Edinburgh University

Dr Parvis has been apppointed to the 30-member commission.

Catholic Church in Scotland

Catholic theologian from Edinburgh appointed by Pope Leo to advise Vatican

Dr Sara Parvis has been appointed to serve on the Holy See's International Theological Commission during its new five-year term.

EFI is located in the old Royal Infirmary building on Lauriston Place.

EFI is located in the old Royal Infirmary building on Lauriston Place.

Edinburgh University

More programmes to close at Edinburgh University in latest wave of cuts

Sir Peter Mathieson sent the email to a student ... as well as a number of Edinburgh MSPs.

Sir Peter Mathieson sent the email to a student ... as well as a number of Edinburgh MSPs.

Edinburgh University

Email reveals what Peter Mathieson really thinks about university programme closures

The University of Edinburgh is one of many facing questions about its future. Unlike many, however, Edinburgh may be suggesting some answers.

The University of Edinburgh is one of many facing questions about its future. Unlike many, however, Edinburgh may be suggesting some answers.

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh programme closures have staff asking about the purpose of university

Protesters gathered outside Edinburgh University's library on Wednesday, October 7.

Protesters gathered outside Edinburgh University's library on Wednesday, October 7.

Anti-Zionist Jewish student group backs proposal to drop antisemitism definition

The University of Edinburgh is embroiled in a serious governance dispute.

The University of Edinburgh is embroiled in a serious governance dispute.

Edinburgh University

University bosses warned of serious reputational damage over 90 programme closures

Edinburgh University students engaged in a pro Palestine protest on campus on October 7, three years after attacks by Hamas.

Edinburgh University students engaged in a pro Palestine protest on campus on October 7, three years after attacks by Hamas.

Scottish Jewish body urges Edinburgh University to retain antisemitism definition

Pro Palestine students gather outside the university's main library on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks.

Pro Palestine students gather outside the university's main library on the third anniversary of the October 7 attacks.

University to consider dropping antisemitism definition amid free speech fears

Daniel Bloom, Caitlin Tambini, Fred Whibley, Siddhant Kumar: the Edinburgh team

Daniel Bloom, Caitlin Tambini, Fred Whibley, Siddhant Kumar: the Edinburgh team

Edinburgh crashes out of University Challenge as Glasgow flies the flag for Scotland

Staff from the University of Edinburgh and University of Dundee demonstrate over proposed budget cuts outside Scottish Parliament on October 01, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Staff from the University of Edinburgh and University of Dundee demonstrate over proposed budget cuts outside Scottish Parliament on October 01, 2026 in Edinburgh, Scotland.

From Dundee to Edinburgh, Scotland’s universities need investment now

Irene Kernan has been leading the charge against the ECA cuts.

Irene Kernan has been leading the charge against the ECA cuts.

From 'disbelief' to fighting back: Craft body chief on university programme closures

Professor Sir Peter Mathieson, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Edinburgh, spoke to The Herald about his career before his controversial tenure at the ancient university.

Professor Sir Peter Mathieson, Principal and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Edinburgh, spoke to The Herald about his career before his controversial tenure at the ancient university.

Edinburgh University

'Every good thing that’s happened in my life is because of university'

ECA's Performance Costume Show - the programme will close to new applicants from 2027.

ECA's Performance Costume Show - the programme will close to new applicants from 2027.

University's arts closures will disproportionately affect women, warns craft body

Sir Ian Rankin is one of Edinburgh's most successful modern-day authors.

Sir Ian Rankin is one of Edinburgh's most successful modern-day authors.

Edinburgh University

Ian Rankin reveals dismay over 'terrible' changes to Scottish university funding

Protesters gathered outside Edinburgh University's library on Wednesday afternoon.

Protesters gathered outside Edinburgh University's library on Wednesday afternoon.

Palestine protest

University students condemn 'Zionist entity' in rally on October 7 anniversary

University of Edinburgh Principal Professor Sir Peter Mathieson has announced he will not seek a third term in 2028.

University of Edinburgh Principal Professor Sir Peter Mathieson has announced he will not seek a third term in 2028.

Edinburgh University

'If I got hit by a bus, things wouldn't change': Edinburgh principal on departure

UCU strikes at the Universities of Edinburgh and Dundee mean a key graduate course has been cancelled.

UCU strikes at the Universities of Edinburgh and Dundee mean a key graduate course has been cancelled.

Edinburgh University

Strike action at university forces cancellation of social science doctoral course

Staff from the University of Edinburgh and University of Dundee demonstrating over budget cuts outside the Scottish Parliament last week

Staff from the University of Edinburgh and University of Dundee demonstrating over budget cuts outside the Scottish Parliament last week

Arts and culture

The Scottish Endarkenment has dawned in this dumbed-down nation

Sir Peter Mathieson is to leave the university in 2028.

Sir Peter Mathieson is to leave the university in 2028.

Edinburgh University

Beleaguered Edinburgh University chief Sir Peter Mathieson to leave institution

Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh University

University warns 'threatening behaviour' could be reported to police as tensions rise

The Royal Lyceum theatre in Edinburgh.

The Royal Lyceum theatre in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh University

Leading Edinburgh theatre condemns 'deeply concerning' design programme closures

The ongoing dispute at the University of Edinburgh fits into the wider debate about the purpose and nature of a modern university.

The ongoing dispute at the University of Edinburgh fits into the wider debate about the purpose and nature of a modern university.

Edinburgh University

Time will tell the truth of the two sides in Edinburgh's restructuring battle

Instead of an attack on humanities, school leaders said programe closures will not reduce teaching in the affected subject areas and that courses will remain in many cases.

