Social Theory Centre

The Social Theory Centre, founded in 1997, is devoted to the promotion, development and discussion of social theory. We are based in the Sociology Department but have members from across the humanities and social sciences. Our primary activities consist of organising symposia, workshops, the Authority & Political Technologies network, and early career training events. Our members are involved in running important social theory websites, including Global Social Theory and Critical Legal Thinking. The centre also provides an important locus of activity for faculty and students involved with the MA programme in Social and Political Thought.
2025-26 Seminars and Events

Event Name: Book Launch - 'Spirits of Extraction: Christianity, Settler Colonialism and the Geology of Race' by Claire Blencowe
Presented By: Social Theory Centre
When: 09th October 2025, 4-5:30 PM
Where: R1.15, Ramphal Building

Event Name: Social Theory Centre Annual Lecture
Presented by: Social Theory Centre
When: 13th October 2025, 4-6 PM
Where: A0.23 Social Sciences

Event Name: Gillian Rose: History, Marxism and the Turn to Law
When: 03rd December 2025
Where: Wolfson Research Exchange (REx)