Overseas Exchange

Durham University has signed student exchange agreements with selected universities in overseas (non-EU) destinations. Under these agreements we send and receive a number of students for a visiting period of normally one academic year.

Durham is currently linked with exchange with partner universities in the USA, Canada, China/Hong Kong, Singapore, New Zealand, Japan and Korea. We are costantly expanding our network of partners, please contact the Exchanges & Study Abroad Team in the International Office for an up-to-date list.

Most exchanges are set up at undergraduate level, though a few postgraduate opportunities exist.

Why study through Overseas Exchange at Durham?

• Inspiring surroundings in an historic university town
• Unique College system providing a strong sense of community - all students are members of a college
• Opportunities to participate in a wide range of sports and other activities, both at University and college level
• An excellent network of support and welfare services, including a dedicated Exchanges and Study Abroad Team and a personal College Tutor