About the Institute

The St Andrews Institute for Gender Studies (StAIGS) brings together staff from across the university with research interests in gender. StAIGS has over 100 Academic Affiliates across 18 schools: Art History, Biology, Classics, Computer Science, Divinity, Earth & Environmental Sciences, Economics, English, Geography & Sustainable Development, History, International Relations, Management, Mathematics, Medicine, Modern Languages, Philosophical-Anthropological-Film Studies, Psychology & Neuroscience, and Physics & Astronomy.

Gender Studies is an inherently interdisciplinary field of research, encompassing the study of issues that range from feminism and women’s studies to masculine studies, queer theory, and sexuality studies. Our approach is committed to an intersectional analysis of the phenomena we examine, understanding that gender, class, race, ethnicity, sexuality, power, and inequality are inextricably connected. Furthermore, at the Institute we recognise trans studies as its own field of research distinct from queer theory, and proudly support research in this area. 

Current Projects

• Research seminars
  Twice a month we get together for a presentation from one of our affiliate members showcasing their latest research. More question time than presentation, these seminars are an excellent opportunity to see how gender impacts different academic fields. Keep an eye on the events page for more information about our upcoming talks!