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Our departments are ranked among the world's best, with three subjects in the global top 10, ten in the top 50, and 19 in the top 100 in this year's QS World Rankings by Subject. Explore our top-rated departments

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Financial support for postgraduate study

We have a range of financial support available for eligible home fee paying students commencing postgraduate study this September. This includes our new scholarships, the Postgraduate Student Support Scholarship and Dean’s Scholarship.

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The good news is that your journey with Durham isn't over.

Every student who finishes studying at university then becomes a member of our alumni community.

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Research Impact at Durham

We conduct innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally: research to empower and inspire.

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Durham graduate Rosemary Coogan becomes UK's newest astronaut

Durham University Physics and Astronomy alumna Dr Rosemary Coogan has taken another giant leap towards space by becoming the UK's newest astronaut.

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Star bars show galaxies evolved faster than previously thought

Our astronomers have looked back more than ten billion years in time to find that the Universe’s early galaxies developed much faster than scientists previously thought. Global research Artist's impression of the Milky Way galaxy with a bright yellow centre and white spiral arms against a blue background.

Durham undergraduate named in England Student rugby squad

Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity student Max Pepper is part of the 23-player squad selected to face France Universities at Coventry Rugby Club on Saturday 4 May. Student news

English Language Day: The medieval influences that shaped the English language we speak today

On English Language Day (Tuesday 23 April), Professor Neil Cartlidge from our English department explains how the language we use today was heavily influenced by medieval culture. Global research Two open pages on a dictionary

Exploring Shakespeare through the art of dance

Professor David Fuller, from our Department of English Studies, discusses his passions for music, ballet and Shakespeare. His latest research explores how ballet can provide new insights into The Bard’s work. Research news Two ballet dancers performing, in black and white with dark background

Two Durham researchers elected to Academia Europaea

We’re celebrating the news that two of our leading academics have been elected members of Academia Europaea in recognition of their subject-leading achievements. Durham news Professors Arlene Holmes-Henderson and Harriet Bulkeley

Durham research project could find better treatments for depression and anxiety

Dr Marco Bocchio, from our Department of Psychology, has received a funding award of £124,000 as part of a new project aiming to uncover new insights into the human brain. Global research A head and shoulders picture of Marco Bocchio More news

Highly organised CEOs can hinder firm strategic flexibility in volatile environments

Chief Executive Officerss who prioritise planning and organisation can find their skills make them a hindrance to their organisations when it comes to adapting to external changes, according to new research.

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Innovative body image research secures prestigious €2.5m grant

Researchers from our world-leading Department of Psychology have been awarded a c.€2.5m European Research Council (ERC) Advanced Grant for an international body image research project. Three individuals running in a park setting

New geological map reveals secrets of Greenland's icy interior

A team of international scientists involving our Geography department has unveiled a new map of the geological provinces hidden beneath the Greenland Ice Sheet. Picture of Greenland Ice Sheet by NASA

Investing in our Students

Supporting our students is always a priority at Durham. We’ve listened to student feedback on key issues, invested heavily in our services for students and increased the amount of support available for many different areas of university life.

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Second UK triumph for Northern Lights

Durham’s a cappella group, Northern Lights, have won their second successive UK ICCA (International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella) Finals in Wimbledon on Saturday 30 March 2024. As a result, they will compete at their second World University Finals in New York on Saturday 27 April. Group of students on stage, singing

Elephant Group Spring Conference inspires pupils to achieve

Sixth form pupils from schools across the North of England were given a taste of university life at Durham via the Elephant Group Spring Conference. Young people standing against a building, behind a purple Durham University 'welcome' banner

Julian Assange: how British extradition law works

As Julian Assange waits to learn whether he can appeal his extradition to the US, Gemma Davies, from Durham Law School, explains how the extradition law is applied in Britain.

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How medieval chroniclers interpreted solar eclipses and other celestial events

The evolution of technology has allowed scientists to analyse celestial events in much greater detail. Medieval chroniclers didn’t have that luxury but Giles Gasper in our History department and Brian Tanner in our Physics department say that doesn’t mean there isn’t lots we can learn from the ways in which they talked about these events and understood the universe. Stars in the solar system depicting a celestial event

Deepfake porn: why we need to make it a crime to create it, not just share it

Sharing deepfake pornography is a criminal offence but creating it isn't. Professor Clare McGlynn, from Durham Law School, has worked with many victims and explains why the law needs to change to protect others from suffering the same fate. A hand on a laptop

Explore April's Community Newsletter

Want to know more about how we interact with our local community? Our monthly Community Newsletter explores the news, events, and research both at Durham University and in the city itself.

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How we’re supporting North East England - part two

We’re a global university and make a major contribution to the economic, cultural and social vibrancy of North East England. This is the second part of a two-part series on ways we’re helping our region to thrive. A collage of three images; students performing a show on stage, a student graduating and a researcher using a microscope

New road material paves the way to net zero

A new material which enables the creation of net zero asphalt has been used in a road resurfacing scheme in County Durham – and it’s a UK first. Low Carbon Materials at Elvett Hill resurfacing project

Upcoming events

Summer Course on International Arbitration 2024

Monday 22 July 2024 - Friday 26 July 2024 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Durham Law School, Palatine Centre, Durham Law School Exterior

Voices: contemporary art and craft from the Middle East and North Africa

Friday 29 September 2023 - Sunday 12 May 2024 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Oriental Museum, Elvet Hill, Durham, DH1 3TH photographic artwork

驢得水 Mr Donkey

Thursday 25 April 2024 - Saturday 27 April 2024 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre

Launch event for Alice Dalí AR: A Rabbit Hole Awaits

Saturday 4 May 2024 - Saturday 4 May 2024 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Botanic Garden Image of playing cards moving between trees from Alice Dali AR: A Rabbit Hole Awaits See all events

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Help! How do I pick a college?

Durham has 17 distinct colleges, but how do you pick one? Amy from Grey College shares some advice on how she went about it in her blog. Read Amy's blog Students walking by Grey College in the sunshine with Durham Cathedral in the distance

 

 

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Look closer at our Department of Archaeology

Our Department of Archaeology is a leading centre for the study of archaeology and is ranked  joint 5th in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024.

We are an inclusive, vibrant and international community. Our students develop knowledge and gain essential and transferable skills through research-led teaching and lab-based training. 

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