and the Social Sciences Library. 

The cessation of the evacuation alarm does not necessarily mean the danger is over. Therefore, never re-enter the building until the fire department or the designated evacuation leader has given clearance. 

Be prepared 
Study the evacuation plans posted in all university buildings. These plans provide information about evacuation routes, the location of firefighting equipment, fire alarm buttons, and the designated assembly point. 

Firefighting Equipment 
Firefighting equipment is located in several places within the premises. Red signs indicate the locations of firefighting equipment. All fires start small, and early intervention makes a significant difference. If you discover a fire, extinguish it if you deem it possible, but do not expose yourself to unnecessary risks.

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