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University Challenge – the next generation

From early October, we will all be cheering on our latest Durham team as they compete in this year's series of the BBC2 competition, University Challenge.
University Challenge team 2024

European Day of Languages: Will lesser spoken languages soon only be kept alive by AI technology?

European Day of Languages is an annual celebration of the diverse range of languages spoken across the continent. But as Dr Fintan Mallory, from our Department of Philosophy, explains how we shouldn't expect AI technology to save lesser spoken languages.
German words on a page

Durham University statement - Suzanne Duncan

Durham University is extremely saddened to hear of the death of Suzanne Duncan, who recently retired as Principal and Chief Executive of East Durham College.
A portrait of Suzanne Duncan looking at the camera and smiling.

How we're helping to break down barriers to opportunity

At Durham we firmly believe that everyone should have fair and equal access to education and skills training. Our Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien explores what we're doing to break down the barriers that can prevent people from progressing into further education and employment.
VC Karen O'Brien smiling outdoors with an autumnal tree behind her

Our students return to kickstart the theatre calendar in style

There is plenty to get stuck into in the world of theatre this Michaelmas term, from musicals, to comedy, to classical theatre. Come along!
A young man wearing a white shirt and dark tie on a theatre stage

New report recommends specialist support for mothers in prison

A new report reveals the challenges mothers face trying to maintain a relationship with their children whilst in prison, and recommends additional support.
Barbed wire prison fence top against sunset sky

Durham University recognised for spin-out best practice by Research England

Following an independent review of university spin-out companies, Research England has today (24 September) published its spin-out best practice and initial adoption list.
Vice-Chancellor Karen O'Brien is pictured centre with bookcase in background

Partnership with colleges celebrated at Labour Party conference

Our work to bring together Further Education and Higher Education has been highlighted at the Labour Party annual conference.
Five people sitting on chairs on a stage, in front of a digital screen

Botanic Garden Team strike Gold

Our beautiful Botanic Garden has once again achieved a Gold Award in the Northumbria in Bloom Competition 2024. This annual competition recognises, encourages and rewards community groups who work together to transform their village, town or city, through gardening, environmental awareness and community support.
Botanic Garden Gold winner Northumbria in Bloom 2024, Peter Thomson and David Profit accepting NiB Gold Award

Exploring the first of our careers fairs: part-time jobs, placements and volunteering

Our careers weeks and fairs span a range of sectors, providing our students and graduates with a whole host of opportunities to gain advice and information on different career pathways.
A group of students talking to a member of staff / company representative

Alumnus Baron Brady releases memoir of political career

Our recently ennobled alumnus Baron (Graham) Brady, previously a long-serving Conservative MP, has published a memoir of his long political career
Baron Brady Memoir

Our successful 'careers weeks' series returns for a third year

Our series of careers weeks and fairs explores a range of sectors over two academic terms, providing our students and graduates with a whole host of opportunities to gain advice and information on different career pathways.