Scot Peterson

Scot Peterson is a Departmental Lecturer in British Politics and Government at the University of Oxford, affiliated with Corpus Christi College and the Department of Politics and International Relations (DPIR). His research focuses on constitutional history, law and religion, and the intersection of religion with political institutions in the UK. He teaches courses on comparative government, modern British politics, and US government at the undergraduate level.

His work explores themes such as constitutional crises, church-state relations, and the evolution of legal frameworks. Notable publications include analyses of the Edward VIII abdication crisis, transitional constitutionalism in the UK, and the role of religion in legal contexts. His research often bridges historical analysis with contemporary political questions, particularly in constitutional design and religious freedom.

Peterson has contributed to discussions on the UK's unwritten constitution, religious exemptions in anti-discrimination laws, and the legacy of Adam Smith's ideas in constitutional thought. His writing spans academic journals, book chapters, and reviews, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary approaches in political and legal scholarship.