Education

Robert Gordon University

New Scottish university facing strike action over 'alarming' cutbacks

Union ballot finds 83 per cent back industrial action in Robert Gordon University dispute

Greens MSP announced as rector of crisis-hit university

This comes after the announcement that 632 jobs are to be axed at the university to plug a £35m defi...

Students sit an exam. Picture: John Devlin

Exams to be scrapped for pupils taking 3 subjects in Scottish schools

SNP ministers previously rejected a call to axe all exams for S4 pupils

University boss called for top staff to be 'rewarded' before pay rise Calum Ross

Calum Ross

Inside story of the moment a Scottish university plunged into crisis

This is the moment that 32 attendees of Dundee University’s governing body will not forget

Scottish university would run out of money within weeks without help

‘Very grave cash crisis’ outlined to MSPs as university chiefs give evidence to MSPs

Dundee University

The 6 key things learned from 'jaw-dropping' Dundee University hearing

Catchment changes may be required for Boroughmuir High School in the long term, officials say

Edinburgh schools face catchment changes and temporary classrooms

Wallace & Gromit. Picture: AFP via Getty Images

Wallace and Gromit creator inspiring next generation in Scots schools

Edinburgh University (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Edinburgh University union ballot finds 75% ready for strike action

A Police Scotland investigation has been launched

Police investigating allegations of sexual abuse at a Scottish school

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One language app says its Irish language course has seen a huge boost in popularity over the past year

3 ways to start learning Irish - as app reports 200% popularity rise

A rally by university union members outside the Scottish Parliament (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

University’s troubles worsened by UK’s hostility towards migrants Stephen Gethins

Dundee University plans to cut 632 jobs, about 20 per cent of its workforce, as it struggles to deal with £35 million deficit (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Additional £10m support announced amid Dundee University cash crisis

Lincluden Primary School in Dumfries, where the knife was discovered

Police called after child brings knife into primary school

Dundee University plans to cut 632 jobs, about 20 per cent of its workforce, as it struggles to deal witha £35 million deficit. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

I support free tuition, but the university funding model is broken Martyn McLaughlin

Sam Heughan, who has become one of Scotland's biggest stars since starring in Outlander, is an alumni of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

The performing arts college with Heughan link named in world's top 10

Dundee University plans to cut 632 jobs, about 20 per cent of its workforce, as it struggles to deal with £35 million deficit (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

SNP must consider emergency funds to prevent job losses at university Scotsman comment

Over 600 staff at Dundee University are to be axed.

More than 600 jobs to be axed at crisis-hit Scottish university

Black Diamond Cheerleaders, a Scottish team, at The Summit in Florida last year.

Cheerleaders forced to chose between SQA exams and world championships

Hundreds of staff at a Scottish university who are union members have begun a two week strike in defence of their pensions.

Scottish university sees two-week strike action begin

Graduating students. Picture: David Cheskin/PA

Exclusive SNP told to open 'urgent' talks on university funding model

Scotland needs a well-education population if it is to prosper (Picture: Christopher Furlong)

We must reconsider universal benefits amid university funding crisis Scotsman comment

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Ad Feature Call for more equality, diversity and inclusion in cultural sectors

A general view of the University of Edinburgh Old College, Edinburgh. Picture: PA

Exclusive Staff question 'perverse' scale of Edinburgh University's £140m cuts

New app 'Parent Geenee' can limit how your child uses different apps at home, school - or even at friend's hosues

The new app that lets parents customise what apps kids use, and where

Two teenagers were taken to hospital after inhaling an illegal vape with an unknown substance

Two Scottish teenagers hospitalised after 'one draw' on illegal vape

Pupils at school. (Pic credit: Jeff J Mitchell / Getty Images)

Scottish Tories' call to cut school leaving age 'deeply irresponsible'

Emily Copland

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The Scottish Humanist Society says children should be allowed to opt out of religious assemblies in schools.

Exclusive Government 'scared of upsetting the church' over religious assemblies

These universities, found across the UK, have some of the highest rates of satisfied students - especially when it came to teaching

The UK universities where students are happiest with their education

University of Dundee

Decision still to be made on university's share of SNP's £15m fund

World Book Day encourages children to get involved in reading, which can mean dressing up.

