Colleagues gathered recently to wish a happy retirement to Professor Al Dearle at the end of August. Having received both a BSc and a PhD from St Andrews, Al has spent most of his career here, interrupted by sojourns in Adelaide and Stirling. His research has cut across several themes, beginning with persistent programming (still … Retirement of Professor Alan Dearle
Congratulations to Yaxiong Lei (supervised by Dr Juan Ye) who has passed his PhD viva subject to minor corrections. Thanks to Yu Guan (University of Warwick) for serving as the external examiner.
Throughout July, the research group Open Virtual Worlds from the School of Computer Science was involved in digitalising the archaeological artefacts, historical sites, and natural landscapes in collaboration with their important partner, Timespan Museum in Helmsdale, Highlands. Two PhD students, Junyu Zhang and Sharon Pisani, who are researching digital heritage and sustainability, were using 360 … Research Activities by Open Virtual Worlds Research Group
On behalf of the School of Computer Science, we would like to congratulate all of this year’s graduating students. The school welcomed graduates, their families and friends and academic staff to reflect on and celebrate their student journey at St Andrews. Drinks and cakes were enjoyed. 🍰🥂 The school wishes all our graduates the … Graduation Reception – Thursday 3rd July 2025 🎓
Staff and PGR students from the School enjoyed a grant-writing “away day” on Thursday 12th June. There were useful discussions on structure of UKRI grants, applications and assessment of grants. Lunch, cakes and refreshments were enjoyed by all!
Congratulations to Bailey, who has successfully defended his PhD thesis with minor corrections. Bailey was supervised by Dr Blesson Varghese. Thanks to Dr Yehia Elkhatib from the University of Glasgow, who was the external examiner, and Dr Peter Macgregor from our School, who was the internal examiner.
The school hosted a highly successful outreach event on May 8th, welcoming S1 pupils from Madras College to the school. Attendees had the opportunity to explore the development of computing technology through the ages and interact with a large number of interactive technology demonstrations and exhibits. It was lovely to see how well behaved and … Successful Technology Through The Ages Event with Madras College
The school hosted a highly successful Doors Open event yesterday, welcoming many visitors including industry professionals, university colleagues from other schools (e.g. Psychology & Neuroscience, Biology and Chemistry) and prospective students. Attendees had the opportunity to explore cutting-edge projects in Artificial Intelligence, Human-computer Interaction, Software Engineering and engage with interactive technology demonstrations. Highlights of the … Successful Doors Open Event
In a change from traditional stress-relief activities, the school hosted an alpaca wellbeing event yesterday that brought fun and relaxation to those who came along. The event featured a visit from a charming herd of alpacas from Bowbridge Alpacas Scotland, named Joseph, Angus, Jacob, Balthazar, Owain and Simon. Timed during the lead into exams, the … Alpacas a Heartwarming Success for CS
We are holding a Doors Open event on Thursday, 1 May 202,5 and would love for you and your colleagues to visit us at this event. Our school is growing, and we want to make sure we are listening to organisations locally, nationally, and internationally. Our hope is that the day is a chance … Doors Open @ Computer Science, St Andrews on Thursday 1 May 2025, 10am-4pm (drop in)