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The Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies (SIGS) will hold an international academic genealogy conference in Scotland at the University of Strathclyde, June 25-26, 2026. The conference will be hybrid with some events in person only including evening receptions. On June 24, a separate symposium on professional genealogy practice hosted by the Association for Professional Genealogists (APG) will be held on campus and via hybrid access.
The conference will be interdisciplinary in nature and will explore a variety of topics, including genetic genealogy, history, and genealogy, with parallel streams featuring keynote presentations and guest lectures. Academic year 2026-27 will mark the 20th anniversary of the postgraduate taught programme in genealogical studies at the University of Strathclyde and this conference will begin a year of celebration. In honour of this, a particular theme is that of looking back and forward at developments in genealogy.
The programme for this event is currently under development and we expect to be able share full details towards the end of January 2026.
Venue and Pricing
The conference will be held at the University of Strathclyde’s Teaching and Learning Building, Level 3, Joscelyn Bell Burnell Wing, 49 Richmond Street, Glasgow G1 1XU. Accessibility information for the building can be found here.
Recordings of the presentations will be available for two months post-event.
Fees (pricing in Pounds Sterling)
| Early Bird (Ends 31 March 2026) | Full Price (From 1 April 2026 | |
|---|---|---|
| SIGS Conference In-Person | £165.00 | £180.00 |
| SIGS Conference Virtual | £80.00 | £95.00 |
| SIGS Conference In-Person (Higher Education Student) | n/a | £100.00 |
| SIGS Conference Virtual (Higher Education Student) | n/a | £70.00 |
Lunch and tea and coffee breaks twice a day on Thursday and Friday and an evening reception with a welcome drink and canapes on Friday evening are included in the in-person fee. We also hope to have a civic drinks reception hosted by the City of Glasgow on Thursday evening.
All participants will receive access to recordings of the presentations.
Accommodation
Self-catering housing has been reserved at Caledonian Court, a Glasgow Caledonian University residence. Its location in the heart of Glasgow makes it an extremely popular base for summer visitors; many famous attractions and destinations are within easy reach, and only a short walk from train stations, the city centre bus station and the University of Strathclyde’s Teaching and Learning Building.
Housing at Caledonian Court must be reserved by the 18th of May 2026. Payment in full is required at the time of booking.
All prices are based on a weekly rate (prices in Pound Sterling) for 7 nights from 22 June, checking out on 29th June. You do not need to use all nights within the week but no refunds for unused nights are available.
| Type | Standard Single Room (per room) | En-Suite Single Room (per room) | En-suite Double Room (per room) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekly Self Service | £200.00 | £250.00 | £315.00 |
Each room is within a self-contained flat with a number of rooms sharing a fully equipped kitchen. Bedding and towels are included in the fee. Bed linen and towels are changed mid-week during the stay. There is an app-operated launderette in the centre of the Caledonian Court complex. 24-hour access for collection of keys, at the Accommodation Office during office hours or from the Security Office at other times. There is no parking available on campus, there is advice on local parking and transportation here.
Accommodation can be cancelled and refunded up to the 18th of May 2026 but a £20.00 fee will apply.
Accessibility information for Caledonian Court is here.
Explore more accommodation options in Glasgow here.
Housing reservations will be available soon; the booking link will be made available on this page.
Planning Your Stay
To help plan your trip, we will be sharing guidance on travel arrangements, car parking, and links on activities in and around Glasgow. More details coming soon...
Travelling to the University and car parking
Visiting Glasgow: Information and What’s On
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