Research in global languages, literatures, and cultures

The School of Modern Languages is one of the largest and most diverse of its kind in the UK. Research interests range from the medieval period to the present day and engage with literatures and cultures around the world.

In the most recent UK national research assessment exercise (REF 2021) the University of St Andrews was ranked first in Scotland for Modern Languages and Linguistics and more than 80% of the School's research and impact was judged to be world-leading or internationally excellent.