Welcome to a world-leading university for sustainability
We've been ranked among the world's top universities for addressing the most pressing environmental, social and governance challenges society faces today.
Find out more about our impact
Discover
-
Welcome to all new alumni!
The good news is that your journey with Durham isn't over. Every student who finishes studying at university then becomes a member of our alumni community.
-
UK General Election 2024 Hub
Find out how to register to vote as a student and explore academic commentary ahead of the UK General Election on 4 July.
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/homepage/discover-boxes/Summer-Congregation-2024-Alumni-Discover-Box---student-and-parent-hugging.png)
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/campaign-sites/general-election-2024-hub/Election-Banner-4360X2690.jpg)
Welcome to all new alumni!
The good news is that your journey with Durham isn't over. Every student who finishes studying at university then becomes a member of our alumni community.
UK General Election 2024 Hub
Find out how to register to vote as a student and explore academic commentary ahead of the UK General Election on 4 July.
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/homepage/UG-Study-Purple-Icon.png){kind=icon}
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/homepage/PG-Study-Purple-Icon.png){kind=icon}
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/homepage/Chat-to-Us-Purple-Icon.png){kind=icon}
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/homepage/Open-Days-Purple-Icon.png){kind=icon}
Events in the Middle East: support and assistance for students and staff
Read our statement and answers to frequently asked questions.
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/homepage/Research-Block-2023-2000X1138.webp)
Research Impact at Durham
We conduct innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally: research to empower and inspire.
What's new?
Filter:
-
Royal honour for Professor Harriet Bulkeley
One of our leading geography researchers has been honoured by His Majesty King Charles III.Global research
-
Professor Paul Denny and team win prestigious MRC Outstanding Team Impact Prize
An international team of scientists led by Professor Paul Denny from our top-rated Biosciences and Chemistry departments has made significant strides in the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) such as leishmaniasis and Chagas disease.Durham news
-
Research reveals how sighted and blind people’s brains change when they learn to echolocate
New research from our Department of Psychology has shown that the brains of sighted and blind people adapt in a similar way when they learn to use sound echoes to understand the world without vision.Research news
-
Durham Law expert joins call to change law on image-based abuse
Professor Clare McGlynn in Durham Law School is playing a key role in a new national campaign to demand a change in the law surrounding image-based abuse.Research news
-
Record-breaking season for sport at Durham
Our student sports clubs have achieved an all-time record for the University by winning 13 BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) national championships this season.Student news
-
Award winning volunteers 2024
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Durham University Volunteering and Outreach Awards, presented at the annual celebration dinner, hosted by Trevelyan College. The evening showcased the positive impact the work of over 300 staff and student volunteers has on individuals, the Durham community and our partner organisations.Durham news
-
Health research excellence highlighted during NHS leaders’ visit
Leaders from the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) visited our science site to learn more about our world-leading health research, teaching and facilities.Durham news
Royal honour for Professor Harriet Bulkeley
One of our leading geography researchers has been honoured by His Majesty King Charles III.
Global research
Professor Paul Denny and team win prestigious MRC Outstanding Team Impact Prize
An international team of scientists led by Professor Paul Denny from our top-rated Biosciences and Chemistry departments has made significant strides in the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) such as leishmaniasis and Chagas disease.
Durham news
Research reveals how sighted and blind people’s brains change when they learn to echolocate
New research from our Department of Psychology has shown that the brains of sighted and blind people adapt in a similar way when they learn to use sound echoes to understand the world without vision.
Research news
Durham Law expert joins call to change law on image-based abuse
Professor Clare McGlynn in Durham Law School is playing a key role in a new national campaign to demand a change in the law surrounding image-based abuse.
Research news
Record-breaking season for sport at Durham
Our student sports clubs have achieved an all-time record for the University by winning 13 BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) national championships this season.
Student news
Award winning volunteers 2024
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Durham University Volunteering and Outreach Awards, presented at the annual celebration dinner, hosted by Trevelyan College. The evening showcased the positive impact the work of over 300 staff and student volunteers has on individuals, the Durham community and our partner organisations.
