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“I met some amazing people in Durham, who enriched me as a better person. They’ve been nothing but inspiring and supportive. There were plenty of events to join literally every day, which is one of the benefits of having the collegiate system. The diverse workshops and seminars have helped me prepare for my future career. The societies and clubs have helped with my skills in other areas.” Juliet Lei,
Education MA graduate
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WHY DURHAM?
CONTENTS
Durham University offers a wide range of courses and a research-informed education, delivered by world-leading experts in outstanding facilities. We offer supportive college communities, a warm welcome to all, excellent student welfare and a fantastic student experience.
GETTING TO KNOW DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Located in the beautiful and historic city of Durham, we are one of the oldest universities in the UK, yet have a modern and forward thinking mindset. With over 26 academic departments and schools offering over 200 undergraduate courses as well as postgraduate taught and research degrees, our teaching is research-informed and led by academics, many of whom are world-leading experts in their field. Durham is a collegiate university, which means your student experience will be distinctive and based in one of our 16 college communities. In fact, our students say that colleges are one of the best aspects of student life at Durham. So if you are looking for excellent teaching in outstanding facilities combined with a unique college experience then look no further than Durham University. You are guaranteed a warm welcome.
78th in the QS World University Rankings 2018.
Why Durham? Our Location Durham City Durham City and North East England
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A Global University Study at Durham University
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Government and International Affairs History Law Liberal Arts Mathematics Modern Languages and Culture Music Natural Sciences Philosophy Physics Psychology Sociology Sport and Exercise Sciences Theology and Religion
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OUR COURSES Anthropology Archaeology Biosciences Business Chemistry Classics and Ancient History Combined Honours in Social Sciences Computer Science Durham Centre for Academic Development Earth Sciences Education Engineering English Studies Geography
28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42
46 48 50 52 54 56 58 60 62 64 66 68 70
STUDENT LIFE IN DURHAM 21% of our students are of non-UK origin. More than 150 countries are represented in our staff and student bodies, creating a diverse social and academic community.
89% of our students are satisfied with their experience at Durham University. National Student Survey 2017 (sector-wide average 84%).
International Study Centre Colleges, Accommodation and Student Experience Student Life Student and Family Support
72 74 78 82
English Language Support 84 Fees and Funding 86 Careers and Employability 88
HOW TO APPLY Applying for Undergraduate Study Applying for Postgraduate Study
90 92
Entry Requirements Further Information
93 94
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OUR LOCATION Durham is located in North East England, close to Newcastle upon Tyne. Durham is a pedestrianfriendly City, with most people walking and cycling or taking the bus around the City and further afield. Durham train station is just a short distance from Durham City Centre, and around a 20-minute walk or a 5-minute bus or taxi ride from the University campus. Durham City is approximately a 60-minute drive from Newcastle International Airport, which has regular domestic and international flights.
Durham Cathedral
APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMES BY TRAIN Durham to Newcastle Durham to London Durham to Edinburgh Durham to Manchester
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/location
12 mins 3 hrs 1 hr 45 mins 2 hrs 10 mins
APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMES BY AIR Newcastle to London Newcastle to Amsterdam Newcastle to Dubai Newcastle to New York
1 hr 20 mins 1 hr 15 mins 7 hrs 15 mins 10 hrs
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University College (Castle)
MAJOR AIRPORTS Edinburgh Newcastle
Manchester
London
Durham City
DURHAM AVERAGE TEMPERATURE*
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WANT TO SEE MORE? View our online videos, to see what Durham University has to offer. The videos provide a series of short clips and 360° panoramas of academic departments and colleges, to give you a feel for student life at Durham University. See www.durham.ac.uk/multimedia
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Aerial map of Durham City
DURHAM CITY In Durham City, you are among some of the world’s finest architecture. This is a truly beautiful city, where the famous Castle and Cathedral – together designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site – dominate the skyline. Depending on which college you belong to, you could be based right in the historic centre of the City or just a short walk away in one of our purpose-built, beautifully landscaped colleges. With a total population of around 43,000, Durham City has a compact, friendly feel but still provides the facilities you would expect of a thriving city, including excellent cafés, bars and restaurants. We are only 12 minutes away from Newcastle by train and here you will find a wide choice of entertainment, culture and shopping.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/map
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DURHAM CITY 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
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Maiden Castle Sports Complex Upper Mountjoy Lower Mountjoy and Palatine Centre Hill Colleges Durham Cathedral Bailey Colleges Durham Castle Main shopping area Market Place Gala Theatre, cinema, bars and restaurants Bus Station Railway Station Riverwalk – new leisure development (opens 2018)
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DURHAM CITY & NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Durham Cathedral
The North East of England, is a beautiful part of the country. There is so much to see, do and discover here, whether you are looking for picturesque scenery, cultural attractions or family fun. In and around Durham itself, you will find a wealth of entertainment. From shopping, cinemas, museums, festivals, restaurants and cafés, to exploring the beautiful outdoors, nearby castles and the glorious coastline. Also England’s public transportation system makes it easy to get about anywhere you want to explore!
Surfing at Tynemouth
For further information, see www.thisisdurham.com
Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland
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BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead
The Sage Gateshead and the Millennium Bridge
Alnwick Castle, where some of Harry Potter was filmed
Newcastle Theatre Royal
High Force waterfall on the River Tees
Crook Hall, County Durham
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A GLOBAL UNIVERSITY When you study at Durham, you are joining an international university, where our students are fully immersed in our world-class research culture.
WHAT WE DO HAS GLOBAL IMPACT The results of the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 confirm Durham’s international profile in research, with 83% of Durham’s research being assessed as internationally excellent quality or world-leading, categorised as 3* or 4*. Areas of exceptional strength include Anthropology, Archaeology, Chemistry, Classics, Education, English, Law, Music, Physics and Theology. For research impact, Chemistry and Education were top among their respective subjects in the country.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/research
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Modules studied by students are developed as a result of this world-class research being conducted, and postgraduate research students work in collaboration with academics to push forward the boundaries of their subject. Durham University provides a place where students at every stage of their academic career will find a supportive environment to develop themselves and their ideas. Our academics collaborate with research partners worldwide, providing answers to global questions. Durham University is a member of the Russell Group of research-intensive UK universities and the Matariki Network of Universities. Durham is also a member of the University of the Arctic – a cooperative network of universities, colleges, research institutes and other organisations concerned with education and research in and about the circumpolar North. Our global reach does not stop with our research. Durham University has exchange agreements with over 270 different universities. We also run joint programmes with institutions around the world and we are highly active within the European Union’s Erasmus programme. Approximately 400 Durham students annually take advantage of our study abroad opportunities, which provides them with valuable international experience, strengthens our global reach and promotes intercultural learning.
HERE ARE A FEW EXAMPLES OF OUR WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH 1 Working to Fight Malaria Durham University’s School of Biosciences is involved in the fight against malaria, a disease which the World Health Organization estimates kills one child every minute. One recent study, led by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in partnership with Durham University and the University of California in San Francisco, found that housing improvements could reduce malaria cases by half in some settings.
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Matariki partners Joint programmes Student exchange agreements Partner universities Plus over 200 Erasmus agreements in Europe Ranked as one of the top 40 most international universities in the world. The Times Higher World University Rankings 2018.
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4 2 Excavating Local History Archaeologists and postgraduate students at Durham University carried out scientific analysis on skeletons discovered in two mass graves on Durham’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. Combining this data with information from the excavation and historical records, the researchers concluded that ‘the only plausible’ explanation was that the skeletons were those of Scottish soldiers captured by English forces following the Battle of Dunbar in September 1650.
Wildlife 3 Undertaking Ecology Research Based in the Soutpansberg mountain range of South Africa, the Department of Anthropology’s Primate and Predator project aims to better understand the ecology of local species and the threat that human activity poses to their conservation.
Environmental 4 Tackling Issues in the Antarctic Professor Mike Bentley from the Department of Geography’s research interests focus on Antarctic environmental history. A number of his current research themes feed directly into his Antarctic Environments module, enabling his students to learn from cutting-edge research. Image above courtesy of Professor Mike Bentley.
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STUDY AT DURHAM UNIVERSITY There are many different ways you can study at Durham University. You can undertake a taught programme, conduct your own research, or pursue practical studies in a specific area.
In The Complete University Guide 2018, we are ranked 6th and 94% of our subjects are in the UK top 10.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study
We have a long-established commitment to research. Delivering cutting-edge, research-led education is at the heart of what we do. This means that our academic staff are more than lecturers simply teaching from books; the research they conduct shapes and inspires the academic structure of our departments and it directly informs our teaching, ensuring that academic course content is right up to date with current developments. You will directly benefit from the world-class research taking place here. As a Durham University student, you can become an active participant in the creation of knowledge through group work and research projects.
Durham University is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities. For further information, see www.russellgroup.ac.uk
ACADEMIC YEAR Durham University has three academic terms, and the majority of the teaching takes place in the first two terms. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/dates
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UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
Study Options
Placements
Undergraduate programmes are typically three years long, unless you also choose to do a year abroad, a placement year or a Master’s degree, in which case your programme will take four years. You will apply directly to an academic programme, and will start studying your chosen subject from the first year.
At Durham University, we offer a broad range of courses, including Foundation degrees, Single Honours degrees, Joint Honours degrees (with two subjects) and Combined Honours degrees in Social Sciences, Liberal Arts and Natural Sciences, where you have more flexibility to select multiple subjects and electives to study alongside each other.
At Durham, you may have the opportunity to take a work placement. Placements are short periods of professional experience that range from a few weeks to 12 months. They may be part of your course, may offer you academic credits towards your degree, or may be offered outside of term-time.
At Durham, learning is delivered through lectures, seminars, laboratories (if applicable to the course) and tutorials. Tutorials are given by the same academic staff who are delivering the lectures, so small-group teaching is an important aspect of your learning environment. Your learning takes place in the first two terms of the year, with exams in the third term. You will do a research project or dissertation in your third year, giving you further opportunities to develop your independent learning and research skills.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/studyoptions
Year Abroad Many of our academic departments offer courses with an integrated year abroad, where you can choose to study in another country for a full year of your degree.
“At Durham University there are so many opportunities for personal development. I’ve developed essential team-working and time management skills through working with other students.” Soumya Singh,
Computer Science BSc (Hons)
POSTGRADUATE STUDY Postgraduate study at Durham provides you with the opportunity to further develop and specialise your skills. Postgraduate taught courses (Master’s) are typically one full year and are delivered via a combination of lectures, seminars and tutorials. Postgraduate taught courses offer you a more structured framework for your studies. Postgraduate research courses are offered in a variety of forms for one, two or three years. These courses typically do not include classes as part of the degree; and instead, you will have a supervisory team of academic staff to help and support you to undertake your research project.
Postgraduate Taught Courses (Master’s) Postgraduate taught programmes blend core and optional modules in specialist subject areas with a substantial dissertation or research project.
For further information on our taught courses, see the department section on pages 14-70 or see, www.durham.ac.uk/courses
of taught modules, before undertaking an extended research thesis. The current options available are in the School of Education, Durham University Business School, and the Department of Theology and Religion.
