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Religion or Belief

Inter-Belief cohesion is an important part of being an inclusive international University.  For this purpose there are annual actions to ensure that people's belief who visit, work or study here are respected and understood.

The University has an inclusive multi-belief Chaplaincy providing services such as prayer/contemplation rooms and garden; faith specific kitchen and washing facilities - refer to webpage: Staff Prayer Facilities

Latest Guidance & Awareness:

Brief legislative and engagement good practice guidance document:
Equality Staff Briefing on Race, Religion and Belief (PDF, 353 KB)

Overview document providing guidance per belief and culture developed from engagement with diverse agencies and societies:
A-Z of Cultural Ethnicity, Religion and Belief Considerations (PDF, 529 KB)

Scottish Government guidance document:
Scottish Inter Faith Council: Values in Harmony (PDF, 2,993 KB)   

For HE Sector-wide guidance, log onto the ECU webpage to view:
HE Inclusive Practice for Religion or Belief

For info on inclusive adjustments for religion or belief; further understanding; local places of worship; and community groups, please refer to the following: 

The E&D Officer continually enhances our links with local diverse places of worship and cultural communities, so that our staff and students can observe and celebrate their belief and cultural traditions with neighbouring communities.

Also refer to webpage: Fife Inter Faith Group 

Contact details

Mr Sukhi Bains
Equality and Diversity Officer

University of St Andrews
The Old Burgh School

Abbey Walk
St Andrews
Fife
KY16 9LB
Scotland, United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0)1334 461649
Fax:+44 (0)1334 462570