Arts and Humanities research
A vibrant culture of collaboration underpins our research in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. Explore our research areas to see how we’re working with others to bring influential new ideas to light.
Research areas
Research Spotlight
Learn how our research is informing best practice among mountain safety practitioners, professionals and educators around the world.
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Research Spotlight
Scotland’s sporting heritage
Find out more about our work to preserve and celebrate Scotland’s rich and diverse sporting history.
Research Spotlight
Terror and Wonder
Find out how our research helped to shape the world's largest ever public exhibition of the Gothic at the British Library.
Research Spotlight
Human rights reform
Learn more about how our research is helping to ensure human rights are embedded across the work of government so that law and policy supports the dignity of everyone in Scotland.
Research Spotlight
Uncovering forgotten history
Dunfermline Abbey is one of the most important ecclesiastical sites in Scotland. Find out how Stirling research has been central to reshaping its rich story and bringing its historical significance to the fore.
PhD opportunities
The Faculty of Arts and Humanities offers a vibrant, supportive environment for postgraduate researchers. Take a closer look at the subject areas we offer PhD supervision in and find out how to apply.
Communications, Media and Culture
Find out more about PhD opportunities in English Studies, Journalism, Film and Media, and Public Relations.
History and Heritage
Find out more about PhD opportunities in History and Heritage.
Law
Find out more about PhD opportunities in Law.
Literature and Languages
Find out more about PhD opportunities in English, French, Spanish, Publishing Studies, Religion and Cultures.
Philosophy
Find out more about PhD opportunities in Philosophy.
Politics and International Studies
Find out more about PhD opportunities in Politics and International Studies.
Contact us
For general enquiries about research in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, please get in touch.