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Michael Palin and Catherine Lockerbie at graduation ceremony

Honorary degree

The University is proud to recognise the contributions of this varied group of prominent figures to their fields of expertise.

Honorary degrees

Emily Maw, 2007 Alumni of the Year

Alumnus of the year

Since 1990, the University has recognised the achievements of its graduates with the Alumnus of the Year awards.

Alumnus of the year

Byron Rogers accepts the James Tait Black award for biography

James Tait Black Prizes

Established in 1919, The James Tait Black Memorial Prizes are Britain's oldest literary awards.

James Tait Black Prizes

Sir Walter Scott

Millennial Plaques

Plaques to commemorate achievements of individuals who have been associated with the University.

Millennial Plaques

His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Chancellor of the University

University officials

Find out more about the people who lead the University, and the history of the positions they hold.

University officials

Piers Sellers

Famous alumni

Our students have been at the forefront of knowledge since the founding of the University in 1583.

Famous alumni


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