In March, we were named a World Top 50 international university by Times Higher Education and we have achieved a record 22 subjects ranked among the world’s top 100 in the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject.

Earlier this month a range of sports teams from our Colleges squared up against rivals from the University of York, coming away triumphant and retaining the Varsity cup for a second consecutive year.

Edward Twiddy, alumnus of Collingwood College and co-founder of Atom Bank, recently met with our latest Anne-Marie Imafidon (AMI) Women in Tech scholars in the Department of Computer Science.

A panel of our leading academics shared how the University’s academic expertise will play a key part in unlocking the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI), contributing to the regional and national economy and skills.

Our Business School has strengthened its position among the global elite, ranking joint 85th in the prestigious Financial Times Global MBA Ranking for 2026.

The Melsonby Hoard - an internationally significant Iron Age find excavated by our Department of Archaeology, including our Archaeological Services team - will go on display to the public later this year.

We would like to wish all those preparing for and celebrating the arrival of the Year of the Horse a very happy and healthy New Year.

We have been strengthening links with partner institutions across the world, reflecting a strong commitment to collaboration, international engagement and academic excellence.

We are one of Europe’s leading universities, placed 32nd in the latest QS World University Rankings: Europe.

Dr Yang Li, a Durham University alumnus and Associate Professor at Peking University, has received a prestigious British Council Study UK Alumni Award, recognising his outstanding scientific achievements and global impact.

With major government initiatives on the horizon for Artificial Intelligence, skills and trade, our Chancellor, Dr Fiona Hill, joined with industry leaders and the University community for an engaging discussion on how they could impact business across the region.

Following the release of the 2026 New Year Honours, we congratulate our alumni and friends who have been recognised for their exceptional contributions.