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    Online open event sessions on 20 and 21 October for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. Hear from our staff and current students and ask your questions. Book now. 

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    We are The Times and The Sunday Times University of the Year 2026 and ranked third overall in its Good University Guide. Explore our league table results.

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Discover Durham Live

Online open event sessions on 20 and 21 October for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. Hear from our staff and current students and ask your questions. Book now. 

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University of the Year 2026

We are The Times and The Sunday Times University of the Year 2026 and ranked third overall in its Good University Guide. Explore our league table results.

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Events in the Middle East: support and assistance for students and staff

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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 hosts exhibition marking 100 years of China’s Palace Museum

We’re hosting a new exhibition marking the centenary of China’s prestigious Palace Museum.

Global research
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Researchers help advance breakthrough in blood pressure treatment

A new project aiming to develop a novel way to treat high blood pressure has received £125,000 from the Scottish Funding Council.
Research news
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Durham alumna Claudia Moloney-MacDonald crowned World Champion with the Red Roses

Congratulations to Claudia Moloney-MacDonald (Economics, Josephine Butler College, 2018), who celebrated victory with the Red Roses women’s rugby squad on Saturday 27 September.
Alumni news
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New students officially join Durham at Matriculation ceremonies

Our new students have joined our Durham University community, with an official welcome at our traditional Matriculation ceremonies in Durham Cathedral.
Student news

International research centre launches to explore impact of AI and algorithms on society

We have officially launched a major new research hub dedicated to exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are transforming society.
Global research
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Alumni success in 2025 World Rowing Championships in Shanghai

Congratulations to alumni George Bourne and Lauren Irwin on their medals at the World Rowing Championships, held at Shanghai’s Dianshan Lake from the 21–28 September.
Alumni news
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Durham University to play key role in North East England AI Growth Zone

Durham University welcomes the UK Government’s announcement (Wednesday 17 September) that North East England will become an AI Growth Zone. It is a considerable boost for Durham City and our wider region.
Durham news
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Identity distress drives poor mental health in autistic people

A new study from our Department of Psychology has found that identity distress (difficulty forming a cohesive identity) could be a behind the higher rates of poor mental health experienced by autistic people.

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Professor Clare McGlynn’s research helps shape landmark deepfake abuse ruling in Australia

Leading women’s law expert Professor Clare McGlynn from our top-rated Law School has played a key role in a groundbreaking court case in Australia that strengthens the international fight against deepfake sexual abuse.
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Church of England must do more to recognise dangers of spiritual authority

The Church of England must do more to create a culture in which spiritual authority is handled safely, according to a new report from Durham University.
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Renowned conductor Tim Burke named as Principal Conductor of our Choral Society

Newcastle-based conductor and composer, Tim Burke, takes the reigns of our Choral Society (DUCS) following the retirement of John Forsyth MBE.

Hitting a home run for baseball and softball at Durham

Our student baseball and softball club recorded their most successful season this past academic year. We catch up with the club’s outgoing President, Jaryd Mercer, to find out more.
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From selection to studio: how our University Challenge team was built

A student team from Durham competed in the 55th series of seminal BBC Two quiz show University Challenge.

IPPP marks 25 years of world-leading particle physics research

Our Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology (IPPP) will celebrate its 25th anniversary on 24-25 September, recognising a quarter-century of innovative research, global collaboration, and academic excellence.

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Specialised teachers can make mainstream schools better for children with special educational needs

Dr Johny Daniel, Associate Professor in our School of Education, explores what the UK government could do to ensure that children with special educational needs receive the support they need in mainstream schools.
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Call to build asylum housing 'that works'

Professor Jonathan Darling, from our Department of Geography, says that after the Epping Forest case, the UK Government needs to be bold and build asylum housing that works.
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Hosting global partners at Matariki Network meeting in Durham

Vice Chancellor and Warden, Professor Karen O'Brien hosted the annual executive board meeting of the Matariki Network this week (16-18 September).

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Professor Simon Hogg elected Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering

Professor Simon Hogg, Emeritus Professor in our Department of Engineering, has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng).
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Lumiere returns for another spectacular light show

The UK’s landmark light art festival, Lumiere, will return to Durham in November turning the city into an illuminated art gallery.
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Upcoming events

All aboard for science: Celebrate Science 2025 at Locomotion

Tuesday 28 October 2025 - Wednesday 29 October 2025
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Locomotion, Shildon
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The 5th Collegiate Way International conference, CWI 2025 - booking now open

Tuesday 2 December 2025 - Friday 5 December 2025
12:00 AM to 11:59 PM
Durham City, UK.
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Beasts and Legends: Adventures Through North East Folklore

Saturday 14 June 2025 - Sunday 2 November 2025
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Palace Green Library, Palace Green, Durham, DH1 3RN
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Crazy Creatures

Saturday 25 October 2025 - Saturday 25 October 2025
10:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Botanic Garden
Tort-CC
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Settling in at university as a fresher

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