The Skids' Richard Jobson receives honorary degree from Edinburgh Napier The Skids singer Richard Jobson has received an honorary degree for his contribution to the arts. The singer had a series of hit singles with the punk rock band during the late 1970s and early 1980s, including Into the Valley and The Saints are Coming. Following his music career, Jobson moved into television before directing a number of films, including an adaptation of his own book, 16 Years of Alcohol. He was handed an Honorary Doctorate of the Arts at Edinburgh Napier University's graduation ceremony on Thursday. After the ceremony, he said: "I am deeply honoured to collect this honorary degree from Edinburgh Napier University. The University is at the heart of the future of the Scottish film industry - something I feel passionate about - and I believe this will be the beginning of a long and fruitful relationship. Almost 2000 students will graduate from the university over three days of ceremonies this week. Principal Professor Dame Joan Stringer said: "We are proud of all of our students graduating this summer and are pleased to be able to recognise them alongside such esteemed figures. Whether in the fields of art, culture or business, their achievements, drive and passion are a true inspiration to our students.