Here are 20 easy, last minute World Book Day costume ideas

Is cutting the school leaving age the answer to problems in Scottish education? (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell)

Cut Scotland's school leaving age to 14 or 15, says Tory leader

John Swinney and Nicola Sturgeon promised to cut the educational attainment gap between rich and poor. Instead, it has got bigger (Picture: Andy Buchanan)

Growing school attainment gap should shame Swinney and Sturgeon Murdo Fraser

A chance to spark off a career path in the maritime industry

Realising power and potential of working mums

Apprentices line up for CalMac duties

Scottish Apprenticeship Week for a stronger native workforce

Royal Marines take part in raid during Exercise Joint Warrior on April 27, 2018 in Dalbeattie,Scotland. Photo: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

How Scottish soldiers can now swap the armed forces for accountancy

BAE Systems, which has a number of operations in Scotland, is a key backer of apprenticeships. Picture: James Robinson

Scottish Apprenticeship Week: Study reveals ‘huge appetite’ for on-job training

Concerns have been raised over Labour’s decision to impose VAT on private schools

Funding for Scottish councils if schools see private sector influx

Scotland Ranking - 5. National Ranking - 20. Founded in 1796 as the Andersonian Institute, it is Glasgow's second-oldest university, having received its royal charter in 1964 as the first technological university in the United Kingdom.

Exclusive Scottish university's £60m surplus drop as principal's pay rises £20k

Children in Malawi appear to have a better understanding of the importance of education than some of their Scottish counterparts (Picture: Amos Gumulira)

Kids seem to skip local school on daily basis with teachers’ approval Stephen Jardine

AI technology

Exclusive Scottish universities catch students in 1,000 AI 'cheating' cases

Duror Primary School

Primary school with just two pupils 'saved' from closure

Scotland's best primary schools have been ranked in the latest league table produced for The Sunday Times

The 10 best primary schools in Scotland, based on 2025 league table

Emma Roddick MSP

Former SNP minister wants children to have opt out on religious events

Gordonstoun school has its first night endurance 10 hrs race.

Pupils from King's former school run in pitch dark in gruelling event

The SRUC is making changes to its operations at Elmwood College (Pic: Submitted)

Cash-strapped Scottish college reveals closure plans for course and building

The University of Dundee's Queen Mother Building

SNP tells university to consider any staff proposals to limit job cuts

SNP accused as thousands leave school without qualifications

St Catherine's Primary School in Springburn, Glasgow

QTS Group partners with SAINT PHNX to support children’s mental health

Children attending school (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell)

SNP told to review school staffing and funding after 768% ASN rise

John Douglas Thompson playing Shylock in The Merchant Of Venice

Why we are failing children by driving Shakespeare out of our schools Paul Wilson

The Energy Training Academy (ETA) is stepping up its bid to close what it likely to be a growing renewables skills gap. Pictured are Barry Sharp of Renewable Heat with ETA co-founders Mark Glasgow and Andrew Lamond.

Scottish training academy targets ex-military with green heating skills course

The University of Edinburgh recently announced an 'urgent' gap in its finances

Edinburgh University told strikes looming over £140m cuts

Edinburgh University (Picture: Lisa Ferguson)

Edinburgh University says 'radical' action needed to plug £140m hole

Poverty-related gap widens again (Picture: John Devlin)

SNP 'flunked it' claim as gap grows between richest and poorest pupils

Scottish school pupils in a class (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell)

Scottish council could axe 24 teachers and revive music tuition fees

Demonstration against proposed music tuition cuts at Stirling Council

Music tuition cuts abandoned by Scottish council after outcry

Rally outise Caird Hall in Dundee's city centre

Staff at troubled Scottish university embark on 3 weeks of strikes

Tutor Doctor tutoring session

How to set academic goals for your child this year

Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen

The ‘major existential threat’ facing universities hit by 'huge' 22% cut

World rank: 29. UK rank: 5. Scottish rank: 1

Hunt for director of dance show as founder steps down after 40 years

A marketing campaign is encouraging international students to choose Scotland

900% rise in interest from overseas students coming to Scotland

University of Dundee

Exclusive Scottish university urged to end secrecy over pay-off for principal

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar

Anas Sarwar: I will ban mobile phones in classrooms as First Minister

Knox Academy in Haddington was in lockdown this morning.

Police arrest teen over 'BB gun' incident at secondary school

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Scottish students to explore real world maths with new programme

Open Day: visit Glenalmond, see the spectacular setting and discover the Glenalmond spirit.

Ad Feature Open Day: See our spectacular setting, discover the Glenalmond spirit

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

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