Postgraduate Research Courses
For further information on our research opportunities, see the department section on pages 14-70 or see www.durham.ac.uk/study/ pg/studyoptions/research
Postgraduate research courses enable you to pursue a more research-intensive degree by conducting your own project with the support of academic supervisors. Durham offers a range of research qualifications, including: • • •
Master’s by research for one year, including MA, MSc and MProf Master’s by research for two years, including MEd, MJur, MLitt, MMus and MPhil Doctoral studies for three years (PhD).
As well as conventional research degrees, we also offer innovative professional doctorates and PhDs with Integrated Studies, giving you the opportunity to follow a structured programme
“I think the best thing about being a postgraduate student at Durham University in academic terms is the independence, the freedom to govern my own research, whilst always having supervisors in the Department willing to advise and support me.” Admir Jugo,
Anthropology PhD
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ANTHROPOLOGY The Department of Anthropology’s degrees are distinctive for their breadth and interdisciplinary approach. They introduce you to the comparative and evolutionary study of humans and draw on a range of social, cultural and biological approaches.
RANKING • Joint 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 6th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 1612 e anthropology@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 1612 e anth.postgrad-studies@durham.ac.uk SOCIAL MEDIA @AnthDurham1 www.durham.ac.uk/anthropology
Founded in 1965, the Department of Anthropology at Durham University is now one of the largest integrated anthropology departments in the UK, carrying out cutting-edge research across social anthropology, evolutionary anthropology, and the anthropology of health. The value of an anthropology degree is increasingly recognised by employers, and the broad training provided at Durham University makes our graduates highly sought after.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT Anthropology students have access to dedicated workspaces and high-profile research laboratories such as the: • • •
Bioinformatics Laboratory Parent-Infant Sleep Lab Physical Activity Lab.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Anthropology www.durham.ac.uk/course/L602
3
AAB
36
L602
BSc (Hons) Anthropology www.durham.ac.uk/course/L601
3
AAB
36
L601
BA (Hons) Anthropology and Archaeology www.durham.ac.uk/course/LF64
3
AAB
36
LF64
BA (Hons) Anthropology and Sociology www.durham.ac.uk/course/LL36
3
AAB
36
LL36
BSc (Hons) Health and Human Sciences www.durham.ac.uk/course/B991
3
AAB
36
B991
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (page 28) and Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE
“The diversity of the Anthropology Department at Durham University was certainly the main reason why I chose to apply for a PhD position here. This Department benefits from a variety of professionals and experts in all sub-disciplines within Anthropology.” Elena Burgos-Martinez, Sociocultural Anthropology PhD
TAUGHT DEGREES
Key research areas include: • Cultural Evolution • Energy and Sustainability • Evolutionary Medicine and Health • Global and Public Health • Political Anthropology • Primate Behaviour and Conservation • Studies of Science and Biotechnology.
FURTHER INFORMATION
MSc Energy and Society
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L6K807
MSc Medical Anthropology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L6K507
MA Research Methods (Anthropology)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L6K307
MA Sociocultural Anthropology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L6K107
MSc Sustainability, Culture and Development
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L6K607
RESEARCH DEGREES
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
YEAR(S)
YEAR(S)
MA Anthropology by Research
1
MSc Biological Anthropology by Research
1
MA Sociocultural Anthropology by Research
1
PhD Anthropology
3
PhD Biological Anthropology
3
PhD Sociocultural Anthropology
3
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/anthropology/ postgraduatestudy/ researchprogrammes
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Upland archaeology in the Cantabrian Mountians, Spain
ARCHAEOLOGY Archaeology at Durham University covers everything from the Palaeolithic to the post-medieval eras, from Iceland to India, and from architecture to ancient DNA, helping us to address some of the most fundamental questions about who we are. A broad and dynamic subject, archaeology changes constantly with new discoveries and the development of innovative research.
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 1144 e arch.ugsecretary@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 110 9 e pgarch.admissions@durham.ac.uk SOCIAL MEDIA @ArcDurham www.durham.ac.uk/archaeology
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• 97.8% of our Archaeology students said that they were satisfied with the quality of their course, in the National Student Survey 2017. • 1st in The Guardian University Guide 2018. • 2nd in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
Our staff are leaders in their fields, we have professional links with many notable historic organisations and our graduates are highly employable in the archaeology sector and elsewhere.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT Our internationally respected research expertise will provide you with some of the best resources available for archaeological research. We have one of only three commercial archaeology units in the UK based in a university department, and you will have access to experts in the field.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include: • Arabian Archaeology • Artefact Studies • Bioarchaeology • Egypt, Near East and South Asia • European Prehistory • Landscapes of Complex Societies • North East England • Ritual, Religion, Belief and Place • Roman Archaeology.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Archaeology www.durham.ac.uk/course/F400
3
AAB
36
F400
BSc (Hons) Archaeology www.durham.ac.uk/course/F402
3
AAB
36
F402
BA (Hons) Archaeology and Ancient Civilisations www.durham.ac.uk/course/VQ48
3
AAB
36
VQ48
BA (Hons) Ancient History and Archaeology www.durham.ac.uk/course/VF14
3
AAB
36
VF14
BA (Hons) Anthropology and Archaeology www.durham.ac.uk/course/LF64
3
AAB
36
LF64
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (page 28).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MA Archaeology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/F4K007
MA Conservation of Archaeological and Museum Objects
2
www.durham.ac.uk/course/F4K707
MA International Cultural Heritage Management
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V4K107
MA Museum and Artefact Studies
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V6K607
MSc Bioarchaeology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/F4KB09
MSc Palaeopathology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/F4K809
RESEARCH DEGREES
“Coming from Japan with a background in contemporary art theory, I wanted to specialise in prehistoric art. Durham stood out because of its prominent international reputation in archaeology. I came to study the MA and stayed to research for the PhD. The Department’s leading researchers and vibrant postgraduate community provide a fertile ground for my own intellectual development, and its friendly academic community goes a great way to help overseas students with living abroad.” Takashi Sakamoto, Archaeology PhD
YEAR(S)
MA Archaeology by Research
1
MPhil Archaeology
2
PhD Archaeology
3
FURTHER INFORMATION
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/archaeology/ postgraduate/research_degrees
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BIOSCIENCES The Department of Biosciences studies biology from the smallest to the largest scales: from the structure and function of biological molecules, through to cells, organisms and populations to the entire global ecosystem.
RANKING
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 1200 e bio.admissions@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 9167 e biosci-pgsecretary@durham.ac.uk SOCIAL MEDIA @DurBiol www.durham.ac.uk/biosciences
• 8th in the UK for world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 96% of Biological and Biomedical Sciences students were satisfied with their course overall in the National Student Survey 2018 (sector-wide average 84%). • 5th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
The interests of academic staff include all types of living organisms, from bacteria, plants and animals to human health. Our research addresses major global problems, including food security, climate change, healthy ageing and control of disease. Our academics underpin these areas with expertise in biotic and abiotic stress, signalling and environmental adaptation, cell structure, function and development, and human health and disease.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT We have two Doctoral Training programmes offering competitive studentships, one associated with the Natural Environment Research Council and the other with the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council. Our staff are extensively involved in national and international expert panels, consortia, government review panels, international commissions, and other influential organisations. Our research and collaborations take place all over the world.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences www.durham.ac.uk/course/C103
3
AAA
37
C103
MBiol (Hons) Biosciences www.durham.ac.uk/course/C107
4
AAA
37
C107
There are more course options with this subject in: Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH DEGREES MSc Biological Sciences
1
PhD Biological Sciences
3-4
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include: • Agritechnology • Animal Cells and Systems • Biological Chemistry • Biomolecular Interactions • Biotechnology • Ecology, Evolution and Environment • In Vitro Animal Cell Technologies • Molecular Plant Science.
YEAR(S)
“Carrying out my PhD at Durham University has been a fantastic experience so far. I am part of the Newcastle, Liverpool, Durham doctoral training partnership, which has given me many great opportunities such as attending conferences and going to writing retreats. There are ample opportunities for networking, which has led me to start pursuing a future career in science communication. I also really enjoy getting involved in activities run within the Department, such as the Science into Schools festival and Biosciences Society events.” Paige Panter, Plant Molecular Biology PhD
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/biosciences/ postgraduate/research-degrees
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BUSINESS As one of an elite group of business schools worldwide to carry triple accreditation from Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), Association of MBAs (AMBA) and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), we recruit students from around the world onto our programmes.
RANKING
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 0232 e business.ugadmissions@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 0)191 334 5200 e ma.admin@durham.ac.uk PhD/DBA e research.admissions@durham.ac.uk www.durham.ac.uk/business
• 2nd in the UK for graduate prospects (Accounting and Finance) The Complete University Guide 2018. • 5th in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. • 9th in the UK and 64th in the world (Full-time MBA, Financial Times Global MBA Ranking 2018).
Our students take part in live business projects, internships and placements as part of their studies, enabling them to apply their knowledge to practical challenges in the most forward-thinking companies. Durham University Business School has an active alumni network of more than 25,000 graduates in over 150 countries.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include: • Accounting • Economics • Management.
“Completing a year placement has been invaluable, enabling me to gain skills, improve employability prospects and give me knowledge of the real working world. This allowed me to come back to Durham for my final year prepared and more knowledgeable, and able to relate learning to personal experience. There is no doubt that this year has been one of the most challenging years of my life, but the challenges have been outweighed by the skills I have developed and the experiences I have had.” Ellen Gibson, Business and Management BA (Hons)
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL TYPICAL IB UCAS A LEVEL DIPLOMA CODE YEAR(S) OFFER SCORE
DEGREES
TYPICAL TYPICAL IB UCAS A LEVEL DIPLOMA CODE YEAR(S) OFFER SCORE
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance www.durham.ac.uk/course/NN43
3
AAB
36
NN43
BA (Hons) Economics with French www.durham.ac.uk/course/L1R1
4
A*AA
38
L1R1
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Business Placement www.durham.ac.uk/course/N302
4
AAB
36
N302
BA (Hons) Economics with Management www.durham.ac.uk/course/L103
3
A*AA
38
L103
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with Study Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/N304
4
AAB
36
N304
BA (Hons) Economics with Management with Business Placement www.durham.ac.uk/course/L104
4
A*AA
38
L104
BA (Hons) Accounting and Management www.durham.ac.uk/course/NN42
3
NN42
BA (Hons) Economics with Management with Study Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/L105
4
A*AA
38
L105
BA (Hons) Economics and Politics www.durham.ac.uk/course/LL12
3
A*AA
38
LL12
BSc (Hons) Finance www.durham.ac.uk/course/N305
3
AAB
36
N305
AAB
36
BA (Hons) Accounting and Management with Business Placement www.durham.ac.uk/course/N204
4
BA (Hons) Accounting and Management with Study Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/N206
4
AAB
36
N206
BSc (Hons) Finance with Business Placement www.durham.ac.uk/course/N306
4
AAB
36
N306
BA (Hons) Business and Management www.durham.ac.uk/course/N201
3
AAB
36
N201
BSc (Hons) Finance with Study Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/N307
4
AAB
36
N307
BA (Hons) Business and Management with Business Placement www.durham.ac.uk/course/N203
4
AAB
36
N203
BA (Hons) Marketing and Management www.durham.ac.uk/course/N509
3
AAB
36
N509
BA (Hons) Business and Management with Study Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/N207
4
AAB
36
N207
BA (Hons) Marketing and Management with Business Placement www.durham.ac.uk/course/N510
4
AAB
36
N510
BA (Hons) Economics www.durham.ac.uk/course/L100
3
A*AA
38
L100
BA (Hons) Marketing and Management with Study Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/N511
4
AAB
36
N511
BA (Hons) Economics with Business Placement www.durham.ac.uk/course/L106
4
A*AA
38
L106
BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) www.durham.ac.uk/course/VL52
3
A*AA
38
VL52
BA (Hons) Economics with Study Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/L109
4
A*AA
38
L109
AAB
36
N204
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (page 28) and Natural Sciences (page 58).
