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Global Futures Summer School

Get a taste of university life with a ten-day residential where you'll explore Durham, engage in subject taster sessions, and experience collegiate life first-hand, all while developing the skills and confidence for academic study in the UK.
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Discover Durham Tours

Join us to learn more about our unique collegiate system, ask any questions you have about student life, and explore the beautiful city that we feel so lucky to be able to call home.
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Inspiring Excellence Scholarships

Recognising outstanding international students at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Register your interest now.
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Celebrate Science 2026

Join us for three days of free, family-friendly science activities at Locomotion, Shildon, from 27 to 29 October. Explore the wonders of science through hands-on experiments, interactive demonstrations and creative workshops, with something to inspire curious minds of all ages.

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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.

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Professor Francis Watson awarded prestigious British Academy medal

Professor Francis Watson from our Department of Theology and Religion has been awarded a prestigious medal by the British Academy in recognition of his research into the New Testament and early Christianity.

Global research
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The village that sheltered outsiders, and what it means for Europe’s refugees now

Our archaeologists have uncovered how a border community once sheltered strangers fleeing violence, a stark contrast to the difficult experiences faced by many refugees and people on the move at Europe's borders today.
Global research
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‘Terror of kings’: why the 1066 appearance of Halley’s Comet terrified the medieval world

The appearance of Halley’s Comet in 1066, as captured in the Bayeux Tapestry, was seen as a sign of impending change. Giles Gasper, Professor in High Medieval History, Department of History, and Brian Tanner, Emeritus Professor in the Department of Physics, tell us more about the ‘terror of kings’.
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Pioneering evolutionary biologist wins prestigious research prize

Professor Guillaume Chomicki from our Department of Biosciences has been awarded a prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prize for his internationally recognised research in evolutionary biology.
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Durham University joins Great North trade mission to India

Durham University’s global connections stood out as the North of England held a historic first trade mission to India.
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Biosciences researchers join major £54m effort to tackle biosecurity threats

Our biosciences researchers are playing a leading role in a major new study investigating how pollution accelerates the evolution of drug-resistant bacteria, often called superbugs.
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Online Safety Act drives VPN interest and raises privacy concerns

People’s online behaviour has changed in response to legislation to prevent children from viewing harmful content – raising possible privacy and security risks, research suggests.
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Durham researcher contributes to new UK disability physical activity report

Dr Toni Williams, from our Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences, has contributed to a major report with Disability Rights UK exploring the "Activity Trap".

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New toolkit supports conversations about mental health among neurodivergent young people

Research conducted with neurodivergent young people has inspired the launch of a new toolkit on how to speak with them about co-occurring mental health challenges when they seek support.
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Researchers propose first method to detect ‘mirror life’ 

Scientists have proposed what they believe is the first method for detecting ‘mirror life’ – a hypothetical form of life made from molecular building blocks that are the mirror image of those found naturally on Earth.
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Durham MSc International Business ranked second in the world

Our MSc International Business has been ranked second globally, first in the UK and first in Europe in the QS International Trade Rankings 2027.

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New online C++ course supports development of high-performance computing skills

Researchers and software engineers from our Computer Science Department and Advanced Research Computing (ARC) have created a new online course to help postgraduate students and research professionals develop their programming skills.
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Alice Oseman: the power of human connection and looking forward to a completely blank page

At just 32 years old, author, illustrator and screenwriter Alice Oseman (English Literature, St John’s College, 2013-2016) has built an exceptional career.
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The little‑known 14th century battle that has shaped English, Scottish and French relations

Dr Alex Brown from our Department of History and our Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies delves into the history of a little-known battle that had a huge influence on English, Scottish and French relations.

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What Andy Burnham can learn from Sweden about defending against Russian disinformation

Drew Caveney-Holler of our School of Government and International Affairs examines what the UK government can learn from Sweden's approach to defending against disinformation.
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The Traitors: the psychology works differently for celebrity players like Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan

Twenty-two people enter a castle with the intention of lying, trusting, murdering and banishing each other. The format of the Traitors is now well established, but the celebrity version of the show highlights some interesting psychological biases which Dr Paddy Ross of our Department of Psychology explores.
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Durham and Microsoft open AI Skills Centre of Excellence

We have opened a new AI Skills Centre of Excellence in partnership with Microsoft.

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Dr Fiona Hill receives Freedom of the City of London

Our Chancellor, Dr Fiona Hill CMG, has received the civic honour of Freedom of the City of London and was admitted to the Livery of the Haberdashers’ Company.
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New light and sound experience brings Durham Castle’s Norman past to life

Visitors to Durham Castle can step back nearly 1,000 years thanks to a new immersive light and sound installation in one of England's oldest Norman buildings.
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Wednesday 4 November 2026 - Wednesday 4 November 2026
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Saturday 14 November 2026 - Saturday 14 November 2026
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From our Student Blogs:

Code, community, and changing norms: building an AI start-up at Durham

Find out how Abdullah's journey as a Saïd Foundation Scholar and MSc in Advanced Computer Science student led him to found his own start-up, using AI to translate Arabic Sign Language in real-time to bridge a communication gap for an underserved community.

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New light and sound experience brings Durham Castle’s Norman past to life

Visitors to Durham Castle can step back nearly 1,000 years thanks to a new immersive light and sound installation in one of England’s oldest Norman buildings.

Inspired by Durham University’s research and expertise, ‘Jewel of the North’ transforms the Castle’s historic Grade I listed Norman Chapel through cutting-edge projection art and sound, including music and storytelling.

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