Marking boycott at 145 UK universities impacts Durham students’ degree outcomes.

A “significant number” of students at Durham University are facing delays in receiving their degree results due to ongoing industrial action. The delay comes as members of the University and College Union (UCU) are staging a marking boycott across 145 universities in the UK, impacting the timely release of results for thousands of students.

The boycott, which involves university staff refusing to mark assessments, has affected the grading process at Durham and other institutions, leaving students anxiously waiting for their results. The UCU has taken action in response to disputes over pay, working conditions, and pensions.

Durham University has acknowledged the disruption and assured students that they are working to resolve the situation. However, many students have expressed frustration and concern over the uncertainty surrounding the release of their degree outcomes.

The ongoing industrial action highlights the broader issues faced by higher education institutions in the UK, and the potential long-term impact on students’ futures.