Historic first for St Andrews
Students and honorary graduates are set to celebrate summer graduation, during which the University will install its first woman Chancellor.
The University of St Andrews is ranked as the top university in Scotland in the newly released 2027 Complete University Guide.
Date 3 June 2026
Category University news
This new research is the first demonstration of how impressive leaf mimicry can also be used to enhance the attractiveness of a sexual…
Date 3 June 2026
Category Research
The MRC’s £9.7m investment will support St Andrews and NHS Fife clinicians to combine research with clinical practice, strengthening…
Date 22 May 2026
Category University news
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Funding award for innovative marine tracking sensor
A collaboration between the Coastal Resources Management Group (CRMG) at the University of St Andrews Scottish Oceans Institute (SOI) and Dr Pauline Goulet of Wild Tag Solutions has been awarded a grant.
St Andrews community recognised in King’s Birthday Honours
The University of St Andrews is celebrating the achievements of members of our community who have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours.
Learning from history to prepare for the next massive volcanic eruption
Researchers at an international gathering hosted at the University of St Andrews are calling for governments to reassess their response to volcanic eruptions.
Scotland's highest order for Sir James MacMillan
Sir James MacMillan, acclaimed Scottish composer and St Andrews professor, has been appointed to the Order of the Thistle by His Majesty the King, recognising his outstanding contributions to music and culture.
Remembering St Andrews alumnus and former MI6 Chief, Sir Alex Younger KCMG
The University of St Andrews is saddened to learn of the death of Sir Alex Younger, St Andrews alumnus and former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), who has died aged 62.