Theology and Religious Studies Discovery Day 2026

Dr Felicity Loughlin invites attendees to our 2026 Discovery Day on 16 June

 

We are thrilled to have the opportunity to welcome schools from across Scotland to our Theology and Religious Studies Discovery Day at New College on Tuesday 16 June 2026.

Our Discovery Day is a great way to introduce pupils to the wide and exciting range of topics and approaches available within Theology and Religious Studies. The day also allows us to discuss the value of studying these subjects and to showcase what it’s like to study them at university. Pupils will be welcomed in our beautiful building by the Head of School before participating in interactive taster lectures. Pupils will also hear from current staff and students talking about their experiences at New College.

View the programme and register interest by contacting Events Officer Pippa Innes.

Programme

16 June 2026, School of Divinity, University of Edinburgh

**Please note this programme is subject to change**

9:30-10am Welcome

9:30–9:40am Arrival: Check-in at the 'black and white' corridor then proceed into the Assembly Hall

9:40–10am Welcome from Director of Recruitment & Video viewing: Students and staff tell you what it's like to study at the School of Divinity

10:10-10:40 Mini Lectures in our lecture theatres
10:40-11:10 Interactive panel session with current students at the School of Divinity
11:10–11:40am Refreshments & Quiz: Rainy Hall

11:10-11:20 Comfort break and refreshments provided (teas, coffees, juice and biscuits) 

11:20-11:40am New College Quiz - take part for the chance to win a prize!

11:40am–12:40pm Session 2: Assembly Hall

11:40-12:10pm Interactive session led by colleagues from the New College Library

12:10-12:40pm Mini-lecture

12.40-12.45pm New College Quiz prize awards

12:45–1:40pm Lunch break

During the lunch break there will be a chance to visit the New College Library. First come, first served opportunity, teachers required to register in advance.

Unfortunately library visits are not accessible to those in a wheelchair due to essential lift works.

1:40–2:25pm Session 3: Assembly Hall

Interactive session with one of our academic colleagues

2:25pm Finish, depart