Insight articles

Emma Skelton looks at the evidence on the impact of the Erasmus+ programme and the benefits of student mobility for the UK’s economy and society.

Insight looks at South Korea’s soft power, and the opportunities for the UK from closer cooperation with the country.

How education, culture and social enterprise can improve young people’s resilience to the narratives of violent extremism.

The growing economic and diplomatic power of Indonesia has largely maintained its diverse, tolerant culture. We examine research suggesting that the UK could benefit from closer ties.

New research from Turkey shows worrying levels of distrust towards the UK and EU, but a hunger for education which suggests an opportunity for improving relations.

With power diffusing away from states, some have described a growing ‘diplomatic deficit’. But there are opportunities for countries willing to reach out to and with non-state actors.

A literature review on Soft Power, Cultural Relations, and Cultural and Public Diplomacy explores the meanings of terms which are often confused by looking at their history and practice.

Britain and Germany are linked by strong ties of culture and friendship. These ties will continue to flourish after Brexit. A book of essays for the UK/Germany 2018 Season explains why.

Insight gives an overview of recent research on the potential future of international education in Scotland.

How boosting entrepreneurial skills could help build the resilience of the Middle East and North Africa to radicalisation.