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“The Durham MBA is a fantastic way to develop essential business leadership skills. It’s an intense and immersive year that has proved extremely rewarding.” Nabil Parkar, MBA graduate
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POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
FURTHER INFORMATION
RESEARCH DEGREES
MBA Business Administration
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N1T517
PhD Accounting
3
MBA Business Administration Online / Blended
2PT
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N1T717
PhD Economics
3
MBA Business Administation (Business Development)
15 mths
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N1T617
PhD Finance
3
PhD Islamic Finance
3
MBA Executive MBA – The Durham and EBS Master of Business Administration
18 mths
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N1T817
PhD Management
3
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L1T509
PhD Marketing
3
MSc Accounting
YEAR(S)
MSc Economics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L1T109
DBA Doctor of Business Administration
MSc Environmental and Natural Resource Economics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L1T409
Durham DBA at Fudan
MSc Experimental Economics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L1T309
MSc Finance
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K109
MSc Finance (Accounting and Finance)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K209
MSc Finance (Corporate and International Finance)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K309
MSc Finance (Economics and Finance)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K709
MSc Finance (Finance and Investment)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K409
MSc Finance (International Banking and Finance)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K609
MSc Finance (International Money, Finance and Investment)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K509
MSc Islamic Finance
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K809
MSc Islamic Finance and Management
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N3K909
MA Management
30 mths
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N2K607
MSc Management
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N2P109
MSc Management (Entrepreneurship)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N2P309
MSc Management (Finance)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N2P209
MSc Management (Human Resource Management)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N2P409
MSc Management (International Business)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N2P609
MSc Management (Supply Chain Logistics)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N2P909
MSc Marketing
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/N5K609
MSc Public Economics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L1T209
YEAR(S)
4-6PT 4-6PT
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/ business/programmes
Executive DBA programme with EMLyon Business School in France coming soon.
“I really wanted to do my Master’s degree, as I felt it was time to further develop my learning and capabilities. I chose Durham because I could complete my Master’s in a year. I loved everything about the City, especially the cathedral. I also knew Durham University is a leading university for almost every subject, especially entrepreneurship. I’d always worked in corporate jobs, and now, my degree has made me realise I want to do something impactful. I am really grateful for the education at the Business School, which has shown me my passion for social entrepreneurship.” Aisha Parlindungan, Management (Entrepreneurship) MSc
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CHEMISTRY Chemistry is a vibrant, research-led department with an international reputation for its cutting-edge science. There are 42 Chemistry research groups at Durham with projects spanning organic, physical, inorganic, bioactive and computational chemistry, through to catalysis, nanoscience and materials. We have very close research links with many industrial partners and other universities in the UK and abroad, with leading scientists from around the world visiting and collaborating with us.
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• 1st in the UK for world-leading research impact (REF 2014). RANKING • 96% of our Chemistry students were satisfied overall with their course in the National Student Survey 2017 (sector-wide average 85%). • 3rd in The Complete University Guide 2018.
You will be taught by internationally renowned academics with a wide range of expertise. In undergraduate study, you will gain a coherent and integrated core of theoretical and practical knowledge, before progressing to more specialised material, according to your interests, in later years. Our degrees cover the latest developments in chemistry, giving you relevant and cutting-edge knowledge, supported by detailed scientific understanding. The success of our students is clear, with many of our graduates holding academic, industrial and commercial positions throughout the world.
INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH The Department of Chemistry has a long tradition of interdisciplinary research that covers a wide scientific spectrum – from the development of chemical tests for cancer through to the theory and computational study of molecular interactions. Dissertations and research projects are aligned with our research groupings, and you will study the design and synthesis of societally and technologically important substances – from functional surfaces as used in water-repellent smartphones to graphene.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BSc (Hons) Chemistry www.durham.ac.uk/course/F100
3
A*AA
38
F100
MChem (Hons) Chemistry www.durham.ac.uk/course/F105
4
A*AA
38
F105
MChem/Ind (Hons) Chemistry www.durham.ac.uk/course/F111
4
A*AA
38
F111
MChem/Int (Hons) Chemistry (with Overseas Project) www.durham.ac.uk/course/F102
4
A*AA
38
F102
There are more course options with this subject in: Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH DEGREES
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include: • Bioactive Chemistry and Synthesis • Catalysis and Sustainable Chemical Processes • Computational and Dynamics • Functional Molecules and Materials • Physical Organic and Assembly • Soft Matter and Interfaces.
YEAR(S)
MSc Chemistry
1
PhD Chemistry
3-4
“The quality of research was the main reason I chose Durham. The lectures are taught by world-leading academics who are experts in their field, and they often discuss the applications of the lecture course material to their own research. The research and latest developments from the academics is embedded and integrated into the lecture content, making them up to date and current. The highlights for me at Durham have been the undergraduate labs. The quality of teaching and the facilities available have significantly enhanced my lab skills.” Neshat Rozatian, Chemistry BSc (Hons)
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/chemistry/ postgraduate/research_degrees
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CLASSICS AND ANCIENT HISTORY The Department of Classics and Ancient History is one of the largest Classics departments in the UK and our staff are engaged in international-level research in core disciplines, such as the study of ancient literature and its reception, philosophy, history and epigraphy.
RANKING • Joint 2nd in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 4th in The Complete University Guide 2018. • 4th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
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Our academic staff work in a truly interdisciplinary way and specialise in a wide range of artistic, historical, literary, linguistic, cultural and philosophical aspects of the Graeco-Roman world. This wealth of expertise has allowed us to develop some major interdisciplinary research groupings along distinctive lines, including two areas in which we host research centres: the Centre for Classical Reception; and the Centre for the Study of the Ancient Mediterranean and the Near East.
LEARN ANCIENT LANGUAGES A central feature of our undergraduate programmes is the opportunity to study the Greek and Latin languages, either to embark on them as a beginner or to continue on from what you have already learnt.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Classics www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q801
3
AAA
37
Q801
BA (Hons) Classical Civilisation www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q820
3
AAA
37
Q820
BA (Hons) Ancient History www.durham.ac.uk/course/V110
3
AAA
37
V110
BA (Hons) Ancient History and Archaeology www.durham.ac.uk/course/VF14
3
AAB
36
VF14
BA (Hons) Ancient, Medieval and Modern History www.durham.ac.uk/course/V101
3
A*AA
38
V101
There are more course options with this subject in: Liberal Arts (page 50).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
Key research areas include: • Ancient History • Ancient Literature (both Greek and Latin) • Ancient Philosophy • Classical Reception • The Ancient Mediterranean and the Near East • Topography and Architecture.
FURTHER INFORMATION
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q8K707
MA Classics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q8K307
MA Greece, Rome and the Near East
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q8K807
RESEARCH DEGREES
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
YEAR(S)
MA Ancient Philosophy
YEAR(S)
MA by Thesis Classics and Ancient History
1
MLitt Classics and Ancient History
2
PhD Classics and Ancient History
3
“The highlight of my course is the balance between studying what I enjoy best and still being exposed and encouraged to engage with ideas and concepts I hadn’t previously thought about. The Department has research seminars, inviting academics from universities from near and far to speak, and offers modules from the specifics of ancient Roman Palmyra, to the breadth of the Classical Tradition. This all helps towards creating a much more rounded and diverse experience as a student, and I can say that my time here has been truly enriched through such measures.” Emily Smith, Classics MA
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/classics/ postgraduate/research
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COMBINED HONOURS IN SOCIAL SCIENCES Combined Honours is a flexible undergraduate programme designed for students to focus on a combination of social science and humanities subjects. You can take up to half your modules in Arts and Humanities along with your Social Science choices.
RANKING
• Durham University is in the top 3 for Geography, Archaeology, and Education, and in the top 10 for Anthropology, Business and Management Studies, Economics, Politics and Sociology (The Complete University Guide 2018). • In the top 40 globally for employer reputation (QS World University Rankings 2018).
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CONTACT t +44 (0)191 334 1016 e combined.honours@durham.ac.uk www.durham.ac.uk/chss
Combined Honours at Durham enables you to combine the study of Social Science subjects with the study of subjects in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities (subject to eligibility and timetable compatibility). Social Science subjects include:
Art and Humanities subjects include:
• • • • • • • • •
•
Anthropology Archaeology Business Economics Education Geography Politics and International Relations Sociology Sport.
• • • • • •
Classics and Ancient History English Literature History History of Art Music Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies
• • • • • • • •
Arabic Chinese French German Italian Japanese Russian Spanish.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE BA (Hons) Combined Honours in Social Sciences www.durham.ac.uk/course/LMVO
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER 3
A*AA
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE 38
LMV0
TEACHING You design your own programme of study, so depending on your choices, you will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical classes, fieldwork, excavation, informal but scheduled one-to-one support, and self-directed learning, such as research, reading and writing.