Durham news
Health research excellence highlighted during NHS leaders’ visit
Leaders from the County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) visited our science site to learn more about our world-leading health research, teaching and facilities.
Durham news
-
Motor Neurone Disease Awareness Month: Durham spin-out given the go-ahead to trial new treatments
June is Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Awareness Month. Andy Whiting, an Emeritus Professor in our Department of Chemistry and CEO of our spin-out company Nevrargenics Limited, explains how his team is using new funding to discover new treatments and hopefully a cure for the condition.Global research
-
National Geothermal Centre to supercharge geothermal energy
Durham is playing an intrinsic role in harnessing the UK’s potential for geothermal energy advancement, through the launch of a new, collaborative centre.Research news
-
New study reveals shocking lack of conservation efforts for most threatened plants and animals
A new study from our top-rated Biosciences department, Princeton University, Williams College and Yale University has uncovered a dramatic lack of conservation actions being implemented for thousands of the world's most endangered species.Research news
Motor Neurone Disease Awareness Month: Durham spin-out given the go-ahead to trial new treatments
June is Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Awareness Month. Andy Whiting, an Emeritus Professor in our Department of Chemistry and CEO of our spin-out company Nevrargenics Limited, explains how his team is using new funding to discover new treatments and hopefully a cure for the condition.
National Geothermal Centre to supercharge geothermal energy
Durham is playing an intrinsic role in harnessing the UK’s potential for geothermal energy advancement, through the launch of a new, collaborative centre.
New study reveals shocking lack of conservation efforts for most threatened plants and animals
A new study from our top-rated Biosciences department, Princeton University, Williams College and Yale University has uncovered a dramatic lack of conservation actions being implemented for thousands of the world's most endangered species.
-
Alumna to represent Great British rowing team at 2024 Paris Olympics
Alumna Lauren Irwin has been announced as part of Team GB’s 42-member rowing squad for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games this summer.Alumni news
-
Don’t miss out – Have you registered to vote?
You probably know that a general election has been called for Thursday 4 July 2024, so are you ready to have your say and cast your vote?Student news
-
Preferred Bidder announced for the refurbishment and redevelopment of the College of St Hild and St Bede
Durham University has selected UPP to be the Preferred Bidder to develop, in a partnership, a detailed scheme proposition for the refurbishment of the College of St Hild and St Bede on its historic Riverside location and the development of new college accommodation at the Leazes Road site.Durham news
Alumna to represent Great British rowing team at 2024 Paris Olympics
Alumna Lauren Irwin has been announced as part of Team GB’s 42-member rowing squad for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games this summer.
Don’t miss out – Have you registered to vote?
You probably know that a general election has been called for Thursday 4 July 2024, so are you ready to have your say and cast your vote?
Preferred Bidder announced for the refurbishment and redevelopment of the College of St Hild and St Bede
Durham University has selected UPP to be the Preferred Bidder to develop, in a partnership, a detailed scheme proposition for the refurbishment of the College of St Hild and St Bede on its historic Riverside location and the development of new college accommodation at the Leazes Road site.
.png)
-
Lib Dems are right to put arts education at the heart of their plans for culture
The Liberal Democrat political party has listed 'culture, media and sport' as a key priority in its manifesto ahead of the General Election. Professor Simon James, from our Department of English Studies, explores the significance of this in more detail.Durham news
-
Sierra Leone’s bushmeat markets pose serious health hazards – we studied two for six months to find solutions
Dr Jack Jenkins and Professor Hannah Brown from our Department of Anthropology look at solutions to the serious health hazards posed by Sierra Leone’s bushmeat markets, and how lessons learned can inform strategies for reducing zoonotic disease risks in similar settings around the world.Research news
-
Does the state of the UK economy inspire confidence? An expert crunches the numbers
With UK inflation figures recently released, Dr Michael Nower from Durham University Business School has taken a deeper look at what they mean for the current state of the economy.Business School news
Lib Dems are right to put arts education at the heart of their plans for culture
The Liberal Democrat political party has listed 'culture, media and sport' as a key priority in its manifesto ahead of the General Election. Professor Simon James, from our Department of English Studies, explores the significance of this in more detail.
