About Durham University
Founded in 1832, Durham University has a long-standing commitment to academic excellence. Today, it is recognised as a world top 100 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and a UK top 3 university (The Times and The Sunday Times University Guide 2026).
Durham is a collegiate university, with its core functions shared between academic departments and its 17 colleges. Across 27 departments and schools, the University offers more than 200 undergraduate courses spanning the arts, sciences and humanities.
Durham is proud of its vibrant, global community, with o...
Founded in 1832, Durham University has a long-standing commitment to academic excellence. Today, it is recognised as a world top 100 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and a UK top 3 university (The Times and The Sunday Times University Guide 2026).<br/><br/>Durham is a collegiate university, with its core functions shared between academic departments and its 17 colleges. Across 27 departments and schools, the University offers more than 200 undergraduate courses spanning the arts, sciences and humanities.<br/><br/>Durham is proud of its vibrant, global community, with over 40% of its 21,000+ students coming from outside the UK. Beyond the classroom, around 85% of students are involved in sport, music, theatre, volunteering or student enterprise, creating a rich and inclusive campus experience.<br/><br/>Discover the experience of a lifetime at Durham University.
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