Durham University is a world-class university in two locations: in the city of Durham and at our Queen's Campus in Stockton. In both locations the University is engaged in:
* high-quality teaching and learning
* advanced research and partnership with business
* regional and community partnerships and initiatives
* services for conferences, events and visitor accommodation.
The University is collegiate, with colleges providing residential, social and welfare facilities for their student members, and creating a sense of community for staff and students together. Its academic teaching and research programmes are delivered through departments contained within three faculties: Arts and Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences and Health.
Durham's strong tradition of internationalisation is entering a new phase of international activity where the strategic co-ordination of all our international activities will be essential in helping us to maintain and improve our position as a world leading university.
Internationalisation Strategy
Professor Anoush Ehteshami was appointed as Dean of Internationalisation in January 2009 and is leading the development and implementation of the University’s Internationalisation strategy, as embedded in its broader and ambitious 2010-20 Strategy.
Study Opportunities
At Durham University, we combine excellent teaching, internationally-rated research and superb student support services to give students the very best all-round education. We offer first degrees (undergraduate level) in arts, health, humanities, science, and social science. Programmes are delivered though a modular structure giving students flexibility and choice. For those with non-traditional qualifications who may need further preparation to enter an undergraduate programme, we offer a foundation programme which provides a route onto selected degree courses. We offer postgraduate degrees leading to masters or doctoral level degrees. All postgraduates can benefit from support and advice offered by our Graduate School . Students study at either the Durham City or the Queen's Campus, Stockton site and belong to one of our colleges or societies . With 12,000 students from over 100 different countries, the University has a vibrant, diverse student community.
Mission & Vision
Vision
We will be internationally recognised as a world class research university. We will build the research strength necessary to become world leaders in selected subject areas. We will work to enhance the distinctive student experience we offer to all our students, while diversifying our student body. We will enhance our international profile, while remaining mindful of our important contribution to the North East region. We will achieve this in a sustainable manner which secures our future development.
By 2010 we will have secured Durham’s place in the top ten UK universities, be recognized as being among the top thirty universities in Europe, and the top one hundred in the world.
Scholarships
Student finance
Durham University has an excellent financial support network. There is a dedicated Student Financial Support team which, working in conjunction with the Student Recruitment and Admissions Office (formerly UG Admissions Office), the International Office, the Graduate School and the Durham University Colleges, provides financial support, information and guidance to all Durham University students, home and overseas, undergraduate and postgraduate, full-time and part-time.
The Advice Centre in the Students' Union provides a wide range of advice and information on all aspects of student life. They are especially knowledgeable in areas such as student finance, benefits and provide debt advice and counselling. You can also find support from college officers, JCR exec members and student advisers at your bank.
