Durham University

Durham University is a collegiate public research university in Durham, England. It was founded in 1832 by an Act of Parliament and incorporated by royal charter in 1837, is the third-oldest university in England. It opened in 1832, the first recognised university to open in England for more than 600 years, after Oxford and Cambridge.

As a collegiate university, its main functions are divided between the academic departments of the university and its 17 colleges. The colleges provide students with accommodation, social activities, and pastoral support. Durham University is located in the beautiful city of Durham, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is known for its Norman cathedral and castle, as well as its picturesque riverbanks.

Durham University is a popular choice for both domestic and international students. The university has a strong student community, with students from over 120 countries. There is a wide range of student clubs and societies to get involved in, as well as a number of sports teams.

Durham University is also known for its interdisciplinary programs, which combine elements from different disciplines to create unique and innovative courses of study. For example, the university offers programs in Archaeological Science, Business Management and Economics, and Geography and Environmental Science.

In addition to its traditional academic programs, Durham University also offers a number of professional programs, such as the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and the Master of Laws (LLM). These programs are designed to prepare students for careers in specific fields.

Durham University's programs are taught by world-leading academics and researchers. The university has a strong focus on research-led teaching, which means that students are taught by academics who are actively involved in research in their field. This ensures that students are exposed to the latest knowledge and developments in their field of study.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, Durham University is positioned as the #78 top university in the world. The rank is improved by 14 points from last year.

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2024 Ranking	#78
University Name	Durham University
Acronym	DU
Year Established	1832
Motto	Shaped by the past creatng the future
Colors	Palatinate purple

Location

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Address	University Office, Old Elvet, Durham, North East England, United Kingdom
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Phone	+44 (191) 334 2000
Fax	+44 (191) 334 6250
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	Bachelor's Degrees	Master's Degrees	Doctorate Degrees	Diplomas
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Business & Social Sciences	n/a			n/a
Engineering	n/a			n/a
Language & Cultural Studies	n/a			n/a
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International Students Allowed	Yes
Student Body	Men and Women

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