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Edinburgh University spent £435,000 on external consultants.

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University paid external consultants £435,000 to help develop cuts plan

According to a Freedom of Information request, the university entered into a ‘Workshop Facilitation’ contract with PA Consulting on January 21, 2026.

Edinburgh University managers face the prospect of a staff revolt.

Edinburgh University managers face the prospect of a staff revolt.

Edinburgh University

'Anger and mistrust': Edinburgh University leaders face staff revolt over cuts bid

Students at the University of Edinburgh, as questions grow over what Scotland should expect from its universities in the decades ahead

Students at the University of Edinburgh, as questions grow over what Scotland should expect from its universities in the decades ahead

University of Glasgow

Scotland’s universities face a crisis – but the real question is what comes next

The university's senior leadership has been criticised by academics.

The university's senior leadership has been criticised by academics.

Edinburgh University

University leaders ignored 'oversight and regulation' to approve cuts, dossier claims

Edinburgh University's SWAY team could lose 16 of its 28 members.

Edinburgh University's SWAY team could lose 16 of its 28 members.

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University urged to halt redundancy talks with study abroad team

Professor Kim Graham, provost of Edinburgh University.

Professor Kim Graham, provost of Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh University provost blocked from tourist tax board over programme closures

Difficult decisions lie ahead, Sir Peter told staff.

Difficult decisions lie ahead, Sir Peter told staff.

Edinburgh University

‘Difficult’ decisions lie ahead amid £140m cuts bid, Edinburgh University chief warns

16 of 28 positions in the university’s Study and Work Away (SWAY) team are set to be cut.

16 of 28 positions in the university’s Study and Work Away (SWAY) team are set to be cut.

Edinburgh University study abroad cuts could cost nearly £10m in lost tuition

Students have been told to dress up like cows, in a Halloween-inspirired protest.

Students have been told to dress up like cows, in a Halloween-inspirired protest.

Edinburgh University

Edinburgh University students to hold cow-themed rally over 'cash cows' jibe

Education HQ content launches

Education HQ content launches

Glasgow Kelvin College

Education HQ: The Herald launches its latest special report on Scottish education

Edinburgh University is cutting its student abroad team by 60 per cent.

Edinburgh University is cutting its student abroad team by 60 per cent.

Edinburgh University

'Erasmus fiasco' as Edinburgh University to 'slash' study abroad team by 60 per cent

Professor Kim Graham, provost of Edinburgh University.

Professor Kim Graham, provost of Edinburgh University.

Edinburgh University provost nominated for role on capital's tourist tax board

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

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

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

The University of Edinburgh's Advanced Computing Facility

The University of Edinburgh's Advanced Computing Facility

University of Edinburgh

Software breakthrough could spur quantum computer advances, Edinburgh study suggests

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

Humza Yousaf to lead Edinburgh University masterclasses on polarisation

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

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

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 College Union (UCU) members and student supporters from universities across Scotland take part in a rally against cuts and job losses in universities outside the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood, Edinburgh

University College Union (UCU) members and student supporters from universities across Scotland take part in a rally against cuts and job losses in universities outside the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood, Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh

I'm a Scottish student – lecturer strikes are becoming our newest university worry

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

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

A clinical trial is set to test whether diet could help reduce depressive symptoms in people with bipolar disorder

A clinical trial is set to test whether diet could help reduce depressive symptoms in people with bipolar disorder

University of Edinburgh

Scotland trial to explore impact of diet on bipolar depression

Hundreds of staff and students attended the protest.

Hundreds of staff and students attended the protest.

Hundreds rally outside Holyrood over university programme cuts and job cut fears

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

Solar panel testing in Dubai.

Solar panel testing in Dubai.

Edinburgh-founded solar start-up raises £1.34 million to boost output

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'

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

The joined-up approach includes 10,000 student-athletes on more than 200 teams.

The joined-up approach includes 10,000 student-athletes on more than 200 teams.

'Second to none': University kicks off new 'American-style' sporting model

In a challenging job market, Shelagh Green, Director of the University of Edinburgh's Careers Service, advises graduates to sell their full range of skills and personality, and not just their degree titles.

In a challenging job market, Shelagh Green, Director of the University of Edinburgh's Careers Service, advises graduates to sell their full range of skills and personality, and not just their degree titles.

Expert says personality is key to navigating the AI-infused job market

Edinburgh University

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

Sir Peter Mathieson's bold views on the future of university funding

Sir Peter Mathieson's bold views on the future of university funding

Universities are a jewel in Scotland’s crown - but they cannot survive as they are

Callendar Wood.

Callendar Wood.

Antidepressants

Improved Scottish woodlands linked to lower antidepressant prescriptions

Stephane Argivier.

Stephane Argivier.

Edinburgh cancer diagnostics firm Biocaptiva names new chair for global expansion