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**

 

9:30–9:40 Arrival

Check-in at the 'black and white' corridor then proceed into the Assembly Hall

9:40–10:00 Welcome from Director of Recruitment & Video viewing: Students and staff tell you what it's like to study at the School of Divinity

10-10:30 Interactive panel session with current students at the School of Divinity

10:30-11:00 New College Quiz - take part for the chance to win a prize!

11:00-11:30 Break in the Rainy Hall 

Comfort break and refreshments provided (teas, coffees, juice and biscuits)

11:30-12:10 Interactive session led by colleagues from the New College Library

12:10-12:40 Mini-lectures

Martin Hall - Dr Kirsty Murray | Witchcraft

Althaus Reid room - Dr Paul Fuller | Buddhism

12.40-1.40 Lunch in the Rainy Hall or quad (weather dependent). 

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.

1.40-1.45 New College Quiz prize awards in Assembly Hall

1:45-2:25 Prof Gordon Lynch | Morality and Social Sciences

2:25-2.30 Feedback

2.30 Finish, depart