Estate Development

ӣ�� Strategy, 2017-2027 sets out ambitious goals to deliver world-class research, education and wider student experience.

To deliver the Strategy, the University needs a world-class estate. Major investments are planned, in new departmental space, teaching space, residential accommodation and student facilities, and in improving the condition of the existing estate.

Current projects

Keep up to date with progress, including news, updates, photographs and more as projects develop.

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Boldon House

We have completed the refurbishment of Boldon House together with the relocation of Professional Service staff to the building.

ӣ�� Business School: Waterside

Refurbishment of the Waterside Building was completed in Summer 2024 with relocation of our world-class Business School to the heart of Durham City.

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Hild Bede redevelopment

We are currently working on exciting plans to refurbish and redevelop the Hild Bede college site, which includes a temporary home for the college during this work.