Sierra Leone’s bushmeat markets pose serious health hazards – we studied two for six months to find solutions
Dr Jack Jenkins and Professor Hannah Brown from our Department of Anthropology look at solutions to the serious health hazards posed by Sierra Leone’s bushmeat markets, and how lessons learned can inform strategies for reducing zoonotic disease risks in similar settings around the world.
Does the state of the UK economy inspire confidence? An expert crunches the numbers
With UK inflation figures recently released, Dr Michael Nower from Durham University Business School has taken a deeper look at what they mean for the current state of the economy.
-
How Durham University is contributing to the health agenda
Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Karen O'Brien, explores how we are contributing to the health agenda, locally and globally.Durham news
-
New Biodiversity Manager’s ambitious vision for sustainability
We’ve appointed a new Biodiversity Manager to further cement our position as one of the ‘greenest’ universities in the world.Durham news
-
Passion for music and inclusivity leads to show-stopping performance
A St Chad’s College music outreach project unlocked the potential of Durham schoolchildren who staged an unforgettable performance of Captain Noah to a packed theatre audience.Durham news
How Durham University is contributing to the health agenda
Our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Karen O'Brien, explores how we are contributing to the health agenda, locally and globally.
New Biodiversity Manager’s ambitious vision for sustainability
We’ve appointed a new Biodiversity Manager to further cement our position as one of the ‘greenest’ universities in the world.
Passion for music and inclusivity leads to show-stopping performance
A St Chad’s College music outreach project unlocked the potential of Durham schoolchildren who staged an unforgettable performance of Captain Noah to a packed theatre audience.
.png)
Upcoming events
-
Preparing, Planning & Packing for International Students
Thursday 4 July 2024 - Thursday 4 July 202412:00 PM to 1:00 PMOnline
-
Eternal Ascent: Bentley Beetham and the 1924 Mount Everest Expedition
Friday 24 May 2024 - Sunday 15 September 202410:00 AM to 5:00 PMOriental Museum, Elvet Hill, Durham, DH1 3TH
-
Alice Dalí AR: A Rabbit Hole Awaits
Sunday 5 May 2024 - Thursday 31 October 202410:00 AM to 5:00 PMBotanic Garden
-
Durham MBA Open Day
Saturday 22 June 2024 - Saturday 22 June 202411:00 AM to 1:00 PMDurham University Business School
Preparing, Planning & Packing for International Students
Thursday 4 July 2024 - Thursday 4 July 2024
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Online
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/visit-us/postgraduate/progress-to-postgrad/Postgtraduate-college-online-83438-930X400.jpg)
Eternal Ascent: Bentley Beetham and the 1924 Mount Everest Expedition
Friday 24 May 2024 - Sunday 15 September 2024
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Oriental Museum,
Elvet Hill,
Durham,
DH1 3TH
/prod01/channel_4/things-to-do/media/things-to-do/oriental-museum/whatx27s-on/oriental-museum-events-calendar/bentley-beetham-exhibition-resized-web.jpg)
Alice Dalí AR: A Rabbit Hole Awaits
Sunday 5 May 2024 - Thursday 31 October 2024
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Botanic Garden
/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/Alice-Dali.jpg)
Durham MBA Open Day
Saturday 22 June 2024 - Saturday 22 June 2024
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Durham University Business School
/prod01/channel_3/business/media/durham-university-business-school/study/mba/Untitled-design-(48).png)
From our Student Blogs:
College sport – Hill v Bailey
Want to know more about college sport? Tanisha, a final year Geography student from University College gives us the lowdown.
Read Tanisha's blog
Hannah Rose Thomas: Tears of Gold
On World Refugee Day we hear from Hannah Rose Thomas, an inspiring Durham History and Arabic graduate and an award-winning portrait artist. She now uses her talent to tell the stories of displaced women, survivors of sexual abuse and marginalised communities. Her recent book ‘Tears of Gold’ brings together her beautiful portraiture and the stories of these women and has been recognised with a foreword from the King.