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This site highlights the great work of students and staff in the Social Sciences at the University of Newcastle, Australia.

It showcases outstanding student achievements including student research reports for the 3rd year core subject Qualitative Social Inquiry; recent research by social sciences staff; and news and events.

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Student Research

Returning to Work; Too Much Work? The Experiences of Parents Returning to Work After Having a Child.

Photo by cottonbro studio: https://www.pexels.com/photo/father-and-daughter-working-together-at-a-car-repair-shop-4482041/ Introduction...

The Impact of Dependent Children on Student Experience:

A Qualitative Study of Australian University Students. Photo by Monstera Production: https://www.pexels.com/photo/arabian-mother-in-hijab...

“I’m not challenging you, I just need help”

A Qualitative Study into how Transgender People Navigate the Barriers to Accessing Gender-Affirming Health Care. Photo by Mac DeStroir:...

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Mum Guilt,Lack of Sleep & Time Management:Balancing study & family in a world of Gender inequalities

Jodie Scott

Jun 21, 202317 min read

Mum Guilt,Lack of Sleep & Time Management:Balancing study & family in a world of Gender inequalities

Photo by Ketut Subiyanto: https://www.pexels.com/photo/photo-of-mother-working-at-home-4473903/ Introduction and research question...

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