International students

Home to a large number of staff and students with interests stretching across the globe, Durham University’s Department of History is among the most highly ranked in the United Kingdom and offers outstanding teaching that is designed around its world-leading research.

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Durham History’s Historic Heart

The Department of History is nestled at the heart of Durham's historic city centre. Spread across three different buildings, 43 North Bailey, 58 Saddler Street, and Cosins Hall, Durham History sits alongside the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle.

Facilities and Resources

While studying here at Durham, students will get the chance to use the archival materials and medieval manuscripts contained within the Durham Cathedral, Palace Green, and Ushaw College Libraries. They will also be able to visit and explore the various collections held in our Museums and Galleries.

Durham University's Libraries and Collections

Department of History's Buildings and Environment

Look Closer at our Department of History

Discover the big picture and the little details of our Department of History.

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Vibrant student community

Both the Department of History and Durham University are a welcoming and vibrant place for students from all over the world. Although one of the largest History departments in the United Kingdom, with a correspondingly wide choice of modules, Durham prides itself on its ‘small department’ friendliness and sense of community. Most teaching is in small seminar groups, allowing students to get to know one another and their teachers.

As well as being a lively intellectual community, the Department provides social opportunities that bring together all its students and staff. These include the departmental History Society – run by Durham History students, the society organizes social events throughout the academic year.