“The programme gave me a unique opportunity to explore issues that interest me. I am now pursuing them further in a postgraduate degree in education policy. It is my ambition to make a positive contribution to the processes of change in future years.” Joyce Uerpairojkit, Combined Honours BA (Hons)
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COMPUTER SCIENCE Durham University offers Computer Science courses that are exciting, challenging and technologically relevant, covering topics from the foundations of how computers work and how to efficiently manipulate data, up to the state of the art, such as systems for image analysis, object tracking and DNA analysis or the mathematical exploration of the limits of computing. RANKING
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• 96% of our Computer Science students were satisfied overall with their course in the National Student Survey 2017 (sector-wide average 85%). • 95% of our graduates leave with excellent career prospects (The Complete University Guide Graduate Prospect Score 2018). • 4th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
Durham’s Department of Computer Science has internationally recognised research groups in theoretical computer science, which explore the mathematical analysis of algorithms and the limits of computing. The Innovative Computing Group, for example, explores computer vision, robotics, bio-informatics and high-performance computing. All this research gives you a much sought-after, rigorous, analytical and applied approach, with the opportunity to study cutting-edge concepts taught by leading experts in the field. We strongly believe that you should be part of our research culture through research-led education.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Our research focus is within the general area of algorithms and complexity from computational complexity to (algorithmic) graph theory and mathematical logic. We have a strong presence in image processing, spanning biomedical imaging, to computer vision, with additional links to related activity spanning visualisation, distributed virtual environments and robotic sensing. High-performance computing research in this area goes beyond traditional service, such as application-specific number crunching, code analysis and tuning. Instead, it searches for innovative algorithms, algorithmic paradigms, patterns and methodologies to meet the next generation’s supercomputing challenges.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BSc (Hons) Computer Science www.durham.ac.uk/course/G400
3
A*AA
38
G400
MEng (Hons) Computer Science www.durham.ac.uk/course/G406
4
A*AA
38
G406
There are more course options with this subject in: Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREE MSc Internet Systems and E-Business RESEARCH DEGREES
“In some of the modules, teamwork is required. The experience of imitating a real-world software design process in a team has had a significant influence on me, which enables me to understand more about the difficulty of a system implementation in the real world. Moreover, I also learnt how to improve the efficiency in order to tackle an issue within the limited time, and how to cooperate with other people to achieve a good result. All of those will pave a way for my future career development.” Xinzhe Gu, Internet Systems and E-Business MSc
YEAR(S) 1 YEAR(S)
MSc Computer Science
1
PhD Computer Science
3
FURTHER INFORMATION www.durham.ac.uk/course/G5K109 FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/computer.science/ postgraduate/research
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DURHAM CENTRE FOR ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT The Durham Centre for Academic Development provides high-quality English language teaching expertise for students at all levels: pre-university entry, undergraduate and postgraduate. The Centre also plays a central role in enhancing the experience of both home and international students through language support and our dynamic Master’s degrees. For more information, see page 86 or go to www.durham.ac.uk/englishlanguage.centre
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POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 2236 e matesol.englishlanguagecentre@ durham.ac.uk www.durham.ac.uk/ englishlanguage.centre
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Bill Bryson Library
“Studying MA TESOL at Durham University has had a profound influence on my career after graduation. It not only equipped me with the most advanced classroom teaching methodology but also critical thinking skills. I have a constant drive to always seek and innovate for better ways for Chinese students to become improved and more driven language learners.” Diwei Chen, TESOL MA
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
MA Applied Linguistics for TESOL
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3K807
MA TESOL
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3K207
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/englishlanguage.centre
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Fieldtrip to Ravenscar, North Yorkshire
EARTH SCIENCES The Earth Sciences Department conducts internationally leading research across a wide range of Earth Science disciplines. Earth Science draws upon elements of physics, chemistry, mathematics, biology and physical geography. You will study the present state of the earth to develop an understanding of the geological past. RANKING
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 2198 e earthsci.ugadmissions@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 2198 e earthsci.pgadmissions@durham.ac.uk SOCIAL MEDIA @DurUniEarthSci DurUniEarthSci www.durham.ac.uk/earth.sciences
• Joint 7th in the UK for world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 98% of our Earth Sciences students said that the teaching on their course was intellectually stimulating in the National Student Survey 2017 (sector-wide average 86%). • 4th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. • 5th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
You will look at climate change, the formation of the oceans, mass extinctions, the nature of rocks and minerals, and the structure and chemistry of the earth. We are supported by major research centres, including the Durham Geochemistry Centre, the Centre for Research in Earth Energy Systems, the Durham Energy Institute, and the Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include: • Environmental Geosciences and Climate Change • Geochemistry, Geochronology, Volcanology and Petrology
• • • •
Geodynamics and Geophysics Geo-energy, Petroleum Geosciences, Hydrogeology and Carbon Capture and Storage Sedimentology, Stratigraphy and Basin Analysis Tectonics and Structural Geology.
A VIBRANT COMMUNITY The Department of Earth Sciences is part of two major Natural Environment Research Council funded postgraduate networks: the IAPETUS Doctoral Training Partnership; and the Oil and Gas Centre for Doctoral Training. We provide a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate training courses, including several field courses and a course in numerical modelling.
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Precipitation collection at Peak District National Park
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
MSci (Hons) Earth Sciences www.durham.ac.uk/course/F644
4
AAA
37
F644
BSc (Hons) Environmental Geoscience www.durham.ac.uk/course/F630
3
AAB
36
F630
BSc (Hons) Geology www.durham.ac.uk/course/F600
3
AAB
36
F600
BSc (Hons) Geophysics with Geology www.durham.ac.uk/course/F662
3
AAB
36
F662
BSc (Hons) Geoscience www.durham.ac.uk/course/F643
3
AAB
36
F643
There are more course options with this subject in: Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH DEGREES
“I chose Durham University because I wanted to join a great research group with well-equipped laboratories and world-class facilities. My department is one of the best in the UK, and my supervisors are renowned experts in my field of study. I made an informed decision to come to Durham based on its reputation, research scopes and the strategic location in the North East. My study experience has been absolutely fascinating; the amount of support and encouragement I get from my supervisors is impeccable. They nurture you to become a good scientist, encourage you to publish papers in reputable journals, and to share your research findings in both local and international conferences.” Munira Raji, Geological Sciences PhD
YEAR(S)
MSc Geological Sciences
1
MPhil Geological Sciences
2
PhD Geological Sciences
3
MSc Geology
1
MPhil Geology
2
PhD Geology
3
MSc Geophysics
1
MPhil Geophysics
2
PhD Geophysics
3
MSc Volcanology
1
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/earth.sciences/ postgraduate/research-programmes
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EDUCATION The School of Education is one of the leading departments of education in the UK. We are supported by a large number of partners from schools and colleges. We have strong international links, welcoming international students, postdoctoral fellows and visiting scholars from all over the world.
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 8332 e ed.ugstudents@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE PGCE: t +44 (0)191 334 8406 Postgraduate Taught: t +44 (0)191 334 8316/8374 e ed.pgtstudents@durham.ac.uk Postgraduate Research: t +44 (0)191 334 8409/8313 e ed.pgrstudents@durham.ac.uk SOCIAL MEDIA @DUSofE www.durham.ac.uk/education
• Joint 1st in the UK for world-leading research impact and 5th in the field of education nationally (REF 2014) • One of the leading departments for education in the UK, ranked number 1 in The Complete University Guide 2018, 2nd in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017 and 3rd in The Guardian University Guide 2018.
Our undergraduate course in Education Studies is a broad, multidisciplinary degree. To complement the Education modules, you study half of your degree in one of our eight partner subjects. Hence, this degree is suited to anyone interested in education, but also anyone interested in broadening their studies with our partner subjects. We are committed to research that engages with, and has an impact upon, practice and policy, as well as influencing the wider research community to develop educational practice, education policy and future educational research.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT We lead the way in high-quality research, teaching and professional education both nationally and internationally. Our Initial Teacher Education programmes, including our BA Primary Education and our PGCE Primary and Secondary programmes, have been officially accredited as outstanding by Ofsted for all aspects of our provision (last inspection date April 2013).
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POSTGRADUATE
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES BA (Hons) Education Studies – English Studies www.durham.ac.uk/course/X1Q3
TYPICAL TYPICAL IB UCAS A LEVEL DIPLOMA CODE YEAR(S) OFFER SCORE 3
AAB
36
X1Q3
TAUGHT DEGREES MA Education MSc Educational Assessment
BA (Hons) Education Studies – Geography www.durham.ac.uk/course/X1F8
3
AAB
36
X1F8
MA Education (International Summer Postgraduate Institute)
BA (Hons) Education Studies – History www.durham.ac.uk/course/X1V1
3
AAB
36
X1V1
MA Intercultural Communication and Education
BA (Hons) Education Studies – Music www.durham.ac.uk/course/X1W3
3
AAB
36
X1W3
BA (Hons) Education Studies – Philosophy www.durham.ac.uk/course/XV35
3
AAB
36
XV35
BA (Hons) Education Studies – Psychology www.durham.ac.uk/course/X1C8
3
AAB
36
X1C8
BA (Hons) Education Studies – Sociology www.durham.ac.uk/course/XL33
3
AAB
36
XL33
BA (Hons) Education Studies – Theology and Religion www.durham.ac.uk/course/X1V6
3
AAB
36
X1V6
BA (Hons) Primary Education www.durham.ac.uk/course/X101
3
ABB
34
X101
MA Intercultural Communication and Education (International Summer Postgraduate Institute)
YEAR(S) FURTHER INFORMATION 1 www.durham.ac.uk/course/X9K907 1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X9K009
36 mths www.durham.ac.uk/course/X9KE07 PT
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X3K807
36 mths www.durham.ac.uk/course/X3K807 PT
MA Research Methods (Education)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X1K107
PGCE Education (Primary)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X6K114
PCert Practice of Education
1 PT
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X9KC14
PGCE Secondary – Biology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – Chemistry
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – English
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – French
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – Geography
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – German
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – History
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – Mathematics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
PGCE Secondary – Physical Education
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
Our teaching is research-informed. The various research areas address a wide range of education-related topics covering early years, through school key stages, college and higher education. Areas of research expertise include:
PGCE Secondary - Physics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
PGCE Secondary – Spanish
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/X7K214
• • • • • • •
RESEARCH DEGREES
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (page 28) and Natural Sciences (page 58).
Assessment, Evaluation and Effectiveness in Education Curriculum and Pedagogy Educational Psychology Evidence in Education Intercultural Communication and Education Methods and Critical Approaches Teaching and Learning in Higher Education.
YEAR(S)
EdD Doctor of Education
3
EdD Doctor of Education (International Summer Postgraduate Institute)
6PT
PhD Doctor of Philosophy
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/ education/postgraduate/ research
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ENGINEERING The Department of Engineering offers courses that are challenging and technologically relevant. You will be taught by expert staff, who are all actively engaged in research at the frontiers of modern engineering analysis, design and practice.
RANKING • Joint 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 4th in The Guardian University Guide 2018. • 5th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 2468 e engineering.admissions@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 1700 e eng.pgadmissions@durham.ac.uk www.durham.ac.uk/engineering
In the Department of Engineering, you will have access to extensive and diverse facilities to support your learning. For example, airflow sensors, made using cutting-edge microfabrication techniques in the Class 1000 Cleanroom, have been tested and characterised in the Department’s wind tunnel facilities. We have strong links with industrial partners; recent graduates have become highly successful engineers, entrepreneurs, and have gained prestigious positions in banking and finance.
ACCREDITATION Our undergraduate Engineering degrees are accredited by the relevant engineering institutions (for example, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IME), the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), the Institution of Structural Engineers (ISE), the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) and the Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)). The MSc in New and Renewable Energy is accredited by the IET and the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BEng (Hons) General Engineering 3 A*AA 38 H103 www.durham.ac.uk/course/H103 (Civil Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Electronic Engineering; Mechanical Engineering) MEng (Hons) General Engineering 4 A*AA 38 H100 www.durham.ac.uk/course/H100 (Aeronautics; Civil Engineering; Electrical Engineering; Electronic Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; New and Renewable Energy)
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
The Department’s research covers a wide range of topics, which are divided into three challenge areas: • • •
Future Energy Systems Next Generation Materials and Microsystems Sustainable Infrastructure.
