Unique and Bespoke Programmes and Projects

Working both within the communities as well as inviting people onto campus is important in developing relationships, opening doors and welcoming people to the University. Several of our programmes include visits and on-site workshops and sessions, often developed in partnership with researchers and students.

Science Ambassadors

Science Ambassadors are young people who aim to inspire others. The project is designed to build young people’s confidence and their science identity.

Science Ambassadors

Ogden Centre Art Commission

This collaborative project united pupils and teachers from Byerley Park Primary, Newton Aycliffe & Brambles Primary Academy, Middlesbrough with artist Mel Connell and researchers at Durham University’s Ogden Centre for Fundamental Physics with the aim of producing a piece of art for the building.

Ogden Centre Art

Special Events and Programmes

Developing activities that include our campus is important in opening doors and welcoming people to the University. Several of our programmes include visits and on-site workshops and sessions, often developed in partnership with researchers and students.

Special Events

Online Talks and Workshops

The rise of Zoom has increased interest in our programme of talks to community groups, u3a, The Women’s Institute, Café Scientifiques etc.. We also provide virtual sessions for festivals and events around the UK and beyond.

Talks and Workshops

DTC students working with school children

Engagement Training for Doctoral Training Centres

Since 2015, Science Engagement has worked with various Centres for Doctoral Training to provide integrated specialist training and on-going mentoring support for their postgraduate students in aspects of outreach and engagement.

Specialist Training