Humanities & Social SciencesNews
Government and Public Policy embraces active learning
Active learning in the Department of Government and Public Policy is giving students the opportunity to take part in realistic NATO and climate negotiation simulations.
10 Mar 2026
Strathclyde researchers secure Royal Society of Edinburgh funding for innovative projects
The University is involved in multiple award-winning projects spanning diverse disciplines, reinforcing its role in advancing Scotland’s research landscape.
5 Mar 2026
New Study of Perceptions of Sentencing Reveals Public Views
The Law School’s Professor Cyrus Tata has partnered with the independent company Ipsos Scotland to research public perceptions of sentencing.
24 Feb 2026
Strathclyde welcomes German Consul General Christiane Hullman for a Masterclass in Diplomacy & International Security
During her visit, Ms Hullmann shared insights from her distinguished diplomatic career, offering reflections on UK–German relations, European security challenges, and the role of cultural diplomacy in fostering international cooperation.
17 Nov 2025
International project explores political party systems and democratic outcomes in Africa
Spanning more than 20 countries, the study will provide comprehensive data on how political parties operate and their role in supporting democratic institutions.
6 Nov 2025
MSc Diplomacy and International Security students visit the British Embassy in Paris
Students on the MSc Diplomacy and International Security recently visited the British Embassy in Paris as part of the programme’s practitioner engagement events, which enrich the academic curriculum with real‑world insight.
20 Jun 2025
Strathclyde Law School launches work-based learning across all Law programmes
Strathclyde Law School’s innovative approach to work-based learning continues to break new ground with experiential work-based learning offered on every Law programme at undergraduate, Masters and PhD level.
16 Jun 2025
New Secondary Education Programme launched to Prepare Future Educators for Global Classrooms
The University of Strathclyde has launched a new MSc Secondary Education programme, open to International students, designed to prepare aspiring secondary school teachers with the knowledge, experience, and internationally recognised qualifications to inspire the next generation — both in Scotland and around the world.
14 May 2025
Under the spotlight: Dr Elaine Webster, Human Rights Law programme leader
We speak to Dr Elaine Webster about her role as Human Rights Law programme leader and the new specialisation in Medical Law joining the curriculum.
14 May 2025
Comic tells the story of young men’s mental health
A project aimed at increasing understanding of boys and young men’s mental health in Scotland has produced a comic to help normalise conversations about the issue and reduce stigma.
14 May 2025
New Master’s in Human Rights and Medical Law launched
The University of Strathclyde Law School has launched a new Masters programme, Human Rights Law with specialisation in Medical Law, which aims to produce graduates who will go on to work at the interface of these vital fields.
9 May 2025
Putting human rights at the heart of development programmes
A toolkit for ensuring that human rights are at the heart of United Nations development programmes (UNDPs) has been produced by experts including a Law Professor at the University of Strathclyde.
1 May 2025
Support for the siblings of children with life-limiting conditions
The needs of children whose siblings have life-limiting conditions have been highlighted in a study led at the University of Strathclyde and in collaboration with King’s College London.
23 Apr 2025
Strathclyde Law launches new Master’s in International Maritime Law
The University of Strathclyde Law School has launched a new Masters programme which aims to produce graduates who will go on to become maritime law professionals in a global world.
24 Mar 2025
The craft of writing – explored on the radio
Dr Rodge Glass and Dr Andrew Meehan are published authors but, as Creative Writing lecturers at Strathclyde, they are also nurturing the next generation of writers.
17 Mar 2025
Leigh Turner CMG joins Diplomacy and International Security programme for masterclass
Dr Rogelia Pastor-Castro recently welcomed Leigh Turner CMG to speak to students on the MSc Diplomacy and International Security programme.
28 Feb 2025
£1.3 million to build a path to sustainability through languages and art
Communities will be encouraged to tap into, and enhance, their knowledge of languages in a project worth nearly £1.3 million, aimed at designing new approaches to learning about sustainability.
18 Feb 2025
'Forgotten' Scots classic to be reintroduced to new generation
An iconic novel is being reintroduced to the curriculum at Strathclyde for a new generation of students after it fell out of print.
20 Jan 2025
Strathclyde Law Professor to represent international organisation at The Hague
A Law Professor at the University of Strathclyde is to represent an international organisation authorised to participate in the climate change advisory opinion proceedings at the International Court of Justice.
10 Dec 2024
Project Somnolence: Slumber School
Join Project Somnolence at the Dream Machine for a Slumber School of discussion, reading, writing, drawing, listening, and dreaming!
19 Sep 2024
John Fitzsimons Memorial Lecture in Criminal Law & Justice
Join us for the third John Fitzsimons Memorial Lecture to learn, think and discuss what should be done to improve the experiences of victims/survivors.
6 Mar 2024
Focus on structural change 'is not enough' to improve children's services
A report by the CELCIS has examined changes to arrangements supporting children's social care and health services
14 Dec 2023
Towards a human rights framework for Scotland
First Minister Humza Yousaf among speakers at Strathclyde Law School dicussing Scottish Human Rights Bill
13 Dec 2023
£1.2m programme to improve health and reduce inequalities in Scotland
Centre for Health Policy and Fraser of Allander Institute receive funding to work with public, private and third sectors
7 Dec 2023