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Featured Faculty of Science Postgraduate Taught Programmes 2026
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Shape Your Future with Science: New MSc Programmes for 2026

Lead the future of science and innovation with our new postgraduate programmes in Engineering, Computer Science, Earth Science and Psychology.

Designed to address some of the most pressing global challenges and fastest-growing industry demands, these courses combine cutting-edge research with practical, career-focused skills. From leading innovative engineering projects and tackling environmental sustainability, to advancing expertise in artificial intelligence and data analysis, each programme equips you with the unique combination of sought after skills and knowledge to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
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NEW in the Department of Engineering for 2026

Our mission in the Department of Engineering is to give the best education possible, providing an encouraging, supportive and intellectually challenging environment where students can develop their skills and lead innovation and thrive in a competitive job market. We offer a number of dedicated, fully-renovated teaching laboratories where students can gain practical experience to complement theoretical understanding. Find out more about our latest Masters courses.

 

 

Department of Engineering

NEW FOR 2026 - MSc Engineering Management

Equip yourself with the strategic insight, innovative mindset and technical fluency to lead multidisciplinary projects and organisations.

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NEW FOR 2026 - MSc Environmental Engineering

Developed by leading researchers, this course equips with critical knowledge and practical skills in environmental research, the latest technologies and applied problem-solving. 

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Powering the North East’s AI Growth Zone

Durham University stands at the heart of the North East’s AI Growth Zone, playing a central role in driving innovation, creating high-value jobs, and nurturing future talent. Our world-class research spans key areas such as AI in healthcare, smart cities, and sustainable energy.

As our portfolio of cutting-edge postgraduate programmes continues to expand, we remain committed to developing globally competitive AI professionals ready to lead the next wave of technological progress. Durham University advances interdisciplinary AI research across Computer Science: Hybrid Intelligence & Cybersecurity, AI for Healthcare, AI Foundations & Edge Resilience, Inclusive AI Skills, Human–AI Interaction and Advanced Computing.
Department of Computing Science
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Postgraduate Taught Programmes in the Department of Computer Science

As a UK Top 10 Department (Complete University Guide 2025) we are committed to high quality teaching and research. Find out more about our Featured PGT courses for 2026.

MSc Advanced Computing Science

In response to demand for data analysts and computer scientists, we've developed this course to align with the rapidly evolving needs of industry.
Advanced Computer Science

MSc Advanced Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)

With AI transforming many aspects of the way we live and work, there has been a soaring demand for experts with these specialist skills.
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Scientific Computing and Data Analysis (AI for Engineering)

Our suite of Masters in Scientific Computing & Data Analysis offer an application-focused course to deliver skills in computational techniques.
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NEW FOR 2026 - From the Department of Earth Science and the Department of Psychology

  • NEW FOR 2026 - MSc Environmental Sustainability

    The ability to deliver sustainable futures across all human activities requires a diverse set of skills. This course serves as an interdisciplinary conversion course, welcoming students from varied academic backgrounds, drawing upon broad research strengths.

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  • NEW FOR 2026 - MSc Psychology (Conversion)

    You’ll learn to critically evaluate research, understand and explain behaviour, and communicate psychological insights effectively, while gaining a solid grounding in all core areas of the discipline.

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NEW FOR 2026 - MSc Environmental Sustainability

The ability to deliver sustainable futures across all human activities requires a diverse set of skills. This course serves as an interdisciplinary conversion course, welcoming students from varied academic backgrounds, drawing upon broad research strengths.

Windmills

NEW FOR 2026 - MSc Psychology (Conversion)

You’ll learn to critically evaluate research, understand and explain behaviour, and communicate psychological insights effectively, while gaining a solid grounding in all core areas of the discipline.

The brain represented as a jigsaw

Welcome to PGT study in the Faculty of Science

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Advanced Computer Science and Advanced Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) Postgraduate Study

Learn more about our UK based, one-year postgraduate programmes in Advanced Computer Science and Advanced Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence). Study in a Top 10 UK Department, that’s ranked joint 6th for Employability and provides a first clas

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Inspiring Excellence Scholarships

The Inspiring Excellence Scholarships at Durham University offers £5,000 or £10,000 towards tuition fees for international students starting a postgraduate taught programme and £5,000 or £10,000 towards tuition fees per year for international students starting an undergraduate degree for 2026/27.

Inspiring Excellence Scholarships

Durham at forefront of AI research with major grants

We are part of a consortium that has received multiple high-value grants from the Engineering & Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), part of the UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), that will establish Durham University as a leader in AI research.

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Durham hosts new £10m supercomputer

We’re home to a new £10m supercomputer that will help scientists around the world investigate the mysteries of the Universe.

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£1.7m funding to enhance student facilities

We’ve been awarded £1.7 million to help deliver courses that will increase opportunities for students and support economic growth.

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