Why Durham?

Durham University is the third oldest University in England and one of the world's leading universities of academic excellence. We have strengths across arts and humanities, science and social sciences. Our undergraduate students have access to teaching by world experts, award-winning study facilities, extensive collections of books and learning resources. Just some of the reasons why students choose undergraduate study at Durham are as follows:

• A top 3 UK University - The Sunday Times University Guide 2012
• A world top 100 university - 2011/12 QS University League Rankings
• Ranked 83rd in the world - The Times Higher Education World University rankings 2011/12
• Ranked 15th globally for employer reputation in the 2011 QS World University League Rankings following an extensive survey of 17,000 organisations across the world
• Ranked 5th in The Complete University Guide 2013
• Ranked 6th in The Times Good University Guide 2012
• Ranked 8th in The Guardian University League Table 2012
• 97% of our undergraduates successfully complete their degree - the third highest completion rates in the UK
• 90% of our students say they are satisfied with their experience at Durham (sector average 83%)
• Over 11,000 undergraduate students from over 150 different countries creating a rich and dynamic learning experience
• Durham University has 52 University sports clubs and over 400 College sport sides
• 4th in the 2010/11 BUCS Sport League Table
• £10m invested annually in over 200 Postgraduate Scholarships
• All our probationary lecturers complete a course in Academic Practice, leading to membership of the Higher Education Academy, the UK's professional association promoting the highest quality education and student experience.