University of Caer Riata

The University of Caer Riata is a prestigious institution of higher learning located in the ancient capital of Caer Riata. Founded by King Ruaridh III, it is highly regarded for its traditional approach to education, with a specific academic focus on the deep study of philosophies and divinity.

The university was established by royal decree during the reign of King Ruaridh III of the Ruary dynasty. It was intended to serve as a bastion of Daelian culture and religious study, ensuring that the nobility and gentry of the heartlands had access to sophisticated instruction in the core subjects.

Unlike the more experimental nature of the University of Dalreoch, Caer Riata remains dedicated to the “core subjects” of the Daelian educational tradition. It is the primary centre for:

• Divinity: Advanced theological study and the preservation of traditional religious texts.
• Philosophies: A rigorous examination of ancient and modern thought, including the works of the ancient teachers of self-knowledge.
• The Core subjects: Providing foundational education in Law and the Liberal Arts for the heirs of the great houses.

• King Ruaridh III: The royal founder of the institution.
• Duke of Glasholm: The current ruler of the city and primary patron of the university.

• Caer Riata: The city where the university is situated.
• Dael Riata: The kingdom served by the university's graduates.