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Our research spans the sciences, social sciences and arts and humanities in subjects from astronomy and cosmology to education, energy to landslides, music to theology and religion. Full news listingsUpcoming events
Our unique cultural attractions include Durham Castle, Botanic Garden, Palace Green Library, Oriental Museum and the Assembly Rooms Theatre.
You can enjoy a wide variety of performances and exhibitions, an extensive programme of public lectures and a whole host of in-person and online exhibitions and other activities. Whatever your interest, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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Sitting right at the heart of this historic city, Durham University is perfectly placed to offer a dazzling array of events and activities.Events Archive
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New Student Exhibitions opening at University Museums
A series of three new exhibitions curated by MA Museum and Artefact Studies students are opening across Durham University Museums from 23 May.
Durham newsDurham philosopher selected as BBC New Generation Thinker
Dr Jack Symes has been recognised as one of the UK’s most promising arts and humanities early career researchers. Durham newsExpert warns dyslexia diagnosis is failing struggling readers
A new book by two leading psychologists warns that a focus on diagnosing dyslexia is leaving many children without the help they urgently need. Global research More news storiesMusicon live music events
As Durham University’s professional concert series, Musicon’s aim is to bring top-class musical performance from across the world to Durham, engaging, delighting and inspiring audiences from both the university and city of Durham and beyond.
Planned Musicon eventsWhat's On at Ushaw
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens is an independent charity set in a majestic estate of 500 acres, in the heart of the Durham countryside. It's well known for its exciting programme of events, exhibitions and collections each year.
Ushaw events programmeInstitute of Advanced Studies Lecture Series
The Institute of Advanced Studies Lecture Series is aimed at those involved in interdisciplinary research, or who wish to contribute to wider debates.
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