FURTHER INFORMATION
MSc Advanced Mechanical Engineering
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/H1KA09
MSc Civil Engineering
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/H1KB09
MSc Electronic and Electrical Engineering
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/H1K909
MSc New and Renewable Energy
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/H1K609
RESEARCH DEGREES
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
YEAR(S)
YEAR(S)
MSc Engineering
1
PhD Engineering
3
“The lectures are of very high quality, and given by experts in each subject. I have been able to use new software and solve real-life problems in the field of renewable energy generation and integration, as well as developing projects in the same way an engineer would. As part of my research and development project, I have visited the National Renewable Energy Centre, a place to see all the theory I have learnt being put into practice and a great way to build a bridge between a student and a worldwide leader in the renewable energy business.” Sebastian Sanchez Perez-Moreno, New and Renewable Energy MSc
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our postgraduate degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/engineering/ postgraduate
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ENGLISH STUDIES The Department of English Studies provides a studious, dynamic and supportive environment and offers the most up-to-date training in methods and skills. Students in English Studies can choose specialised topics across the whole range of the subject area – from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present day. Our academic staff produce research of the highest international calibre.
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• Ranked 3rd in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research and joint 1st for research environment (REF 2014). • The Department is consistently rated as one of the top UK English departments in university league tables, coming 1st in the Complete University Guide 2018. • Joint 1st in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
The Department’s work ethos is that teaching and research should complement one another at all levels of academic enquiry. We strive to connect with both the local community and a global network of students, scholars, artists and professionals. English is a very popular and highly regarded subject, and the linguistic, critical and analytical skills that it teaches are highly transferable.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT You will have the opportunity to study Englishlanguage literature in a variety of non-British contexts, including Ireland, Canada, Australia and the USA; and/or to study some of the
languages used in Medieval England, such as Old Norse, Old French and Old English.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include: • • • • • • •
Eighteenth-Century Literature Literary and Critical Theory Medieval Literature Modern Literature Renaissance and SeventeenthCentury Literature Romantic Literature Victorian Literature.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) English Literature www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q300
3
A*AA
38
Q300
BA (Hons) English Literature and History www.durham.ac.uk/course/QV21
3
A*AA
38
QV21
BA (Hons) English Literature and Philosophy www.durham.ac.uk/course/QV35
3
A*AA
38
QV35
There are more course options with this subject in: Education (page 36) and Liberal Arts (page 50).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
“The best part of my PhD programme has been the research opportunities available; good supervision, a range of useful academic resources, opportunities and funding to attend and present at conferences, and the collaborative learning environment provided by the departmental lectures and seminars. The opportunity to teach undergraduates as part of my PhD research and training has also been a valuable experience, given my future plans to resume my academic career. I believe it is absolutely essential for a PhD degree to push you beyond your comfort zone and elevate you to the next level where you begin to experience life differently, and I am pleased to say that Durham has helped me get there.” Ayesha Siddiqa, English Literature PhD
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
MA Creative Writing
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3KC07
MA English Literary Studies
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3K107
MA Medieval and Renaissance Literary Studies
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3K407
MA Romantic and Victorian Literary Studies
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3K507
MA Studies in Poetry
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3K707
MA Twentieth and Twenty-First Century Literary Studies
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/Q3KD07
RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MA English Literature
1
MLitt English Literature
2
PhD English Literature
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/english.studies/ postgrad/research
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GEOGRAPHY Climate change, environmental governance, landslides, natural hazards, geopolitical conflict and territorial dispute, migration, sea-level rise, energy poverty, flooding, debt, austerity, urbanisation: these are just a few of the significant challenges that are confronting us today, and few departments are better placed than Durham Geography to study them. RANKING
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• Ranked 1st in the UK for research intensity (REF 2014). • 2nd in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. • 3rd in The Complete University Guide 2018 and in The Guardian University Guide 2018.
Our Department of Geography is one of the leading centres of geographical scholarship in the world. Drawing on a breadth of internationally recognised expertise, we deliver degree programmes that enable you to study human activity and the physical environment as well as the interactions between them. We teach and research across the discipline – from Antarctica to Bangladesh, from spatial theory to flood modelling, and from GIS to urbanisation and sustainable development. We endeavour to enthuse and stimulate you from the seminar room to the fieldsite, stretching you to realise your intellectual potential.
Our aim is to sustain a world-class research, teaching and learning environment with high-quality laboratories and IT facilities in a supportive and collegiate atmosphere. As a result of this, our graduates are eminently employable.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT We provide you with a high-quality research environment, and first-class facilities supported by dedicated technical staff. We have computing facilities for modelling and remote sensing; an extensive suite of equipment for field research; and cutting-edge laboratories for water and sediment analysis, geotechnical studies, geomorphology and palaeoenvironmental reconstruction.
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UNDERGRADUATE
DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Geography www.durham.ac.uk/course/L702
3
A*AA
38
L702
BSc (Hons) Geography www.durham.ac.uk/course/F800
3
AAA
37
F800
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (pages 28), Education (page 36) and Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
Key research areas include: • Cities and Space • Climate Change • Economy and Culture • Geographies of Identity • Geographies of the Body and Corporeality • Interactions and Feedbacks between Geomorphology, Hydrology, Vegetation, and Water Chemistry in Hillslope and River Systems • Migration, Asylum and Citizenship • Past and Future Sea-level Rise • Physical and Human Dimensions of Hazards • Politics, Power and Space • The Dynamic Response of Ice Sheets to External and Internal Forces.
FURTHER INFORMATION
MA Geography (Research Methods)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L8K507
MA Risk
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L7K407
MSc Risk
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L7K409
RESEARCH DEGREES
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
YEAR(S)
YEAR(S)
MA Human Geography
1
MSc Physical Geography
1
PhD Geography
3
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/geography/ postgraduate/research-programmes
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“What I love about studying geography at Durham is the opportunities you have. Whether that is being taught by world-leading academics who are some of the most influential people in the subject, or the fieldtrips to fascinating areas of the world. This year I was lucky enough to go to the Arctic to learn about the changing environment and the associated governance issues – it was easily my favourite fieldtrip from my past three years in Durham.” Sarah Jordan, Geography BA (Hons)
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GOVERNMENT & INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Durham’s School of Government and International Affairs (SGIA) combines a long tradition of expertise in a wide range of fields in politics, political theory, political economy, and international relations with a depth of specialisms in regional expertise – Europe, East Asia, the Middle East and the wider Muslim world.
RANKING • Joint 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 6th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
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The School provides an exceptional environment for learning, training and research. Our expert staff will help you to develop a thorough knowledge of the structure and functions of the modern state, the history of ideas about the nature and purpose of politics and the development of particular regions and their political systems.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT Our graduates have gone on to have great success in the political arena – with alumni job titles including Chief Operating Officer for the GB Equality and Human Rights Commission, Head of Defence Inquests and Disclosure in
the Ministry of Defence, and Political Officer in the British Embassy Mogadishu, while others hold senior academic and government positions around the world.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include: • Comparative Politics • International Politics and Security • Political Economy • Political Theory.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Politics www.durham.ac.uk/course/L200
3
AAA
37
L200
BA (Hons) Politics with Year Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/L202
4
AAA
37
L202
BA (Hons) International Relations www.durham.ac.uk/course/L250
3
AAA
37
L250
BA (Hons) Economics and Politics www.durham.ac.uk/course/LL12
3
A*AA
38
LL12
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Politics www.durham.ac.uk/course/LV25
3
AAA
37
LV25
BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) www.durham.ac.uk/course/VL52
3
A*AA
38
VL52
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (page 26).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
“The best aspect of the MSc Global Politics course was that both the core modules and the choice of optional modules were incredibly diverse in terms of scope and content. In the core modules, while being able to specialise in the areas of global governance that I was passionate about, I was also able to learn a huge amount on a variety of topics concerning the political philosophy and political science of global affairs. I also loved the fact that I could tailor my degree to exactly what I wanted to do. The flexibility of the course has been a great step in my pursuit of a career in research.” Isabel Airas, Global Politics MSc
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
MSc Arab World Studies
2
www.durham.ac.uk/course/T6K109
MSc Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L2K909
MSc Defence, Development and Diplomacy
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L2K609
MSc Global Politics
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L2T109
MA International Relations
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L2T207
MA Politics and International Relations (Political Theory)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L2K407
MA Research Methods (Politics, International Relations, Security)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L2KA07
RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MA Middle Eastern Studies
1
MA Politics
1
MLitt Middle Eastern Studies
2
MPhil Politics
2
PhD Government and International Affairs
3
PhD Middle Eastern Studies
3
PhD Politics
3
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/sgia/ pg.research
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HISTORY The Department of History provides expertise in studies covering periods from the Middle Ages to the present and many different parts of the world: Chinese, Japanese, African and US history are all taught at Durham University, alongside British and other European history.
RANKING • 2nd in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. • 2nd in The Complete University Guide 2018. • 4th in The Guardian University Guide 2018.
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Our degree courses reflect the rich variety of modern historical writing, including cultural, media and gender history as well as political, religious, social and economic history. You will benefit from working with staff with areas of expertise including medieval, early modern and modern history, African history and modern European history. Postgraduates also benefit from opportunities for interdisciplinary research conversations through research institutes and centres, such as the Institute for Medieval and Early Modern Studies, the Centre for Nineteenth Century Studies and the Centre for Visual Arts and Cultures.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS We have an impressive range of research expertise: geographically, our research ranges from America to China and from South Africa to Scandinavia; chronologically, from the fourth century AD through to contemporary history; and thematically, across social, cultural, intellectual, gender, media, political and economic history.
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UNDERGRADUATE
DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) History www.durham.ac.uk/course/V100
3
A*AA
38
V100
BA (Hons) Ancient, Medieval and Modern History www.durham.ac.uk/course/V101
3
A*AA
38
V101
BA (Hons) English Literature and History www.durham.ac.uk/course/QV21
3
A*AA
38
QV21
BA (Hons) Modern European Languages and History with Year Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/RV92
4
AAA
37
RV92
There are more course options with this subject in: Education (page 36) and Liberal Arts (page 50).
POSTGRADUATE
TAUGHT DEGREES
I found staff to be attentive and helpful, and I consider it a privilege to have been able to work with academics who are experts and leaders in their fields of research.” Luke Elton, History graduate
FURTHER INFORMATION
MA History
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V1KC07
MA Social and Economic History (Research Methods)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V1KB07
RESEARCH DEGREES
“I have enjoyed studying societies from all round the world and across human history, engaging with areas of history that I had never before had the opportunity to look at.
YEAR(S)
YEAR(S)
MA History
1
PhD History
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham. ac.uk/history/postgraduate/research
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LAW Durham Law School is one of the UK’s most distinguished law schools. We are a leading centre of legal research in the UK, with an equally strong commitment to excellence in teaching and in learning.
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• Ranked 3rd for Grade Point Average in the UK (REF 2014). • 4th in The Guardian University Guide 2018.
Alongside your studies, you will have the opportunity to engage in a growing number of extracurricular activities led by law students – including mooting and working on a range of pro bono activities – and you will benefit from our close relationships with a range of leading employers.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT We have modern, purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities. Featuring a moot court, the Harvard-style Hogan Lovells lecture theatre, spacious dedicated work suites with superb views of Durham Cathedral, attractive social areas, and modern wireless and audio-video enabled research spaces, this is one of the most striking and best-equipped law buildings in the UK.
