Visiting Academics

The Business School has a vibrant Visiting Academics Programme.

We welcome applications for visits of up to one year from scholars at all stages of their careers. 

You will be paired with a Department Collaborator from the School based on your shared research interests. They will act as a link to the School, the University and Durham, and help you to take full advantage of all the opportunities on offer. 

Visiting Academics should hold a PhD or have submitted their thesis for examination. 

Criteria for acceptance to the Visiting Academic Programme: 

• Ability to fulfil research objectives as proposed 
• Make a positive contribution to the research culture of the School 
• Contribution to research seminar programme 
• Sufficient fluency in English to be able to benefit from their time in Durham. If required a telephone interview will be arranged. 

The Visiting Academic Programme includes: 

• Attendance at regular Research Seminars 
• Access to shared desk space 
• Access to shared and public computers 
• IT facilities, photocopying and printing in the Department 
• Access to University Library 
• Stationery 
• Reasonable use of postage and faxing 
• Internal and local telephone calls 

At the end of your stay

As a Visiting Academics you will be expected to prepare a short report on your achievements and experience at the Business School. 

Fees for Visiting Academic Programme 

*VAT (20%) is chargeable to all UK and overseas visitors unless they are students. 

Please Note: 

• For academics visiting from partner universities where we have staff exchange agreements, the bench fees may be waived. 
• It is the Visiting Academic's responsibility to deal with immigration, visas, accommodation and family issues. 

How to apply 

Please email business.researchhub@durham.ac.uk for more information on how to apply.