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ECPR Onora O’Neill Prize
15/09/2026
Politics and International Relations

SPS Political Theory research recognized: Mihaela Mihai Wins Inaugural Onora O’Neill Prize, Mathias Thaler Shortlisted

The School of Social and Political Science celebrates a double success: Professor Mihaela Mihai wins the prestigious 2026 European Consortium for Political Research (ECPR) Onora O’Neill Political Theory Prize, while Professor Mathias Thaler was shortlisted for the same prize.
Professor Ben Rosamond
03/09/2026
Politics and International Relations

Professor Ben Rosamond elected Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

Professor Ben Rosamond has become a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, in the latest cohort of “some of the most influential voices in social science today.”
christina boswell
06/07/2026
Politics and International Relations

Campaign for Social Science appoints Professor Christina Boswell as Chair

Professor Christina Boswell has become the new Chair of the Campaign for Social Science, a leading role in promoting the importance of the social sciences.

parliamentary affairs
01/07/2026
Politics and International Relations

Devolved governments seen to favour some regions over others

People in Scotland and Wales often view governments as favouring wealthier, urban and central areas over rural and less-developed regions, a study suggests.
Former President of India Dr APJ Abdul Kalan
12/06/2026
Centre of African Studies

New award celebrates Indian students and honours former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam

The School of Social and Political Science is setting up a new annual award in the name of former President of India Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, to honour its Indian postgraduate students.

The cover of the Governing the Future report

Citizens’ assembly key to giving public a voice on AI, says report

A new report has recommendations for the Scottish and UK governments on steps that can be taken to ensure AI is developed and used in ways that create trust and deliver real benefits.

10/06/2026
qs
15/04/2026
Centre of African Studies

SPS subject areas climb in 2026 QS world subject rankings

Five School of Social and Political Science (SPS) subject areas have improved or maintained their standing among the world's leading universities, according to the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject — with Social Policy regaining its top 10 position.
Tam-Dalyell-Prize-Lecture

Professor Ailsa Henderson wins prestigious Tam Dalyell Prize for public engagement

Professor Ailsa Henderson has won the University of Edinburgh’s Tam Dalyell Prize for Excellence in Engaging the Public with Science.

26/02/2026
SES

ESRC funds Scottish Election Study for another five years

The Scottish Election Study (SES) project has received funding for another five years to continue its work examining the political attitudes and behaviour of voters in Scotland.

11/11/2025
Kate Wright

Professor Kate Wright wins Outstanding Monograph of the Year for book on Trump and Voice of America

Professor Kate Wright and her co-authors have won the Outstanding Monograph of the Year Award from the Media, Communication and Cultural Studies Association (MeCCSA).

22/09/2025
Photo of the book cover beside a headshot of Kate Wright

SPS academic’s book on Trump and Voice of America recognised in prestigious international awards

A book by School of Social and Political Science (SPS) academic Professor Kate Wright received honours from international communications organisations for its important insights into Donald Trump and the state-media network Voice of America (VOA).

25/06/2025

SPS academics join expert sub-panels to lead REF

Professor Ailsa Henderson and Professor Tobias Kelly from the School of Social and Political Science (SPS) have been appointed to the expert sub-panels of the Research Excellence Framework (REF).

19/06/2025