New guidance has been issued on how universities should use contextual admissions to make sure England makes the most of its talented young people and mature learners, whatever their background.

Our researchers are leading on international energy and climate research – from monitoring vulnerable ice sheets to shaping future energy policy. Experts from Anthropology, Durham Energy Institute, ...

Thousands of our students have celebrated their achievements during Summer Congregation 2026, with the UNESCO World Heritage Site venue of Durham Castle and Cathedral bathed in glorious sunshine for ...

Student satisfaction at Durham University is high and continues to improve, according to the latest results of the National ...

Researchers at Durham University have collaborated with Google DeepMind on a new AI-powered research tool designed to analyse ancient Greek and Latin inscriptions. The new system, called Predicting ...

A major new study will provide the first national picture of how often pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are referred for, and diagnosed with, mental health conditions such ...

It’s disappointing that the UK’s new defence investment plan is unclear on its long-term plan for space, write Dr Bleddyn Bowen, in our School of Government and International Affairs/Durham University ...

Dr Alexandra Verini from our Department of Theology and Religion explores how pioneering Catholic nuns transformed education for poor girls in 19th Century Britain. Nuns as teachers are historically ...

Last month the IMH held a PhD Showcase afternoon celebrating the diversity and creativity of research in the medical humanities. The IMH PhD Showcase took place at the Tom Percival Annexe on the ...