Faculty of Social Sciences news
Dementia Studies course expands offer to Sri Lanka
The University of Stirling has expanded the range of its distance learning course in Dementia Studies to include a student from Sri Lanka for the first time - in addition to students from India and Bangladesh.
Domestic abuse legislation should recognise children as victims
Children who experience domestic abuse should be recognised by law as victims and not merely as witnesses, University of Stirling child expert Professor Jane Callaghan has claimed.
Housing experts call for a Commissioner for Ageing
A University of Stirling-led report has called for a Commissioner for Ageing in England and Scotland – similar to the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales – to ensure that people are able to age in the right place.
Experts address impact of austerity on children living in poverty
The impact of austerity measures on children – and work being done to mitigate this – will be addressed at the University of Stirling Taking action on child poverty conference to mark the start of Challenge Poverty Week.
Impact of narrowing school curriculum on pupil outcomes
A narrowing of the curriculum in secondary schools could impact on student outcomes – particularly for those from deprived backgrounds - according to research carried out by academics at the University of Stirling.
Looked after children wait years for adoption, new study finds
A University of Stirling-led study tracking the progress of 1,836 looked-after children, has found they can wait years to be adopted.
Language education students spread their skills worldwide
Language education students from the University of Stirling are heading overseas this month as part of an international placement scheme.
Don’t miss a trick with free bridge session
A free Bridge session is being offered to local residents, staff and students, as part of a University of Stirling research project into the health and well-being benefits of playing the card game.
Innovative approach to repeat offending shows promise
The Aberdeen Problem-Solving Approach, which aims to reduce the use of custodial sentences and cut reoffending for persistent offenders, has the potential to be extended to other areas, after a new report published today said it “shows promise”.
‘Generation rent’ suffer mental health issues
Being forced to live long-term in private rented housing is impacting negatively on young people’s mental health a new study, led by University of Stirling academic Dr Kim McKee, has found.
Education experts team up with children’s mental health charity
Education experts from the University of Stirling team up with children’s mental health charity Place2Be to help future generations of teachers in Scotland support their students.
Experts gather to discuss the ethical collection and use of student data
Data experts gather at the University of Stirling to discuss the ethics behind the collection and use of student data in higher education.
Dementia workshops for carers and volunteers
Free workshops are being offered by the University of Stirling to carers and volunteers who provide support for people with dementia.
Stirling students celebrate first step in academic career
Students who passed Stirling’s Access to Degree Studies course move onto undergraduate study.
Education experts to run academic writing workshops in Brazil
Brazilian researchers will get academic writing tips from education experts at the University of Stirling.
British Council recognition for Stirling student
Stirling student receives British Council recognition for dissertation
University academic appointed as editor of leading education journal
Curriculum studies expert Professor Mark Priestley has been appointed as editor of a leading education journal.
Stirling academic to help World Health Organisation promote personalised care for the elderly
A University of Stirling academic has been called upon to help the World Health Organisation (WHO) promote personalised care for older people in the Middle East and North Africa.
University academics ‘bridge the gap’ with new card club
Academics at the University of Stirling are bridging the gap between generations - as well as the local community - by inviting people to join a new bridge club.
Children’s experiences of domestic violence and child marriage discussed
Children’s experiences of domestic violence and child marriage were explored in a Stirling academic’s inaugural lecture this week.
New study challenges myth that low-income parents and children suffer from a ‘poverty of aspiration’
Children from low-income families risk being failed by schools – because of the belief their parents lack ambition for them, a University of Stirling academic has claimed.
Expertise on public involvement in research shared by honorary professor
Ways to include the public in health service research have been outlined by a University of Stirling honorary professor.
University experts attend Japan-UK dementia events in Tokyo
Experts from the University of Stirling are taking part in two Japan-UK Dementia events in Tokyo looking at the universal challenges of the condition.
Stirling academic calls on Government to provide more support for single parents
A University of Stirling academic has called on the Government to increase payments for unemployed single parents in order to bring about improvements in child wellbeing.
Stirling poet honoured
A leading University of Stirling writer has been elected to the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
Celebrities helped to lose 100 years between them in 21 days by Stirling academic
Eight celebrities have been taking part in a unique experiment designed by a University of Stirling academic to see if they can lose 100 years between them in 21 days.
