Planning your Open Day
Open Days are the best way for you to find out about our teaching excellence, explore our award-winning facilities, and experience our distinctive college communities.
Our Open Days take place in June and September.
You can discover the range of support services we offer to our students before you submit your application, ensuring you make the right decision for you.
Getting the most out of your visit
When deciding on which university is right for you we recommend you think about a wide variety of things including academic, college, and student life. Take a look at the information below to find out more. Using the planning links below will take you to further information about the specific events including when the next event is due to take place.
We also have other ways to learn about the university, such as our Self-guided Tour app.
The Durham Difference
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College Life
At Durham, we think our Collegiate system allows you to explore and reach your full potential. College life is one side of your experience at Durham and goes hand in hand with your Academic Life.
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Academic Life
Whether you are deciding to do a single or joint honours programme, or combining multiple subjects through Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts or the Combined Honours in Social Sciences the choices are varied at Durham. So making sure the degree you choose is the right one for you is very important. From assessment methods to content make sure you know exactly what you are applying for! Search for a degree using Find a Course to make sure we offer the degree you are interested in.
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Interdisciplinary Courses
Student Life
Experience Durham
Durham University has an excellent reputation worldwide. I came here for an Open Day and fell in love with the beautiful architecture and friendly people.
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The collegiate structure is a defining characteristic of Durham University. It’s extremely reassuring to be part of an active, close-knit community with a vested interest in your welfare and development, both in your career and personal life.