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Welcome to the Institute of Middle Eastern, Central Asia and Caucasus Studies! We are an interdisciplinary research institute situated in the School of International Relations at the University of St Andrews. On these pages, you will find details of our research, events and opportunities to participate in the work of MECACS. We welcome queries from prospective students, academics and practitioners, media and policymakers from or on the studied regions.
MECACS Student Essay Prize – Sub-Honours Category Winner
Shona is a third-year Arabic, Persian, and International Relations student. Originally from Glasgow, she is currently living and studying in Amman, Jordan. At St Andrews, Shona is involved in Amnesty…
MECACS Student Essay Prize – Honourable Mention (Sub-Honours)
Hoochang Yi is a second-year student in the School of Philosophy. This essay received an Honourable Mention in the Sub-Honours category of the 2023 MECACS student essay competition. The role…
MECACS Student Essay Prize – Honours Category Winner
Stuart Ramsey is a 4th year student in the School of History. This essay was awarded first prize in the Honours category of the 2023 MECACS Student Essay competition. The…
MECACS Art Exhibition: Reflections of displacement and exile – Yara Alansari Student Reflection
Yara Alansari is second year undergraduate student, pursuing a joint degree in International Relations and Geography. Yara is from Syria and has work experience doing advocacy, case management and psychosocial…