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Durham is playing an intrinsic role in harnessing the UK’s potential for geothermal energy advancement by launching a new, collaborative centre.
Durham University (legally the University of Durham) [6] is a collegiate public research university in Durham, England, founded by an Act of Parliament in 1832 and incorporated by royal charter in 1837.
We currently have 27 departments and schools, offering over 200 undergraduate courses, not to mention postgraduate degrees, both taught and research. We think you’ll be spoilt for choice. Our research-led education will challenge you, inspire you and help you achieve the extraordinary.
Postgraduate Research. Durham offers a wide range of research degrees which can be studied on a full-time basis for one, two or three years or on a part-time basis for two, four or six years.
Durham is a collegiate university, which means your student experience will be distinctive and based in one of our 17 college communities. Every college has its own character and traditions, and each one offers an inspiring and supportive community.
Our unique cultural attractions include Durham Castle, Botanic Garden, Palace Green Library, Oriental Museum and the Assembly Rooms Theatre. You can enjoy a wide variety of performances and exhibitions, an extensive programme of public lectures and a whole host of exhibitions and other activities.
A World-class Learning Experience. Durham is one of the world's leading Universities as shown by our World Top 100 position in the QS World University Rankings 2024, where we are ranked 78th. Here are a few more reasons to come to Durham.
