Our politics and society research examine the issues affecting governance, public policy, and social change.

We examine the challengers faced by communities locally and internationally, offering insights and solutions that help build an equitable and just society.

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Graduate research at Australia's number 1 young university is based on the very best in innovation, intellect and infrastructure. We blend creativity and technology to unlock new approaches to research and learning.

We love a challenge and we love to create opportunities together with our industry and business partners. Benefit from our commitment to discovery, problem-solving, critical thinking and creativity.

News and case studies

Learn about our research breakthroughs and application through the latest news and case studies.

News

On a Tuesday night somewhere in Australia, a familiar scene plays out. A community hall fills with folding chairs. Residents arrive tired, curious, sometimes sceptical.

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Surrealists believed in the power of dreams. Inspired by Freud’s theories of the unconscious and dream-work, André Breton saw the irrationality of dreams as an artistic method capable of revealing new, revolutionary ways of being.

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Review: I Deliver Parcels in Beijing – Hu Anyan (Allen Lane)

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In her hybrid memoir 58 Facets, lawyer and legal anthropologist Marika Sosnowski traverses time and societies to reveal intricacies of law enacted by states to control, suppress, displace and, in some instances, erase people.

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In today's rapidly evolving world, organisations face unprecedented challenges requiring innovative approaches to policy development. Futures Thinking – particularly strategic foresight and scenario planning – offers powerful methodologies for navigating uncertainty and complexity.

News

Review: I Deliver Parcels in Beijing – Hu Anyan (Allen Lane)

News

On a Tuesday night somewhere in Australia, a familiar scene plays out. A community hall fills with folding chairs. Residents arrive tired, curious, sometimes sceptical.

News

In her hybrid memoir 58 Facets, lawyer and legal anthropologist Marika Sosnowski traverses time and societies to reveal intricacies of law enacted by states to control, suppress, displace and, in some instances, erase people.

News

Surrealists believed in the power of dreams. Inspired by Freud’s theories of the unconscious and dream-work, André Breton saw the irrationality of dreams as an artistic method capable of revealing new, revolutionary ways of being.

News

In today's rapidly evolving world, organisations face unprecedented challenges requiring innovative approaches to policy development. Futures Thinking – particularly strategic foresight and scenario planning – offers powerful methodologies for navigating uncertainty and complexity.

Events & webinars

Events & webinars

Join our events and webinars to engage with our experts and discuss developments in politics and society.

Tue 19 May 2026 - Wed 20 May 2026

8.30AM Australia/Sydney

Dr Chau Chak Wing Building, Building 8 UTS Business School 14/28 Ultimo Rd, Ultimo NSW 2007, Australia

$1,500.00

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Fri 27 Mar 2026

12.00PM - 1.00PM Australia/Sydney (1 hour)

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Thu 26 Mar 2026

10.00AM - 2.00PM Australia/Sydney (4 hours)

City campus Building 2 Level 4 Foyer

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Fri 20 Feb 2026 - Fri 13 Mar 2026

City campus UTS Central Foyer, Building 2 61 Broadway Ultimo

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