Inaugural Showcase
Four new Professors gave inaugural lectures at the School of International Relations on 19 November 2025.
School news
Celebrating Professor Raymond Hinnebusch’s Retirement and Legacy at St Andrews
Celebrating Professor Raymond Hinnebusch’s retirement after nearly 30 years at St Andrews, highlighting his academic legacy, institution-building, and a commemorative event on Middle East scholarship.
From the Black Sea to the North Sea: A Workshop in Stop-motion Animation with Film Screening
Students and researchers joined a two-part workshop on stop-motion animation, gathering inspiration at Castle Sands and developing stories at the Wardlaw Museum.
Dr Kim Vender Delivers Lecture on China and Climate Leadership
A St Andrews seminar with Dr Kim Vender explored China’s climate leadership, highlighting domestic views, global expectations, and geopolitical factors shaping its role as both major emitter and potential climate leader.
Lieutenant General (Retd) Richard Nugee CB CVO CBE visits University
Lieutenant General (Retd) Richard Nugee visited St Andrews to deliver a masterclass on climate change’s global security impacts, covering supply chains, migration, health risks, and government adaptation strategies.
Dr Bernhard Blumenau Appointed Panel Member of Research Excellence Framework for Politics and International Studies
Dr Bernhard Blumenau has been appointed to the REF sub-panel for Politics and International Studies, bringing interdisciplinary expertise to help assess research quality across the UK.
From Belgium to New Zealand: Dr Malaka Shwaikh’s Global Engagements on Peace and Resilience
Dr Malaka Shwaikh shares her research on peace, resilience, and community through keynotes, workshops, and community dialogues in Belgium and New Zealand, highlighting her global leadership in peace and conflict studies.
Dr Nick Brooke wins Students’ Association Teaching Excellence Award
The teaching award recognizes his outstanding innovation in a module that examines how pop culture shapes views of political violence.
School of International Relations launches new online MSc in Conflict and Security in Policy and Practice
New online, part-time MSc in Conflict and Security in Policy and Practice launches January 2026, with scholarships and UK Ministry of Defence ELC support available.
School of International Relations ranked No. 1 in the UK for second year running
The Guardian University Guide 2026 places St Andrews top in the UK for International Relations.