KEY RESEARCH GROUPS • • • • • • • • •
Centre for Criminal Law and Criminal Justice Centre for Ethics and Law in the Life Sciences Centre for Gender and Law at Durham Centre for Gender Equal Media Durham European Law Institute Human Rights Centre Institute for Commercial and Corporate Law Islam, Law and Modernity Law and Global Justice at Durham.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE LLB (Hons) Law www.durham.ac.uk/course/M101
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER 3
A*AA
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE 38
M101
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
“What encouraged me to study the LLM at Durham Law School was an opportunity to be taught by world-leading researchers who are experts in their field. The modules offered on the course are of excellent quality and the staff both knowledgeable and approachable. Studying in Durham is like living a dream: learning something new every day, while being surrounded by friends from different countries.” Ekaterina Vankova, International Trade and Commercial Law LLM
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
LLM Corporate Law
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/M1KB16
LLM European Trade and Commercial Law
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/M1K616
LLM International Law and Governance
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/M1K916
LLM International Trade and Commercial Law
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/M1K316
LLM Master of Laws
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/M1K116
RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MJur Law
1
PhD Law
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/law/ postgraduate/pgdegrees
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LIBERAL ARTS Liberal Arts is a flexible, multidisciplinary undergraduate degree programme for students who want to specialise in two or more principal subjects. If you are interested in several subjects, and in making creative connections between your subjects, Liberal Arts offers you the opportunity to construct a distinctive programme of study shaped by your particular interests and aspirations. RANKING
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• Durham is in the top 3 for 15 subjects and in the top 10 for all subjects that can be studied in the Liberal Arts programme, in The Complete University Guide 2018. • In the top 30 universities worldwide for the Arts and Humanities, in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018. • In the top 50 universities worldwide for employer reputation, in the QS World University Rankings 2018.
Complementing the University’s Single and Joint Honours programmes, the Liberal Arts programme enables you to work in some of the UK’s most highly-rated schools and departments in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.
DESIGN YOUR OWN DEGREE
As a Liberal Arts student at Durham you can specialise in particular subjects to a much greater extent than is often possible in programmes of this kind at other universities.
The current subjects available in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities are:
In the Liberal Arts programme, you can take modules in almost any subjects in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, depending on eligibility and timetable compatibility.
• • • • • • •
Classics and Ancient History English Literature History History of Art Music Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies
• • • • • • • •
Arabic Chinese French German Italian Japanese Russian Spanish.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES BA (Hons) Liberal Arts www.durham.ac.uk/course/LA01
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER 3
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
A*AA
38
LA01
Students initially enrol on the three-year programme, but many later transfer to our four-year programme, Liberal Arts (with Year Abroad), so that they can spend their third year studying or working abroad.
These can be combined with the following study of Social Science subjects: • • • • • • • • •
Anthropology Archaeology Business Economics Education Geography Politics and International Relations Sociology Sport.
“Liberal Arts gives you the freedom and the flexibility to create a degree which truly reflects your interests. Studying a range of modules in and beyond the subjects in which I have specialised, I have gained new perspectives and been challenged to think beyond conventional boundaries. The course has contributed hugely to how much I have enjoyed my time at Durham, and has given me a solid foundation for my future career and life after university.” Natalia Zaidi, Liberal Arts graduate
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MATHEMATICS The Department of Mathematical Sciences offers a distinct blend of high-quality teaching and research along with excellent facilities and a stimulating environment for your studies. Whichever degree you choose, you will benefit from researchled education by experts in a wide variety of fields across pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics and probability. RANKING
• Ranked joint 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 4th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. • 5th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
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The Department of Mathematical Sciences is one of the leading research units in the country, with interests in a wide range of areas in pure mathematics, applied mathematics and theoretical physics, as well as statistics and probability.
“I found the course at Durham provides the essential foundations needed to do a Maths degree, and then the course gives you enough freedom to allow you to go down whichever mathematical branch you wish to. The fact that the Mathematics department had a strong mathematical physics background really appealed to me. To know that my lecturers were working on current, relevant and exciting projects, made Durham even more appealing.” Henna Bains, Mathematics BSc (Hons)
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BSc (Hons) Mathematics www.durham.ac.uk/course/G100
3
A*A*A–A*AA
38
G100
MMath (Hons) Mathematics www.durham.ac.uk/course/G103
4
A*A*A–A*AA
38
G103
There are more course options with this subject in: Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
MSc Mathematical Sciences
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/G1K509
MSc Particles, Strings and Cosmology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/F3K209
RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MSc Mathematical Sciences
1
PhD Mathematical Sciences
3.5
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/mathematical. sciences/postgrads/degrees
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
Numerical Analysis Group
Statistics and Probability Group
Theoretical Particle Physics The Centre for Particle Theory is a joint venture between the Department of Mathematical Sciences and the Department of Physics, and has an international reputation for its research into particle physics.
Research areas include: • Dynamical Systems • Fluid Mechanics • Mathematical Biology • MHD • Numerical Modelling and Analysis • Partial Differential Equations.
Research areas include: • Bayesian Statistics and Applied Probability • Complex Stochastic Systems • Development of Large-scale Applications for the Sciences and Industry • Foundational and Methodological Statistics.
Research areas include: • Cosmology • Quantum Field Theory • Solitons in Field Theory • String Theory and Gravity.
Pure Mathematics Research areas include: • Algebra and Number Theory • Geometry • Topology.
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MODERN LANGUAGES AND CULTURES The School of Modern Languages and Cultures carries out research into literature, culture and language as well as film and visual studies that is extensive in historical scope and geographically wide ranging. Expertise includes Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hispanic, Italian, Japanese, and Russian Studies.
• 2nd in The Complete University Guide 2018. RANKING • Joint 3rd for graduate salaries five years after graduating (government Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) data. • In the top 5 for all languages in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
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DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
For undergraduate courses, you will participate in a year abroad, which will give your language capabilities a crucial boost, as well as providing you with valuable experience of working or studying in different countries.
Key research areas include: • Critical Theory • Digital Studies • Film Studies • Gender and Sexuality • Literary and Cultural History • Medieval and Early Modern Studies • Performance Studies • Postcolonialism • Science and the Humanities • Visual Arts and Culture.
You can specialise in one or two languages and the cultural worlds associated with them – choose from Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hispanic Studies, Italian, Japanese and Russian, developing high-level skills and in-depth intercultural awareness.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Modern European Languages and History with Year Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/RV92
4
AAA
37
RV92
BA (Hons) Modern Languages and Cultures with Year Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/ROO2
4
AAA
37
R002
BA (Hons) Chinese Studies with Year Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/T102
4
AAB
36
T102
BA (Hons) Japanese Studies with Year Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/T202
4
AAB
36
T202
BA(Hons) Visual Arts and Film* www.durham.ac.uk/courses
3
tbc
tbc
tbc
BA (Hons) Economics with French www.durham.ac.uk/course/L1R1
4
A*AA
38
L1R1
There are more course options with this subject in: Liberal Arts (page 50). * Subject to confirmation
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
“Staff at Durham are truly committed to training, mentoring and collaborating with students. The benefits I gained from them was not just about writing high-quality papers, but about shaping both my research and teaching abilities, and pushing me to become a better academic. I had access to excellent experts in different fields who were more than happy to explore my ideas, discuss their research, and guide me throughout my own research. As I look around the campus of where I now work in the USA, I feel certain that Durham University helped my ability to compete for top jobs in the international academic market.” Dr Adrián Gras-Velázquez, PhD graduate; Visiting Lecturer in Spanish, Smith College USA
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
MA Languages, Literatures, Cultures
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/R9T207
MA Translation Studies
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/R9K107
MA Visual Culture
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/R9T307
RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MA by Research
1
PhD Modern Languages and Cultures
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/mlac/ postgraduate/research
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MUSIC The Department of Music’s programmes are well balanced, covering everything from the music of the great composers to contemporary music and Indian ragas, studied from the perspectives of history, theory, aesthetics and ethnography as well as through composition and performance.
RANKING • Joint 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 1st in the Complete University Guide 2018. • 1st in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
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DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
There’s an amazing variety of music-making going on at Durham, with at least 80 varying ensembles to choose from: six orchestras, an unrivalled range of choral singing opportunities and theatrical productions, contemporary music ensembles, gamelan, jazz bands, rock bands, and much more. There is also the chance for solo performance through our lunchtime concert series and numerous masterclasses.
We are internationally recognised for our expertise in a range of distinctive yet complementary research areas. These include:
The Department’s research staff offer a broad spectrum of supervisory expertise in musicology, music analysis, ethnomusicology, music psychology, performance, and acoustic and electroacoustic composition. We offer you high levels of individual attention and personal support, and provide a student experience of exceptionally high quality.
Composition • Acoustic Composition • Composition and Artificial Intelligence • History and Practice of Electronic Music. Ethnomusicology • Hindustani Classical Music • Korean Music • Music and Ritual • Performance Analysis.
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Department of Music and Durham Cathedral,
UNDERGRADUATE
Palace Green
DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Music www.durham.ac.uk/course/W300
3
AAB
36
W300
BA (Hons) Music and Philosophy www.durham.ac.uk/course/WV53
3
AAB
36
WV53
There are more course options with this subject in: Education (page 36) and Liberal Arts (page 50).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES MA Music RESEARCH DEGREES
Musicology • Nineteenth- and Twentieth-Century Music • Music Theology. Music Psychology • Empirical Musicology • Music and Science. Performance • Contemporary Performance Practice • Eighteenth- and Nineteenth-Century Keyboard Practice • Renaissance Lutenism. Theory and Analysis • Formenlehre • Symphony and Concerto in the Nineteenth-Century • Theories of Tonality.
YEAR(S) 1 YEAR(S)
MA Research by Thesis
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MMus Research by Composition
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PhD Research by Composition
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PhD Research by Thesis
3
“I have a passion for music analysis. This research field has not only equipped me with an enquiring mind and the ability to think outside the box, but has also helped greatly with my performance studies: I have found that analysing the formal structure and harmonic make-up of a piece leads to a more meaningful understanding and thus, a more informed and coherent performance.” Laura Erel, Music graduate, Organ Scholar
FURTHER INFORMATION www.durham.ac.uk/course/W3K707 FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/music/ postgraduate/research
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NATURAL SCIENCES Natural Sciences is a long-standing, challenging and rewarding undergraduate degree for science students who wish to read more than one subject at degree level. The key characteristics of this degree that benefit students are choice, flexibility and depth.
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• Durham is in the top 60 of the QS World University Rankings 2018 and global top 40 for employer reputation. • 77% of the subject departments contributing to Natural Sciences are ranked in the UK’s top 10 in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017.
Natural Sciences offers the option of 24 BSc and 5 MSci Joint Honours degrees (see table on page 59) provided by 12 departments and the opportunity of designing your own BSc or MSci programme major in at least one science, with the wide choice of subjects being supplemented by a range of Social Science subjects. Not all subjects are taught in Year 4 of the MSci (see * on table). Many pathways are accredited, so that by graduation you will have interdisciplinary training regardless of your route of study. Our ethos is research-led, with a range of modules being taught by leaders in their field.
