Welcome to the Scottish Graduate School for Arts & Humanities

We are the world’s first national graduate school in the Arts and Humanities, home of Scotland's AHRC DTP. Working with our supporters in the arts, culture, creative and heritage sectors, we provide outstanding training opportunities for doctoral researchers in Scotland.

Our vision is to nurture and inspire enlightened learners, leaders, collaborators and influencers from all walks of life and become an integral and influential part of Scottish, UK and international civil society.

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Events and Training

View calendar of upcoming SGSAH events and training workshops.

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Catalysts and Hubs

Through our Discipline+ Catalysts and Knowledge Exchange Hubs, SGSAH delivers training events from academic, industry and third sector experts designed specifically for doctoral researchers in the arts and humanities.

News

  • 14 Apr

    SGSAH Doctoral Researcher Opportunities 2025/26

    We are looking for applications for new representatives for our Doctoral Researcher Committee (DRC). This is a great opportunity to get involved with SGSAH, connect with fellow PhD researchers across Scotland, and play a role in building supportive, inclusive research communities. The time commitment is minimal, and it’s a valuable way to develop your leadership, collaboration, and communication skills alongside your research.
  • 11 Feb

    February 2025 Newsletter

    Welcome to the February edition of the SGSAH Newsletter – with big plans and deadlines looming, it’s time to get comfy and read all about what’s on the horizon...  
  • 02 Oct

    SGSAH 10 Year Review 2014-24

    Welcome to the 2014-24 SGSAH 10 Year Review. Take this opportunity to read about our developments, activities and achievements from over the past 10 years. These include creative & collaborative work from our doctoral community and international scholars, external partners, staff additions and an array of in-person and online events.
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About Us

Our membership includes seventeen Scottish higher education institutions (HEIs), including four art schools and a national conservatoire.

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Our Partners

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Meet Our Researchers

Get to know our current doctoral researchers and some of our alumni on our dedicated research platform: Explore the SGSAH Research Site

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