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Space to Explore Potential (STEP)

STEP is one of several access programmes designed to support talented students from less advantaged and underrepresented backgrounds who have the potential to succeed at Durham.

STEP is a residential programme that supports Black heritage students from across England who are interested in applying to Durham University.

Five students playing spike ball, one is celebrating wile the others are laughing.

STEP offers the opportunity for Year 12 Black heritage students to visit our campus and experience what it's like to study at Durham. During the summer school, students will stay in one of our colleges, take part in social and academic sessions and complete an assessed project in their chosen subject area, working towards a guaranteed alternative offer from us while developing academic skills.