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Transitioning to Higher Education Support and Information

Transitioning to higher education support and information

Coming to university to study at any level can feel overwhelming. At Durham we want to help provide the most relevant information and support to make this transition easier for you. We have created links to information and guidance to help think about all aspects of university life including how to manage your own wellbeing during this period. You will also find a lot of useful information in our frequently asked question section.
FAQ's
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Welcome to student support at Durham

We have created a series of videos highlighting key information about our support services, and we hope you find these resources helpful.

Before coming to University

Preparing for university

Not knowing what to expect can feel overwhelming, which is why we’ve gathered information to help you better understand what university life at Durham will be like. 

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Wellbeing and mental health information for prospective students

As you prepare for university, it’s important to consider how you’ll maintain your mental health and wellbeing.

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  • Transitioning to higher education course

    The Transition to Higher Education course is a great starting point to get you ready for the coming academic year and is available as soon as you accept an offer from Durham and have a username.

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  • International Students

    Further information and advice on being an international student at Durham can be found here.

    Students from the International Study Centre walking through Durham

Transitioning to higher education course

The Transition to Higher Education course is a great starting point to get you ready for the coming academic year and is available as soon as you accept an offer from Durham and have a username.

Students talking while studying at a round table surrounded by bookshelves

International Students

Further information and advice on being an international student at Durham can be found here.

Students from the International Study Centre walking through Durham

Further Support Available

  • Student support services

    At Durham, a wide network of support services is available to assist you in all aspects of university life. Find out more information on these here.

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  • Autism Support

    At Durham, we welcome autistic students. We aim to maintain continuity of support from pre-application throughout your course.

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Student support services

At Durham, a wide network of support services is available to assist you in all aspects of university life. Find out more information on these here.

Student support

Autism Support

At Durham, we welcome autistic students. We aim to maintain continuity of support from pre-application throughout your course.

Chalk drawing of a head and brain
Frequently asked questions

FAQs

We've put some of our most frequently asked questions together

Find out more

Check out our student blogs

Find out what it is really like to be a Durham student

Highlights

  • Student Blog site

    Hear from our students directly on what is it really like to live and study at Durham
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  • College Life

    Pip gives you a guide on what to expect when you are living in college
    Students sitting with Durham Cathedral in the background

Student Blog site

Hear from our students directly on what is it really like to live and study at Durham
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College Life

Pip gives you a guide on what to expect when you are living in college
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Contact Us

If you have a question about coming to Durham, please get in touch