UCL Social Data Institute

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Amplifying UCL’s advanced research and teaching in social data and methods. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/social-data/

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In a quotation box reads: “As a small social business, it has been invaluable to have an additional resource for six weeks during the summer; a project that would otherwise have been 'on the backburner' has moved forward much quicker than it would have done otherwise.” Redemption Roasters. A UCL200 logo sits in the bottom-left corner.
In a quotation box reads: “Our interns joined us during an exceptionally busy period for our team (during the July 2024 UK general election), and having the extra capacity was incredibly helpful and made a significant difference in our ability to conduct research into political candidates and manage requests from clients.” DoDs Political Intelligence. A UCL200 logo sits in the bottom-left corner.
In a quotation box reads the text: “[Our UCL Social Data Institute intern] has done an incredible job in analysing data on health insurance and child outcomes, using advanced research and analytical skills, providing valuable insights for us...Thank you very much for the opportunity to be a part of this programme!” Save the Children UK. In the bottom-right corner is the UCL200 logo.
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Caroline Parker is on the left, smiling and looking at the camera. On the right, quoted text reads: “Quantitative data shows you what is happening in public health, but it cannot tell you why. This course teaches you to use ethnography to uncover the social and structural drivers behind health behaviours—and translate those insights into actionable strategy.” The quote is attributed to Caroline Parker, Lecturer of Anthropology of Professional Practice & Deputy Director, UCL Social Data Institute.
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