Durham University

Founded in 1832, Durham is the third oldest university in England and one of the UK’s most prestigious. Based around a 10th century cathedral and a UNESCO World Heritage site, we may be traditional in stature but Durham has always been an innovative, forward-looking university. It is a truly magical place to live and study, offering students the opportunity to experience the very best of British education and culture. It’s no surprise that we are consistently ranked amongst the top five universities in the UK.

Location
Durham University is located in the beautiful North East of England in historic Durham City. Durham City has a compact, friendly feel but still provides the facilities you would expect of a thriving city including excellent cafés, bars and restaurants. Durham is well connected across the UK, and only 15 minutes away from Newcastle by train where you will find a wide choice of entertainment, culture and shopping.


Key Features
— A World top 100 university and ranked 39th in the world for employer reputation (QS World Rankings 2016).
— A collegiate university with 16 unique colleges where students live, get involved, and find their community.
— The REF 2014 identified world-leading research in every academic subject that Durham University offers.
— 90% of Durham’s subjects are ranked in the top 10 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2017).

Schools and Colleges
Arts & Humanities

Classics and Ancient History
English Studies
History
Liberal Arts
Modern Languages and Cultures
Music
Philosophy
Theology and Religion

Social Sciences and Health
Anthropology
Archaeology
Business, Marketing, Accounting and Finance
Combined Honours in Social Sciences
Criminology
Economics
Education Studies
Geography
Law
Politics and International Relations
Sociology
Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity

Science
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Chemistry
Computer Science
Earth Sciences
Engineering
Mathematical Sciences
Natural Sciences
Physics
Psychology


Pathway Programmes
International Study Centre
Durham University works with Study Group, an education provider offering one-year foundation programmes for international students.

Living Expenses
Undergraduate: £4,891 - £7,385
Postgraduate: £5,773 - £9,936
Postgraduate Research: £5,773 - £9,936

Employability and Careers
A Durham degree opens doors. Durham University students are highly sought after by regional, national and international employers who value a Durham degree combined with the experiences and skills you build at Durham such as teamwork, communication, negotiation and leadership. Through Durham’s Careers, Employability and Enterprise Centre and opportunities such as internships, work studies and studying abroad, students gain valuable expertise which is why the University is ranked 39th in the world for employer reputation (QS World Rankings 2016).


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