Durham University Business School have entered a new strategic partnership with POLIMI Graduate School of Management to design and deliver a multi-campus Executive MBA, launching in November 2026.

Durham is home to world-leading research that helps to address the challenges of an ever-changing and complex world – and inspires the next generation of problem-solvers. 

Geographer Dr Caroline Clason has played a key role in a major new international report highlighting the accelerating decline of the world’s glaciers and ice sheets.

Professor Edith Hall, from our department of Classics and Ancient History, has been awarded the 2024 International Hellenic Prize for her acclaimed book Facing Down the Furies.

Dr Shaid Mahmood, our Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion), has been appointed to the Government’s Higher Education Access and Participation Task and Finish Group.

Our research has informed a new Parliamentary report on how the UK can strengthen its position in the global space sector.

Nandhini Srinivasan has been awarded the 2026 Sir Harry Evans Global Fellowship in Investigative Journalism.

A delegation from Peking University (PKU), led by its President, Professor Gong Qihuang, visited Durham to reinforce our long-standing strategic partnership.

Research from our Department of Earth Sciences has identified the potential source of nitrogen pollution affecting a popular bathing area.

In the latest edition of our Community Newsletter, we celebrate University and community achievements, showcase upcoming cultural events, and share research making a global impact.

The historic Fellows’ Garden at University College, Durham Castle, has officially been re-opened, following a transformative redevelopment that reimagines the space as a vibrant, accessible hub for wellbeing, creativity, and community connection.

UK Government Industry Minister Chris McDonald is to address a Durham Energy Institute conference on renewable energy transition.