Northumbria University, Newcastle

6 July 2021 15:12

Northumbria’s Summer 2021 Newspaper is out now!

The Summer 2021 edition of Northumbria University News is now available to read online.

20 April 2021 11:55

Award success for law researchers

Academics from Northumbria University, Newcastle, have won awards for their law research into the use of legal technology and artificial intelligence at a prestigious conference.

11 March 2021 15:41

Law academic gives expert advice to New Zealand Police Service

A Northumbria University academic has been appointed to an independent panel of experts advising the New Zealand Police service on the ethical use of new technologies in modern policing.

2 February 2021 14:43

Research by Northumbria law academic cited in House of Lords debate

A report co-written by Northumbria Law School’s Dr Marion Oswald has been cited in the Lords in support of an amendment proposed to the Domestic Abuse Bill.

2 February 2021 11:32

EXPERT COMMENT: Thousands more satellites will soon orbit Earth – we need better rules to prevent space crashes

In a recent article written for The Conversation, Lauren Napier, Researcher in Space Law and Policy, Northumbria University, Newcastle discusses the need for better rules to prevent space crashes as thousands more satellites start orbiting Earth.

23 November 2020 11:49

Better access to justice needed for victims of gender-based violence

Family justice experts from Northumbria University are calling for changes to the support given by government to victims of gender-based violence, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic.

25 September 2020 11:44

Gender-based violence during lockdown: media reports may have missed the true picture

The ability of gender-based violence victims to access support services during the Covid-19 lockdown has not been accurately portrayed in the media, with potentially damaging consequences, according to new research.

8 September 2020 17:13

Northumbria climbs into top 30 of UK university league table

Northumbria University is now ranked in the top 30 universities in the UK after a significant 20 place rise in The Guardian University Guide 2021.

29 June 2020 12:43

Northumbria is top rated UK young university in global rankings

Northumbria University’s growing global reputation for academic excellence has been reinforced after becoming the highest placed UK university in the latest world rankings.

Our virtual Spring-Summer Newspaper is here

4 June 2020 14:45

Breaking news: Northumbria’s Spring/Summer Newspaper is here!

Our first digital-only edition of Northumbria University News is here. Packed with the latest news, features and interviews, Northumbria University News is the perfect way to ‘read all about’ the exciting developments taking place across the University.

11 March 2020 10:32

Prestigious appointment for law professor

Professor Chris Ashford from Northumbria University, Newcastle, has received a prestigious appointment to the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (IALS) Advisory Council.

24 February 2020 11:12

Putting hate propagandists on trial

Tackling hate and fear propaganda through prosecution at international criminal tribunals and beyond was debated by a global panel of legal and social sciences experts in the field, during a recent conference at Northumbria University.

Royal Courts of Justice, London, United Kingdom. Credit: Ms Jane Campbell / Shutterstock.com

25 October 2019 16:03

Expert comment: A written constitution for the UK would not have resolved recent Brexit arguments – here’s why

Adam Ramshaw, Senior Lecturer in Law at Northumbria University, Newcastle, discusses why a written constitution for the UK would not have resolved recent Brexit arguments.

12 September 2019 09:53

Global league table rates Northumbria for research

Northumbria University, Newcastle continues to improve its standing in global league tables and is now rated among the top universities in the world for research citations.

6 August 2019 10:19

It’s a mystery: Parents in the dark about the university Clearing process, says study

With just a week to go before A-level results are released, more than half of parents – including those who themselves have studied at university – have not heard of Clearing and Adjustment, according to new research.

Pictured: The Northumbria University team working on the ‘Out and About’ project. (LR) Dr Antonio Portas, Frances Hamilton and Daria Onitiu.

19 December 2018 11:57

New online tool to offer support for LGBT+ staff and students

A team from Northumbria University, Newcastle are developing plans for an online platform that would help members of the LGBT+ community to understand their legal rights when they travel abroad.

28 November 2018 10:00

Remembering and responding on World Aids Day

Staff and students at Northumbria University will mark World AIDS Day by celebrating the life and work of a former academic, and launching two new initiatives aimed at highlighting the challenges faced by those living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).

The Northumbria University Choir, pictured performing at Newcastle Cathedral during the University's 25th anniversary service earlier this year

23 November 2018 13:59

Kick off the festive season with Northumbria University’s Carol Service

Northumbria University will hold its annual Carol Service on Monday 10 December.All are welcome to the free event that starts at 6pm in Newcastle Cathedral, St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF.The service will include traditional carols, performances from the University and Cathedral Choirs, and will be followed by a light festive drinks reception.For more information and to register,

29 October 2018 10:53

Extra! Extra! The new edition of Northumbria University News is out now

The Autumn edition of Northumbria University News is here. Packed with the latest news, features and interviews, Northumbria University News is the perfect way to ‘read all about’ the exciting developments taking place across the University.

17 October 2018 17:00

Northumbria subjects climb up the global rankings

Northumbria University is seeing further improvements in its international profile, with four subject areas featuring in Times Higher Education’s world rankings for the first time.

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