Department SummaryThe social sciences examine social interaction at every level, from the family to the community, government and global society - and in every dimension of time. Research topics include many of society?s greatest challenges - social inequality, family dynamics, political instability and cross-cultural misunderstandings. As part of one of the nation?s top public universities, the UCLA Social Sciences Division strives to produce research that is both academically rigorous and socially useful. We study differences to make a difference.UCLA Social Sciences is ranked in the top 10 nationally and internationally. Our departments and interdisciplinary programs offer unparalleled educational research opportunities, capitalizing on our