Instead of an attack on humanities, school leaders said programe closures will not reduce teaching in the affected subject areas and that courses will remain in many cases.

Edinburgh University

University leaders separate controversial programme closures from teaching

90 programmes at Edinburgh University are to be 'taught out' from 2027.

90 programmes at Edinburgh University are to be 'taught out' from 2027.

Edinburgh University

Students urged to counter ‘lie’ that Scottish studies courses have been 'abolished'

The UCU wants the university to rule out compulsory redundancies.

The UCU wants the university to rule out compulsory redundancies.

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University staff begin five-week strike over programme cuts and job fears

Should Edinburgh University's principal Peter Mathieson appear before the Education and Gaelic Committee?

Should Edinburgh University's principal Peter Mathieson appear before the Education and Gaelic Committee?

Edinburgh University

Should MSPs call Edinburgh University chiefs to testify about programme cuts?

Last week, it was confirmed that Edinburgh University would close several Scottish literature courses.

Last week, it was confirmed that Edinburgh University would close several Scottish literature courses.

Edinburgh University

What does closure of Edinburgh University's Scottish Lit programmes actually mean?

Aidan Grant (left) and Ava Traquair Smith have spoken out against the cuts.

Aidan Grant (left) and Ava Traquair Smith have spoken out against the cuts.

Edinburgh University

University chiefs accused of 'disdain and indifference' over Celtic studies cuts

Theology has been taught in Edinburgh since the university's founding in 1583.

Theology has been taught in Edinburgh since the university's founding in 1583.

University closes minister training programmes following academic 'refresh'

ECA's Performance Costume Show. The undergraduate course will be 'taught out' over the next four years.

ECA's Performance Costume Show. The undergraduate course will be 'taught out' over the next four years.

Design groups warn university closures will 'devastate' Scotland's craft sector

Edinburgh University

Now is the time to scrap free tuition at Scotland's universities

What's next for Edinburgh University amid £140m cuts drive and widespread programme closures?

What's next for Edinburgh University amid £140m cuts drive and widespread programme closures?

Edinburgh University

Is the worst still to come for Edinburgh University in wake of 90 programme closures?

UCU members say striking is their 'only option'.

UCU members say striking is their 'only option'.

Edinburgh University

'Our last option': Why UCU is escalating jobs fight amid cuts at leading university

Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh University

University defends closure of 48 language and literature programmes, including Celtic

Courses have been cut at Edinburgh University amid an ongoing restructuring bid.

Courses have been cut at Edinburgh University amid an ongoing restructuring bid.

Edinburgh University

Full list of the 90 programmes earmarked for closure at leading Scottish university

Edinburgh University students face an uncertain future.

Edinburgh University students face an uncertain future.

Edinburgh University

Ninety programmes to close at leading university as savings plan takes shape

Abacus at The Scholar.

Abacus at The Scholar.

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh restaurant Abacus ranked among top 10 per cent of restaurants worldwide

Edinburgh University faces major cutbacks

Edinburgh University faces major cutbacks

Edinburgh University

Fear and anger as university set to announce 'massive course and programme closures'

Edinburgh University

Union says university solutions should not 'exploit' or 'undervalue' staff

Sam Mackenzie is standing in the ward for the SNP.

Sam Mackenzie is standing in the ward for the SNP.

City of Edinburgh Council

19-year-old Edinburgh student could be elected Scotland's youngest councillor

The Scottish Observatory for Atmospheric Research (SOAR).

The Scottish Observatory for Atmospheric Research (SOAR).

New 100-metre Angus tower aims to improve greenhouse gas monitoring

A protest has been planned at Edinburgh University.

A protest has been planned at Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Emergency rally called over £140m cuts at Edinburgh festivals' largest venue owner

Artie Khovanov is standing in the ward.

Artie Khovanov is standing in the ward.

South Sub tram-trains 'perfect project' to spur city growth, says Lib Dem candidate

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

Smart glasses: Can Scots law protect you from being filmed without giving consent?

A recent FOI disclosure revealed the number of voluntary redundancies at the University of Edinburgh is hundreds higher than previously reported by the institution.

A recent FOI disclosure revealed the number of voluntary redundancies at the University of Edinburgh is hundreds higher than previously reported by the institution.

Edinburgh University

Hundreds more university staff made redundant than previously disclosed

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh scientists develop blood test to detect autoimmune disease years earlier

Edinburgh University students.

Edinburgh University students.

Edinburgh University

'Damn the consequences': Ancient university accused of breaching governance rules

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh researchers develop faster, cheaper way to detect lung cancer gene changes

The conference is partially being held at the National Museum.

The conference is partially being held at the National Museum.

Thousands of academics descend on Scottish capital for 'landmark' event

Over a decade, Scottish universities relied on tuition fees from international recruits for one type of postgraduate degree. Two years ago, the bubble burst.

Over a decade, Scottish universities relied on tuition fees from international recruits for one type of postgraduate degree. Two years ago, the bubble burst.

Aberdeen University

University crisis: How one degree type burst the international student bubble

Dr Kathy Sullivan.

Dr Kathy Sullivan.

Edinburgh University

Astronaut Kathy Sullivan receives honorary doctorate from Edinburgh University

Edinbugh University is shrouded in a transparency row.

Edinbugh University is shrouded in a transparency row.

Edinburgh University

Inside the years-long power struggle tearing apart this ancient Scottish university

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University

'Undermining trust': Ancient university faces furious row over committee appointments

Students protest during the graduation ceremony.

Students protest during the graduation ceremony.

Edinburgh University

Video shows students storming out of graduation ceremony at ancient university