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Be extraordinary.
Join a diverse community of 20,000 students in 17 unique colleges.
Study next to a UNESCO world heritage site with world-leading researchers.
Become part of a global network of 215,000 alumni in over 185 countries.
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Durham University will push you in more ways than you will ever expect, but you'll love who you grow into.
We are a globally outstanding centre of teaching, learning and research excellence in the UK. We are a world top 100 university, conducting innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally.
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Learn about the global impact of our research
From improving people’s health and influencing changes in the law, to supporting business and bringing music to new audiences, our research is having an impact around the world.
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Explore sports at Durham University
Sport is at the core of Durham University life. We were named Sports University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 and have one of Britain’s largest student participation programmes in sport.
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Learn about the global impact of our research
From improving people’s health and influencing changes in the law, to supporting business and bringing music to new audiences, our research is having an impact around the world.
Explore sports at Durham University
Sport is at the core of Durham University life. We were named Sports University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 and have one of Britain’s largest student participation programmes in sport.
The renewable energy degree at Durham is as fascinating as it is topical. Learning from professors at the cutting edge and working alongside accomplished tutors, it is an opportunity to make a real contribution to Renewable Energy academia.
We recognise, celebrate and learn from our cultural diversity and the impact of staff and students across the world. We offer a rich extracurricular experience with numerous clubs and societies and a unique system of 17 colleges supporting our students and offering a sense of belonging.
Durham was the best choice for me because of its incredible collegiate system, allowing me to meet new people and experience exciting extracurricular activities and sporting opportunities around the UK!
A rich extracurricular experience
With staff and students from over 185 countries and prestigious partnerships around the world, we are a globally minded and inclusive university. Our global network of alumni in over 140 countries worldwide facilitates friendship and business connections.
"I’ve had such fun pursuing different educational passions. I’ve had an incredible time with my job as an ambassador, founding the Disney Society, and making friends in societies. Durham is truly a place where you can enjoy the entire student experience – not just academics."
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Mature students
Information for mature students want to return to university to study a postgraduate degree.