Durham University makes a major contribution to the success of our city, county, and region, as well the UK as a whole. One ...

Professor Dan Lawrence, from our Department of Archaeology, has been granted ERC funding to investigate the relationship between climate change and the emergence of complex societies over the last ...

Professor Edward Welch, Head of our School of Modern Languages and Cultures, has been awarded the 2024 R. Gapper Book Prize by the Society for French Studies.

A new study involving our Biosciences department has revealed a previously unknown pain pathway in the human nervous system, reshaping our understanding of how chronic pain functions. Traditionally, ...

Archaeologists have uncovered new evidence about an ancient Mesopotamian landscape, offering fresh insight into the legacy of black slavery during the early Islamic Period.

Durham will be represented by Neil Heckels, Senior Policy Engagement Manager. With Southampton University, Neil will co-lead UPEN’s delivery of professional development and capability building ...

The study shows that even small increases in temperature could lead to major rises in soil antibiotic resistance. This is especially true in colder regions where warming allows harmful bacteria to ...

Professor Marko Nardini, from our Department of Psychology, has been granted ERC funding to dedicate five years to studying the capacity of the human brain to ‘plug into’ new senses.

New research has cast doubt on the long-held theory that our galaxy, the Milky Way, will collide with its largest neighbour, the Andromeda galaxy, in 4.5 billion years-time.

Come along to one of many theatre and music performances this summer by our students. The Rocky Horror Show poster Over the course of June, there are numerous productions and concerts to come to. If ...

1.1 Durham University is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all students, as detailed in the Durham University Strategy 2017-2027. 1.2 The University does not ...

Join Durham University Orchestral Society in the beautiful Durham Cathedral for the climactic enormity of Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony. In celebration of 60 years of DUOS, the concert will open with ...