“I originally chose Durham because the Natural Sciences course offered so much flexibility. I’ve really enjoyed my time at Durham, and a large part of that was due to the freedom of the Natural Sciences course, which let me shape my studies to my interests, and so take the modules I enjoyed. I think this really helped me to succeed, and definitely played a part in allowing me to take advantage of other opportunities at Durham, including the trip to Dalian, China, with the Faculty of Science – a brilliant trip.” Charlotte Sherwood, Natural Sciences graduate
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UNDERGRADUATE TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
DEGREES
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BSc (Hons) Natural Sciences www.durham.ac.uk/course/CFGO
3
A*AA
38
CFGO
MSci (Hons) Natural Sciences www.durham.ac.uk/course/FGC0
4
A*AA
38
FGCO
(MSci in Biology and Chemistry, MSci in Biology and Physics, MSci in Chemistry and Mathematics, MSci in Chemistry and Physics, MSci in Mathematics and Physics – all available within the Natural Sciences programme).
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PHILOSOPHY Philosophy studies profound and important questions that arise in all areas of human life. We offer a distinctive, research-led curriculum, taught by internationally renowned experts in the field, incorporating variety and choice.
RANKING • 6th in The Guardian University Guide 2018. • 6th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
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DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
We are one of the UK’s top philosophy departments. The exceptionally high-quality education you receive here will equip you with critical abilities that can be put to use in all sorts of ways and which are prized by employers.
Key research areas include: • Aesthetics • Environmental Philosophy • Feminism • History and Philosophy of Science and Medicine • History of Philosophy • Metaphysics • Moral Philosophy • Phenomenology and Continental Philosophy • Philosophical Logic and the Philosophy of Language • Philosophy of Mind and Action • Philosophy of Perception.
The Department of Philosophy has a large and thriving postgraduate community. We have expertise in an exceptionally broad range of areas, including metaphysics, aesthetics, ethics, feminism, phenomenology, and the history and philosophy of science and medicine.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Philosophy www.durham.ac.uk/course/V500
3
AAA
37
V500
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Politics www.durham.ac.uk/course/LV25
3
AAA
37
LV25
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Psychology www.durham.ac.uk/course/CV85
3
AAA
37
CV85
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Theology www.durham.ac.uk/course/VV56
3
AAA
37
VV56
BA (Hons) English Literature and Philosophy www.durham.ac.uk/course/QV35
3
A*AA
38
QV35
BA (Hons) Music and Philosophy www.durham.ac.uk/course/WV53
3
AAB
36
WV53
BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) www.durham.ac.uk/course/VL52
3
A*AA
38
VL52
There are more course options with this subject in: Education (page 36), Liberal Arts (page 50) and Natural Sciences (page 58). POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
GDip Philosophy
9 mths
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V5K022
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V7K107
MA Philosophy
“I undertook my MA at Durham University and met both members of staff who would become my PhD supervisors. My research put together two areas that have traditionally been quite far apart – each of my supervisors specialised in one of these areas, and both were willing to entertain this proposal. I enjoy the high degree of engagement with other disciplines – I was encouraged to draw on linguistics, neuroscience, anthropology and many other subjects. I have been afforded a very high degree of freedom to pursue specialised research and develop unique interests. This culminated in my spending several months at an economics institute in the US, investigating possible applications of my research in the philosophy of language and mind to behavioural economics.” Alexander Malt, Philosophy PhD
RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MA Philosophy by Research
1
PhD Philosophy
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/philosophy/ postgrad/research
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PHYSICS At Durham University, you can learn about the Big Bang, black holes, dark matter, dark energy, the Higgs boson, Large Hadron Collider (LHC) physics, high-temperature superconductors, lasers, atom-light interactions, coldatom Bose-Einstein condensates, biophysics, optoelectronics, quantum materials, soft matter and much more, from leading researchers in the field. RANKING
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 3726 e physics.admissions@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 3745 e physics.pg-admissions@durham.ac.uk www.durham.ac.uk/physics
• Joint 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research impact (REF 2014). • 4th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. • 4th in The Complete University Guide 2018.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT
CENTRE FOR DOCTORAL TRAINING
The Department of Physics is one of the leading physics and astronomy departments in the UK. Our research ranges from fundamental topics such as elementary particle physics and cosmology to applied areas such as material physics and biophysics.
Our new Centre for Doctoral Training in Data Intensive Science opened at Durham University in 2017 and is supported by the Science and Technology Facilities Council under the UK government’s Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund. The Centre comprises the Institute for Computational Cosmology, the Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology, the Centre for Extragalactic Astronomy, and the Centre for Advanced Instrumentation, and is supported by industrial partners.
We provide excellent facilities for undergraduate laboratories and research-led projects, including four modern computer-controlled telescopes. The Department incorporates the Ogden Centre for Fundamental Physics, home to the Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology and to the Institute for Computational Cosmology. The Ogden Centre is also the base for our innovative outreach programme for schoolchildren and their teachers.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BSc (Hons) Physics www.durham.ac.uk/course/F300
3
A*A*A
38
F300
MPhys (Hons) Physics www.durham.ac.uk/course/F301
4
A*A*A
38
F301
MPhys (Hons) Physics and Astronomy www.durham.ac.uk/course/FF3N
4
A*A*A
38
FF3N
MPhys (Hons) Theoretical Physics www.durham.ac.uk/course/F344
4
A*A*A
38
F344
There are more course options with this subject in: Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE Ogden Centre
TAUGHT DEGREE MSc Particles, Strings and Cosmology RESEARCH DEGREES
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Advanced Instrumentation Astronomy and Astrophysics Atomic and Molecular Physics Condensed Matter Physics Elementary Particle Theory Fusion Diagnostics, and Biophysics, conducted in Collaboration with Culham Centre for Fusion Energy Near-infrared and Gamma Ray Astronomical Instrumentation Optical Microscopy Remote Sensing.
1 YEAR(S)
MSc Physics
1
PhD Physics
3.5
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Key research areas include:
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“The teaching in the Physics department is excellent. The third and fourth year courses in particular are highly research-led and for these courses you are taught by real experts in their field, who are constantly innovating and publishing in the area that they are teaching in. This, of course, presents a number of benefits, in that lecturers are always interested in, and highly knowledgeable about, what they are talking about.” Josh Borrow, Physics and Astronomy MPhys (Hons)
FURTHER INFORMATION www.durham.ac.uk/course/F3K209 FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our postgraduate degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/physics/ postgraduate
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PSYCHOLOGY The Department of Psychology provides a world-class teaching and research environment for students in biological, cognitive, social, developmental psychology and neuroscience. Our research facilities support activity in these domains of psychology.
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• 83% of research in the Department of Psychology was assessed as internationally excellent quality or world-leading (REF 2014). • 5th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018. • 6th in the Complete University Guide 2018.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHTS
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
In a Psychology degree at Durham, you examine all aspects of behaviour, by investigating the processes underpinning the thoughts, feelings and motivations behind our actions.
Key research areas include: • Developmental Science • Learning, Memory and Cognition • Perception, Action and Awareness • Social, Evolutionary and Affective Psychology.
At Durham, we are particularly well equipped with opportunities for training in eye-movement recording, motion capture and psychophysics. Specialist facilities include transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroencephalography (EEG), functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and an animal laboratory.
CENTRE FOR DOCTORAL TRAINING We have great opportunities for PhD funding through the North East and Northern Ireland Doctoral Training Partnership, sponsored by the UK government Economic and Social Research Council. There are also many University-wide funding schemes for international students.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BSc (Hons) Psychology www.durham.ac.uk/course/C800
3
AAA
37
C800
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Psychology www.durham.ac.uk/course/CV85
3
AAA
37
CV85
There are more course options with this subject in: Education (page 36) and Natural Sciences (page 58).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
Megan Elley, Psychology student
FURTHER INFORMATION
MSc Cognitive Neuroscience
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/C8K109
MSc Developmental Psychopathology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/C8K009
MA Research Methods (Developmental Psychology)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/C8K107
RESEARCH DEGREES
“I was given the opportunity to work as a research assistant over summer alongside Dr Nardini, which has been a huge highlight for me, as I have been able to work amongst academics who are influential within the developmental field, learn several new skills and be involved in several projects, all at different stages.”
YEAR(S)
YEAR(S)
MSc Psychology by Research
1
PhD Psychology
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/psychology/ pgstudy/researchprogramme
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SOCIOLOGY The Department of Sociology is an interdisciplinary department with over 50 years’ experience in teaching and research in sociology and social policy, expanding over time to provide a focus for collaboration across the related academic disciplines of criminology, social work, and community development.
RANKING • In the top 40 globally for employer reputation (QS World University Rankings 2018). • 2nd in The Complete University Guide 2018.
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UNDERGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 6827 e soccrim.admissions@durham.ac.uk POSTGRADUATE t +44 (0)191 334 1505 e sociology.pgadmissions@durham.ac.uk SOCIAL MEDIA @DurhamSASS www.durham.ac.uk/sociology
We are a leading international centre of excellence in interdisciplinary applied social research that shapes and informs social policy and practice, enhances individual, community and social wellbeing, promotes social inclusion, and forms the foundations of research-led education.
ACCREDITATION At postgraduate level, we deliver a professional award, which carries external professional accreditation. The Master of Social Work (MSW) is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Individuals who complete this award are eligible to apply for registration to the HCPC for the title of ‘Social Worker’ – a protected title in the UK.
KEY RESEARCH AREAS Research interests of the Department are anchored around five research themes: • • • • •
Communities and Social Justice Health Higher Education and Social Inequality Transgressive Leisure Violence and Abuse.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Criminology www.durham.ac.uk/course/L370
3
AAB
36
L370
BA (Hons) Sociology www.durham.ac.uk/course/L300
3
AAB
36
L300
BA (Hons) Anthropology and Sociology www.durham.ac.uk/course/LL36
3
AAB
36
LL36
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (page 28) and Education (page 36).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
“Criminology asks some fascinating questions, challenging us all to think about the society we live in, in a profound way. The teaching at Durham is excellent; it is informative, dynamic and engaging. Criminology is not a passive degree, with lecturers often sparking debate in classes and encouraging students to challenge one another’s ideas.” Alice Timbrell, Criminology graduate
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L3KC09
MA Social Research Methods (Criminology)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L3KD07
MA Social Research Methods (Social Policy)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L3KB07
MA Social Research Methods (Social Work)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L3K807
MA Social Research Methods (Sociology)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L3K907
MSW Social Work
21 mths
www.durham.ac.uk/course/L5K380
RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
FURTHER INFORMATION
MA Applied Social Sciences
1
MPhil Applied Social Sciences
2
PhD Applied Social Sciences
3
For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/sociology/ postgraduate/research/disciplines
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SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCES Durham University is an outstanding place to study Sport and Exercise Sciences as an undergraduate student, as well as offering exceptional opportunities for participation and excellence in sport. Sport degrees have been taught for over 20 years at Durham, and have gained a well-deserved reputation for excellence that is represented in consistently high rankings in subject league tables. RANKING
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www.durham.ac.uk/sportandexercise
• 91% of our Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity students said they were satisfied with the quality of their course in the National Student Survey 2017 (sector-wide average 84%). • 5th in The Complete University Guide 2018. • 8th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
From October 2019, we will complement our existing BA Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity degree with a new BSc Sport and Exercise Science. Further information on both the new and existing programmes will be available on our website.
