Cultural Studies: Introduction

Our programme takes an innovative interdisciplinary approach to the study of contemporary culture and cultural theory. Adopting transcultural perspectives, we encourage investigations into the questions of identity and representation; the city as a site of cultural production and contestation; technological mediations of images and texts; and tensions between the visual, spatial, linguistic and literary forms.

What makes this programme unique is its focus on visual culture and multimodality of cultural forms and practices. Multidisciplinary and critical comparative approaches are key facets of the (inter)discipline of cultural studies and we welcome students coming from varied academic backgrounds and cultural traditions.

We offer the following DEGREE PROGRAMMES:

Our programme benefits greatly from its location: the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful and culturally rich cities of Europe. It is the home of many world-renowned festivals and it offers splendid sites for cultural explorations: from the established scene of ‘high culture’ to its fringe cultural landscapes of alternative spaces and events. The city’s cultural life is vibrant around the year and we challenge you to make it part of your research context.