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We’re one of the world’s most sustainable universities, according to the 2025 QS World University Rankings for Sustainability.
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Excellence in Entrepreneurship

Find out how our students, graduates, and staff push the boundaries of possibility in entrepreneurship and innovation around the world.

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Winter Congregation 9 and 10 January

Congratulations - it's time to celebrate everything you've achieved. Registration for students closes Monday 16 December.

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Events in the Middle East: support and assistance for students and staff

Read our statement and answers to frequently asked questions.

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Research Impact at Durham

We conduct innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally: research to empower and inspire.

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I interviewed Syria’s militias at the start of the war – they will listen if other countries engage them

Assistant Professor in International Security William Plowright explores what may happen next in Syria following the toppling of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
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Professor Peter Vickers uncovers new method to measure global scientific consensus

A team of international researchers led by Professor Peter Vickers from our top-rated Philosophy department has developed a breakthrough method for gathering and analysing global scientific opinion with speed and precision.
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Two energy projects to receive £16.8m investment

Two green energy projects we’re involved in have secured a combined total of £16.8m in new financial support.
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Vice-Chancellor becomes Honorary President of local charity supporting prisoners and their families

Professor Karen O’Brien, our Vice-Chancellor and Warden, has become the honorary president of local charity Nepacs.
Professor Karen O’Brien, Vice-Chancellor and Warden of ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ (centre) with Amanda Lacey, Nepacs Chief Executive and Kelsey Byrne, Team Leader at His Majesty's Prison Durham visitors centre

Successful events shine a spotlight on neurodiversity

Our Centre for Neurodiversity & Development brought together researchers, practitioners and people with lived experience of neurodiversity across two successful events.
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Strengthening our research collaborations with Japan

This week we welcomed Professor Naoto Kobayashi, Director of the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) London Office.
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Japanese scientists were pioneers of AI, yet they’re being written out of its history

Assistant Professor in the School of Modern Languages and Cultures Hansun Hsiung responds to the recent announcement of this year’s Nobel laureates in physics.
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Award for book exploring gender and ‘green crime’

An edited volume from Dr Emma Milne, from Durham Law School, argues that environmental crimes are more likely to impact women.
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Durham Drama Festival celebrates its 50th anniversary

This annual festival of new student writing for theatre will launch celebrations to mark its 50th year in 2025.
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We’re expanding our postgraduate offering with a real focus on employability

Thinking of studying a Masters in 2025? Consider one of our new postgraduate degrees and elevate your career at a World Top 100 university.
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Many physicists argue the universe is fine-tuned for life – our findings question this idea

Post Doctoral Research Associate, Dr Daniele Sorini, from our Institute for Computational Cosmology, discusses new research which suggests our Universe may not be especially tailored for intelligent life after all.
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Italy’s ban on international surrogacy is part of a drive towards an ultra-conservative idea of family

Assistant Professor in Family Law Dafni Lima responds to the Italian parliament's recent decision to criminalise surrogacy worldwide.
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Festive spirit shines in student performances across the City

With the winter break approaching, we’re excited to invite you to embrace the festive spirit with our Student Performing Arts.
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Create an event for Durham Global Week 2025

Durham Global Week 2025 will take place from Saturday 1 – Sunday 9 March 2025. All staff and students are encouraged to get involved, by submitting proposals for events to be part of the programme.
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Upcoming events

  • Crazy for You

    Tuesday 28 January 2025 - Saturday 1 February 2025
    7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
    Gala Theatre
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  • Doctor Faustus

    Thursday 12 December 2024 - Saturday 14 December 2024
    7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
    Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre
    Doctor Faustus Poster
  • Durham Drama Festival 2025

    Sunday 16 February 2025 - Sunday 23 February 2025
    7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
    Various locations across Durham City
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  • MBA Open Evening

    Wednesday 29 January 2025 - Wednesday 29 January 2025
    5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
    The Waterside Building Riverside Place Durham DH1 1SL UK
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Crazy for You

Tuesday 28 January 2025 - Saturday 1 February 2025
7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Gala Theatre
Crazy for You poster

Doctor Faustus

Thursday 12 December 2024 - Saturday 14 December 2024
7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms Theatre
Doctor Faustus Poster

Durham Drama Festival 2025

Sunday 16 February 2025 - Sunday 23 February 2025
7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Various locations across Durham City
Durham Drama Festival 2025 Logo

MBA Open Evening

Wednesday 29 January 2025 - Wednesday 29 January 2025
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
The Waterside Building Riverside Place Durham DH1 1SL UK
A building lit up at dusk

From our Student Blogs:

Reflection and insights from COP29

In this blog, Sophia reflects on the incredible, eye-opening, and transformative experience of attending COP29 and representing ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ at the19th Conference of Youth.
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Sustainability at Durham

We are committed to becoming one of the most environmentally sustainable universities in the UK as part of our University strategy to promote a sustainable future. We plan to achieve Net Zero carbon by 2035 and net biodiversity gain by 2032.

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