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The Statutes, Ordinances and Regulations provide the governance information of the University.
Statutes, Ordinances and Regulations
Further information about how the University is governed.
University Statutes and Ordinances
General Regulations
Freedom of Speech
Arms and Mottos
You should note that any regulation, Code of Practice or Policy may be altered or withdrawn due to circumstances beyond Durham University's reasonable control, changes in government policy or law, or where the change is deemed by the University to be of benefit to students.
All enacting policy documentation referred to in the Ordinances and General Regulations is available for staff and students in the Policy Zone.
Statutes and Regulations Archive
Academic Year 2025/26 - General Regulations
Academic Year 2024/25 - General Regulations
Academic Year 2023/24 - General Regulations
Requests for previous Academic Years can be made by contacting Governance Support Services