University of Stirling academic to dispel ‘poverty of aspiration’ myth
The theory that parents’ low aspirations are to blame for their children’s lack of progress at school will be challenged by a University of Stirling academic.
Stirling team secures £1 million to study role of governing boards in Further Education
A team of researchers – led by the University of Stirling – has been awarded nearly £1 million from the Economic and Social Research Council to study governance in the Further Education (FE) sector.
Equality award for Stirling academic
A University of Stirling academic has been recognised for her work in gender and disability equality.
Pride does not come before a fall
Contrary to the old saying ‘pride comes before a fall’ the opposite appears to be true, according to a study published in the Christmas issue of The BMJ.
Hate crimes against LGBT+ people in deprived areas ignored
Hate crimes against LGBT+ residents in deprived neighbourhoods risk going unrecorded because housing associations rarely enquire about tenants’ sexual or gender identity, research has found.
Novelist and the Macrobert’s first director to be honoured at Stirling graduation
A celebrated novelist and the first director of the Macrobert Arts Centre will receive honorary degrees at the University of Stirling’s winter graduation ceremonies this week.
Scotland’s lost earth-built heritage overlooked, study finds
A romanticised perception of Scotland’s historic buildings has left traditional earth-built homes - once inhabited by the majority of the population - underappreciated, according to University of Stirling academics.
Stirling academic lands senior Royal Society role
David Bell, Professor of Economics - who has been an RSE Fellow since 2002 - will serve on the RSE's Council during the 2017/2018 session, starting next April.
Stirling hosts national television summit
Top UK television experts have gathered at the University of Stirling to debate the future of factual programming.
Senior Swedish Government official visits campus
Students received a visit from a prominent alumnus when Sweden’s Deputy Finance Minister, Per Bolund, returned to the Stirling campus.
New study into Celtic FC founder Brother Walfrid
The impact of Celtic Football Club founder Brother Walfrid on social, cultural and religious identities in Scotland will form part of a new £25,000 study by the University of Stirling.
University of Stirling celebrated at the Scottish Parliament
MSPs have congratulated the University of Stirling on its 50th anniversary during a special debate at the Scottish Parliament.
Masters students apply teaching skills around the world
Language education students are swapping the University of Stirling campus for schools and universities around the world as part of an international placement programme.
Stirling academic wins at the Scottish Women’s Awards
A University of Stirling academic has received a top accolade at the Scottish Women’s Awards 2017.
Hospital patients with dementia and other causes of confusion have worse outcomes, study finds
Hospital patients with dementia and other causes of confusion have longer stays and worse treatment outcomes than people without the condition, research led by the University of Stirling has found.
Backing to boost dementia-friendly communities
A three-year project – involving the University of Stirling and local partners – to boost communities for people living with dementia has received major backing from the Life Changes Trust.
British Council recognition for Stirling student
A University of Stirling student has received recognition from the British Council for his Masters dissertation.
Students honoured alongside humanitarian and arts leaders at Stirling graduation
More than 750 graduates from the faculties of Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences celebrated their achievements on the final day of the University of Stirling’s 50th anniversary summer graduation ceremonies.
Stirling students earn passport to brighter future
Almost 50 students will begin degree courses this year after graduating from a University of Stirling access to higher education programme.
International focus on curriculum development
The University of Stirling has welcomed international researchers, policymakers and practitioners to a major European conference on curriculum studies.
Dementia experts host international masterclass
International experts in the design of environments for people with dementia have gathered at the University of Stirling to attend a masterclass hosted by the Dementia Services Development Centre.
New app to help improve environments for people living with dementia
The University of Stirling’s Dementia Services Development Centre has announced the development of a ground-breaking new app to help improve workplaces, public buildings and homes for people living with dementia.
Women and babies in prison research explored
Top child welfare experts have gathered at the University of Stirling to discuss the wellbeing of babies and women in prison.
Success in top social science Fellowship
Professor Alison Bowes and Professor Kirstein Rummery have both been conferred with the Award of Fellow by the Academy of Social Sciences.
