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  • Welcome to new alumni

    Graduation isn't the end of your Durham journey - find out how to connect with our global alumni network, access alumni benefits and careers support, and get involved with alumni community events.

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  • Shaping your future career

    We prepare our graduates for exciting and fulfilling careers around the world. Whether you are looking to stay in the UK after graduation or want to explore global opportunities, we will help you stand out.

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Welcome to new alumni

Graduation isn't the end of your Durham journey - find out how to connect with our global alumni network, access alumni benefits and careers support, and get involved with alumni community events.

Students participating in Summer Congregation

Shaping your future career

We prepare our graduates for exciting and fulfilling careers around the world. Whether you are looking to stay in the UK after graduation or want to explore global opportunities, we will help you stand out.

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

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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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Archaeology students help unearth hidden medieval past of Bishop Auckland

Over the last eight years, a medieval wall, chapel and even a toilet have been uncovered in the grounds of Auckland Palace in County Durham.

Research news
Archaeological excavations at Auckland Palace in Bishop Auckland, England.

Major grant awarded for new innovative research into programmable plants

We have been awarded a major research grant as part of UK’s ARIA’s (Advanced Research and Invention Agency) prestigious Programmable Plants initiative.
Research news
Plant

Study finds women politicians are judged more harshly than men

Women politicians in the United States who deviate from party expectations or views are judged more harshly than men by voters. That is according to the findings of a new study led by academics from our School of Government and International Affairs.
Research news
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Durham to lead national skills hub to boost UK research

As part of UKRI’s support of the UK’s Compute Roadmap published yesterday, we are launching a major new initiative called SHAREing (Skills Hub for Accelerated Research Environments Inspiring the Next Generation).
Research news
Researchers collaborating

Connecting talent with opportunity: careers weeks and fairs in review

Over 6,500 students attended our careers weeks and fairs programme over the 2024/25 academic year to boost their employability and explore diverse career opportunities.
Student news
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Congratulations to all our graduating students

We have been celebrating the achievements of our students in the summer sunshine in 23 Congregation ceremonies.
Student news
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Newly discovered ancient river landscapes control East Antarctic ice flow

Our geographers have discovered the remains of landscapes thought to have formed when ancient rivers flowed across East Antarctica.
Global research
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R&D disclosures can predict future earnings - if investors focus on language, not just figures

Investors looking to predict future company performance should pay closer attention to the language used in R&D disclosures rather than just the financial figures.

Colleagues discussing marketing and financial reports

How tropical plants keep ant rivals peacefully apart by giving them separate ‘flats’

Researchers from our top-rated Biosciences department have uncovered a fascinating way tropical plants in Fiji manage to keep peace among rival ant colonies.
Tropical plants

Mysterious ‘Dark Dwarfs’ may be hiding at the heart of the Milky Way

A new study has proposed the existence of a new type of cosmic object that could be hiding at the centre of our galaxy.
Dark dwarfs

MA students launch two new storytelling exhibitions for the summer 

Two new, major exhibitions curated by MA Museum and Artefact Studies students exploring the art and history of storytelling, are now open and free to attend all summer. Visitors can discover ‘Beasts and Legends’ at Palace Green Library and ‘Telling Tales’ at the Oriental Museum.

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Malaysian partnership to develop financiers and regulators

We are working with the Securities Commission Malaysia to develop the financiers and regulators of the future.
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Working together to reduce waste and support charity through Green Move Out

Our Green Move Out initiative is back for its 22nd year – helping students donate unwanted items, reduce waste and support our local community.
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  • UEFA Women’s Euros: Media coverage and gender equality

    The UEFA Women’s Euros is in full swing, but a recent YouGov survey showed that interest in women’s football still lags well behind the men’s game. What does this mean in terms of gender equality in the sport? Expert on women, football and inequalities, Professor Stacey Pope, explains.
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  • How the UK became dependent on asylum hotels

    The UK Government has promised to stop using hotels to house asylum seekers by 2029. Professor Jonathan Darling from our Department of Geography takes a look at the details behind the plans.
    Research news
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  • Pylon wars show why big energy plans need locals on board

    Thousands of new electricity pylons are to be built across parts of England under the government’s plans to decarbonise the electricity. And some people aren’t happy. Professor Simone Abram from our Department of Anthropology and Director of Durham Energy Institute, explores why electricity pylons can evoke such powerful feelings.
    Research news
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UEFA Women’s Euros: Media coverage and gender equality

The UEFA Women’s Euros is in full swing, but a recent YouGov survey showed that interest in women’s football still lags well behind the men’s game. What does this mean in terms of gender equality in the sport? Expert on women, football and inequalities, Professor Stacey Pope, explains.

A black and white football on the grass in a stadium.

How the UK became dependent on asylum hotels

The UK Government has promised to stop using hotels to house asylum seekers by 2029. Professor Jonathan Darling from our Department of Geography takes a look at the details behind the plans.
A group of women standing around with bags on the floor.

Pylon wars show why big energy plans need locals on board

Thousands of new electricity pylons are to be built across parts of England under the government’s plans to decarbonise the electricity. And some people aren’t happy. Professor Simone Abram from our Department of Anthropology and Director of Durham Energy Institute, explores why electricity pylons can evoke such powerful feelings.
Electricity pylons with sun setting behind them

Vote for our Botanic Garden to be RHS Partner of the year

Fans of the Botanic Garden are being invited to place their votes in the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Garden of the Year competition. Voters will also be entered into a prize draw to win a £100 RHS Garden gift voucher.

Botanic Garden lawn view with visitors

National teaching excellence award for two early career academics

Dr Alice Finden and Dr Kavi Abraham, both from our School of Government and International Affairs (SGIA), have won the British International Studies Association (BISA) Early Career Excellence in Teaching International Studies Prize.
Dr Alice and Dr Kavi

Waiting for your A-level results? Think: Durham

Are you or someone you know waiting for their A-level results? Maybe Durham could be the next step. Our Vice-Chancellor Professor Karen O'Brien writes.
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Upcoming events

MG Car Display

Sunday 3 August 2025 - Sunday 3 August 2025
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Botanic Garden
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Festival of Archaeology Special event: Mapping the Past

Saturday 2 August 2025 - Saturday 2 August 2025
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Oriental Museum
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Beasts and Legends: Adventures Through North East Folklore

Saturday 14 June 2025 - Sunday 2 November 2025
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Palace Green Library, Palace Green, Durham, DH1 3RN
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Family Craft Club does Book Mark Marbling

Tuesday 29 July 2025 - Tuesday 29 July 2025
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Palace Green Library, Palace Green, Durham DH1 3RN
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From our Student Blogs:

My Chevening Journey at Durham

MA Educational Leadership and Change student Christie shares her journey as a Chevening scholar - from preparing for her application to settling in at Durham with the help of her new college family.
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Durham University – proud to host the National Astronomy Meeting 2025

Almost a thousand of the world’s top scientists are visiting Durham University as we host the UK’s National Astronomy Meeting (NAM) 2025 (7 to 11 July). NAM is the flagship annual event of the UK’s Royal Astronomical Society and sees scientists present the latest in cutting-edge space research. NAM also connects diverse communities - from researchers and amateur astronomers to schools, artists, industry, and the public.

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