College news

Current news from and relating to the College can be found in this section, along with research updates. Older items can still be viewed in our archive section.

News listing

Publication date

Tales of grit and glamour win oldest book awards

26 July, 2023

A reimagining of Charles Dickens’ David Copperfield and a memoir about the New York literary scene…

British Academy recognises academic talent

21 July, 2023

Two University of Edinburgh academics have been elected Fellows of The British Academy.

History expert thrives in the art of gaming

06 July, 2023

An Edinburgh art historian has helped build an immersive, digital recreation of ninth century…

Acclaimed author is latest Writer in Residence

30 June, 2023

Award-winning poet and author Michael Pedersen has been appointed as the newest Writer in Residence…

Art shows offer fresh takes on marginalised lives

30 June, 2023

Compelling artworks by major artists, which detail lives lived on the margins, are being showcased…

Leading publisher launches open access initiative

29 June, 2023

Edinburgh University Press has announced a new Open Access initiative to support authors in the…

Archive voices offer a renewed sense of Scotland’s past

28 June, 2023

Haunting sound and video installations inspired by archive recordings spanning 70 years are…

Fellowships recognise College research talent

14 June, 2023

A group of outstanding early career researchers have been awarded one of the University of…

Music could be key to curbing cybersickness

13 June, 2023

Listening to music could reduce the dizziness, nausea and headaches virtual reality users might…

Graduate Show celebrates fresh creative spirits

01 June, 2023

The bold and creative spirit of more than 550 Edinburgh College of Art students is being showcased…