Northumbria University, Newcastle

l-r Bethan Fisher, Abigail Johnson, Freya Herbert and Lily Rea from The Student Law Office

5 June 2025 13:58

Northumbria University and HMCTS Launch Innovative Support Sessions for Litigants in Person in Newcastle Family Court

Northumbria University’s award-winning Student Law Office has partnered with His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) to help individuals without legal representation navigate the Court system.
The innovative project responds to the growing number of unrepresented Litigants in Person (LiPs) in family court proceedings, following legal aid restrictions introduced under the Legal Aid,

5 June 2025 10:12

Researchers explore an alarming rise in digital violence against women

An international team of researchers have been awarded over £1 million in funding to explore the extent of digital violence against women in a groundbreaking study across Europe.

3 June 2025 16:17

Northumbria academic shortlisted in the British Forces in Business Awards 2025

Professor Matt Kiernan, Director of The Northern Hub for Veterans and Military Families Research at Northumbria University has been shortlisted for ‘Inspiration of the Year’ in the British Forces in Business Awards 2025.

Northumbria marketing students with judges from Greggs

2 June 2025 08:45

Team Northumbria Wins the 12th Greggs Marketing Challenge

A team of talented marketing students from Northumbria University’s Newcastle Business School has won the prestigious 12th Greggs Marketing Challenge, impressing a panel of senior leaders with their innovative campaign to boost brand engagement among 16–24-year-olds.
The Greggs Marketing Challenge is one of the region’s most respected student competitions, offering marketing students from North

Harriette Moore and Tim Ingleby from Northumbria University have been awarded Venice Fellowships by the British Council.

30 May 2025 10:14

Northumbria researchers secure Venice Biennale Fellowships

Two PhD researchers from Northumbria University have been awarded Venice Fellowships by the British Council and will represent the UK internationally at the 2025 Venice Biennale.

Student Elliot Keim with the painting she X-rayed using the new machine and the portrait discovered underneath

29 May 2025 13:30

Boost for art and music conservation with new X-ray machine

Northumbria University has unveiled a new state-of-the-art X-ray radiography instrument – an important investment which will boost education and cultural collaboration across the North East and beyond.

L-R: Joshua Sisskin, First Secretary of the Embassy of the United Kingdom in Berlin, and Dr Ulugbek Azimov of Northumbria University

29 May 2025 08:00

Global recognition for groundbreaking green battery technology

Northumbria University researchers have developed a biodegradable battery, the BioPower Cell, winning the prestigious Green Product Award 2025. This eco-friendly battery uses organic materials, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional batteries, and can ultimately be repurposed as fertilizer, reducing waste.

Dr Ed Cottam, Director of the Business Clinic

27 May 2025 15:14

International roll-out of Northumbria-pioneered learning

A trailblazing education programme that has its origins in North East England is being rolled out in universities across the country and overseas.
Northumbria University’s award-winning Business Clinic launched its experiential learning programme in 2013 to create opportunities for students to work on live projects which help organisations address real-world challenges. It has proved to be a re

Richard Lamb, Head of KTP Programme, Innovate UK and John Clayton, Knowledge Transfer Adviser, Innovate UK KTN, meet with the project team for the Northumbria University and Space Architects KTP.

27 May 2025 13:16

Innovate UK executives meet Northumbria‘s RIBAJ Rising Star

On Thursday 22nd May, Innovate UK marked 50 years of Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs) by holding their Regional Forum meeting at Northumbria University. During the event the Innovate UK team met some of the Northumbria Academics involved in the programme including the University’s RIBAJ Rising Star Award for 2024, Catherine Sinclair.

Members of staff from the Department of Architecture and Built Environment at Northumbria University celebrate the Surveying programmes retaining RICS accreditation.

23 May 2025 09:04

Northumbria retains globally-recognised built environment accreditation

Northumbria University has once again cemented its reputation as a leading institution providing globally-recognised standards in built environment education after retaining its professional accreditations from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

22 May 2025 10:08

Northumbria Professor appointed as REF sub-panel Deputy Chair

Professor Glyn Howatson from Northumbria University has been appointed Deputy Chair of the Research Excellence Framework 2029 sub-panel for Sport and Exercise Sciences, Leisure and Tourism. His role highlights Northumbria's research growth and commitment to high research.

Professor Marion Oswald MBE, Professor of Law and academic lead for the Centre for Responsible AI at Northumbria University

20 May 2025 11:55

Northumbria University launches Centre for Responsible AI

Northumbria University has launched a pioneering centre of excellence in responsible AI research and expertise. The Northumbria Centre for Responsible AI is set to be a “go-to” trusted voice in the region for knowledge and advice on key aspects of AI deployment.

16 May 2025 11:00

Annual showcase REVEALs next generation of creative and cultural talent

A student showcase which is one of the highlights of the North East’s cultural calendar is under way once again, as Northumbria University launches its 2025 Degree Shows.

Northumbria University's Professor Nic Whitton is leading the RE:PLAY research project

14 May 2025 08:00

New research could enhance the future of teaching in higher education

Academics from universities across the UK are about to launch a research project which could lead to changes in how higher education is taught – with a move away from traditional lectures in favour of a more interactive and playful approach to learning.

Professor John Unsworth OBE Deputy Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education), Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Northumbria University

13 May 2025 13:12

Northumbria Deputy Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor made Fellow of the Royal College of Nursing

Professor John Unsworth OBE Deputy Faculty Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education) in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences at Northumbria University has been admitted as a Fellow of the Royal College of Nursing (FRCN). John was presented with his Fellowship on International Nurses Day (12 May) at the RCN Congress in Liverpool.

12 May 2025 15:00

Work commences on three state-of-the-art teaching facilities at Northumbia University

On Monday 12 May works began to redevelop the interior of Durant Hall, a GRADE II listed church in Ellison Place, Newcastle Upon Tyne. The project will include the renovation and refurbishment of the existing spaces to create much-needed additional teaching spaces for Northumbria University.

From Goosebumps to gore: Exhibition explores horror genre and its younger audiences

12 May 2025 13:00