Our Sport in the Community Placement module offers a varied range of placements each year, enabling you to work with wellestablished organisations in the sport industry
Both degrees will allow you to study a broad range of topics across the spectrum from grassroots to elite sport, and also across the varied connections between sport and issues such as obesity, crime and inequality. The flexibility that is distinctive to our degrees also enables you to choose from a range of optional modules at every level, so you can tailor your studies according to your own interests and career aspirations.
Placement opportunities will enable you to gain practical experience of planning, delivering and evaluating provision in a school, community or performance sport setting. Emphasis is placed on analysing and reviewing your experiences, so that you develop an evidence-based portfolio that demonstrates effectively your knowledge and expertise to employers.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE BA (Hons) Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity www.durham.ac.uk/course/C603
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER 3
AAB
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE 36
C603
There are more course options with this subject in: Combined Honours (page 28) and Natural Sciences (page 58).
“I chose Durham because it’s one of the best universities in the UK. I particularly enjoy my course, because it’s got both the sociological side and the science side, which is very useful.” Emily Claughan, Sport, Exercise and Physical Activity BA (Hons)
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGION The Department of Theology and Religion has established an international reputation as one of the leading research departments in its field, and we are equally proud of our high-quality teaching and our commitment to our students.
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• Ranked 1st in the UK for internationally excellent and world-leading research, 1st for research environment and 2nd for research impact (REF 2014). • 2nd in The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2018. • 2nd in The Complete University Guide 2018.
DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHT
KEY RESEARCH AREAS
Our degree programmes offer you enormous flexibility, with a rich variety of subjects, and the opportunity to engage in serious and exciting explorations in all areas of the discipline, combining aspects of philosophy, history, literature and social sciences. This will give you valuable insights into how people live in today’s world.
Key research areas include: • Anthropology and Sociology of Religion • History and Theology of the Anglican Church • History and Theology of the Bible • History and Theology of the Catholic Church • History and Theology of the Reformation • Patristics and the Early Church • Religion in the Modern World • Second Temple Judaism • Spirituality, Theology and Health • Systematic and Philosophical Theology.
In the 2018 QS World University Rankings we were placed 3rd in the world in our subject area. Our excellent graduate prospects rating (of 85%) contributes to our current 2nd place in our subject area in the 2018 Complete University Guide.
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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES
TYPICAL YEAR(S) A LEVEL OFFER
TYPICAL IB UCAS DIPLOMA SCORE CODE
BA (Hons) Theology and Religion www.durham.ac.uk/course/V614
3
AAB
36
V614
BA (Hons) Religion, Society and Culture www.durham.ac.uk/course/V617
3
AAB
36
V617
BA (Hons) Religion, Society and Culture with Year Abroad www.durham.ac.uk/course/V618
4
AAB
36
V618
BA (Hons) Philosophy and Theology www.durham.ac.uk/course/VV56
3
AAA
37
VV56
There are more course options with this subject in: Education (page 36) and Liberal Arts (page 50).
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT DEGREES
Nathan White, Theology PhD
FURTHER INFORMATION
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V8K207
MA Christian Theology
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V8K707
MA Christian Theology (Anglican Studies)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V8K507
MA Christian Theology (Catholic Studies)
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V8K607
MA Religion and Society
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V8K107
9 mths
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V6K022
1
www.durham.ac.uk/course/V8K407
GDip Theology and Religion
“I was a military chaplain who served around the globe, including Iraq and Afghanistan. My own experiences of adversity and of ministering to individuals going through significant distress led me to develop a robust and critical account of how an individual’s faith may aid in responding resiliently to adversity. In my research area I have been significantly influenced by the community of postgraduate students. These students were from a variety of disciplines within the Department and provided invaluable feedback. Similarly, I learned a good deal through interdisciplinary collaboration with staff and students from other departments within the University, such as the Institute of Hazard, Risk and Resilience and the Centre for Medical Humanities.”
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MA Biblical Studies
MA Theology and Religion RESEARCH DEGREES
YEAR(S)
MLitt Master of Letters
2
DThM Doctor of Theology and Ministry
3
PhD with Integrated Studies (MA+PhD)
4
PhD Doctor of Philosophy
3
FURTHER INFORMATION For further information on our research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/theology.religion/ postgrad/researchdegrees
Fieldtrip to North India
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INTERNATIONAL STUDY CENTRE Located at Queen’s Campus, Stockton-on-Tees, the International Study Centre provides academic pathway programmes in a supportive environment to prepare you for your degree and to help you achieve the necessary grades for progression to Durham City.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/isc
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Designed specifically for international students, the International Study Centre offers International Foundation Year and Pre-Master’s programmes. Both pathways aim to improve your academic knowledge, study and English language skills, and give you the confidence to take the next step at degree level. You will be supported throughout your studies, so that you can make the most of the learning and social opportunities. Class sizes are small, with no more than 25 students per class, so that you can receive individual attention from our experienced and highly qualified tutors. You will also have individual support from an academic personal tutor. Completing your pathway programme at the International Study Centre and achieving the required grades means that you can progress to your undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Durham City. You can choose from a range of subject routes on the pathway programme which offer progression to a wide choice of degrees.
POSTGRADUATE PATHWAYS Our Pre-Master’s programme provides a pathway to a wide range of postgraduate degrees at Durham University. You can choose from two routes, depending on whether you are looking for a business, economics, accounting, finance, science or engineering focused degree. Once you successfully complete your Pre-Master’s programme and achieve the required grades, you can start your Master’s degree at Durham City.
LOCATION The International Study Centre is located at Queen’s Campus in Stockton-on-Tees and is approximately a 40-minute drive from Durham City. The University operates a free bus service for students between the two locations.
UNDERGRADUATE PATHWAYS Our International Foundation Year provides a choice of pathways that prepare you for an undergraduate degree at Durham University. Pathways include: • • •
Queen’s Campus, Stockton-on-Tees
Business, Economics, Accounting and Finance Science and Engineering Humanities, Law and Social Science.
“The Foundation Year is really focused on preparing you for what university is like in England. In classes we’ve had practice doing seminars and essays that are geared towards university level, so everything that we do is good preparation for what’s going to be ahead of us.” Gwen from Singapore, International Foundation Year in Humanities, Law and Social Science
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COLLEGES, ACCOMMODATION AND STUDENT EXPERIENCE There can be so much more to student life than studying – and nowhere more so than at Durham. At Durham University, we are committed to prioritising your student experience, providing unrivalled opportunities delivered through our three key strands: 1 A distinctive collegiate system 2
Dedicated wider student experience organisations
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Durham Students’ Union.
These three elements combined enable you to create and shape your own individual student experience. At Durham, you can discover and become the person you want to be.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience
Josephine Butler College
Hatfield College
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THE COLLEGIATE SYSTEM
What is the accommodation like?
One of our greatest assets at Durham University is our collegiate system. As a Durham University student, you become a member of a college, whether you live in or out of University accommodation. College communities are at the heart of the distinctive Durham student experience, each offering a diverse, multidisciplinary community of academics, students and staff from different backgrounds and cultures.
The rooms and bathrooms may differ depending on the college, but all of our bedrooms are equipped with:
Nearly every student agrees that college is one of the best aspects of life at Durham University, ensuring that you leave here with much more than a degree. Ask any Durham graduate about the University and they will mention their college, as this is where many lifelong friendships begin. College membership is not based on your subject, so each college has students from all academic departments.
What do colleges provide?
Ustinov College
St Mary’s College
• Residence within Durham • Accommodation: a variety of room and catering options • Excellent facilities: for academic study, socialising, sport/fitness, music, drama and arts performance • An international community: a small and friendly college community, with students from around the world • Support: a comprehensive support system, helping you settle into university life and providing the first point of contact for issues as they arise, with referral to more specialist help if needed • Extracurricular opportunities: a range of activities, including sports, societies and voluntary work, that will enhance your personal development, complementing your department’s academic provision • Leadership opportunities: with roles and responsibilities to fully engage with your college • A multidisciplinary, scholarly community: inspiring intellectual debate both informally and formally • Events: regular college and student-led events, including seminars, lecture series, balls, concerts, theatre productions and more.
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A bed A desk and chair A wardrobe and drawers High-speed internet access Full catering or self-catering facilities like a shared pantry or kitchen Ensuite or shared bathroom facilities.
How do I become a member of a college? All students apply to become a member of a college during the application process. For undergraduates, you can include your college preference on your UCAS application. If you are a postgraduate, you will be asked about your college preference after you submit your application. We cannot guarantee membership of a particular college, because we want to ensure that the colleges remain academically diverse communities, but we aim to give you your first choice whenever possible. All of our colleges offer events, traditions, support and facilities, so even if you do not get your first choice in college allocation, you will still be part of a close-knit college community that will make your experience at Durham unique. You can use the table on page 77 to compare some of the basic details of the colleges and to start making your college preference decision. Each college also has their own website where you can learn more about their strengths and personalities. For further information see, www.durham.ac.uk/experience/colleges
“Durham is a great place to live. The City is absolutely stunning, and the student community is fantastic. The college system really helps you settle in and interact with students from other disciplines.” Jaime Salcido, Computational Cosmology PhD
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Ustinov College: shared kitchens are offered in our self-catered colleges
UNDERGRADUATE ACCOMMODATION Nearly all first-year undergraduate students live in college accommodation. In Years 2 and 3 (and Year 4 if applicable) you can choose between college accommodation or moving out to privately rented accommodation in Durham City. The University’s Accommodation Office offers help and advice to students looking for private accommodation. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/colleges
ACCOMMODATION FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES
RENTING PROPERTIES AS AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT
Ustinov College manages a limited number of furnished, self-contained, one-bedroom, two-bedroom or three-bedroom postgraduate flats for couples and families.
If you are looking for non-University accommodation, please be aware that landlords may ask for proof of your visa. You may not therefore be able to secure privately rented accommodation before you arrive in Durham.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/ustinov.college/ college_life/accommodation/family
NON-UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION POSTGRADUATE ACCOMMODATION GUARANTEE Full-time postgraduate students, beginning their studies in September/October entry who confirm acceptance of their offer, complete the college application and make a £250 booking fee payment by 1 June 2019 will be guaranteed a single study bedroom within University managed accommodation. You can apply for membership only, or membership and accommodation of a college after you have accepted your academic offer from the University. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/colleges
If you would prefer to live in private accommodation as an individual or family, there is a wide range of rental accommodation available in and around Durham City, with some properties offering a fully furnished place. The Accommodation Office can help provide guidance for your non-University accommodation search. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/accommodation.office
For more details on the regulations and options for international students who want to rent, see www.durham.ac.uk/accommodation.office/ helpandadvice/internationalstudents
“If I had to pick one thing that makes Durham University so great, it would be the collegiate system. The sense of belonging that it creates made me feel comfortable from day one. My College now feels like my home-from-home and the friends I’ve made like family. It also makes it easier to get involved in sports and societies, especially because we’re able to initiate one if it does not yet exist.” Charlotte Wedekind,
Marketing with Business Placement BA (Hons)
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Grey College
Hatfield College
John Snow College
Josephine Butler College
St Aidan’s College
St Chad’s College
St Cuthbert’s Society
Stephenson College
St Hild and St Bede
St John’s College
St Mary’s College
Trevelyan College
Van Mildert College
Ustinov College (PG only)
Year of foundation
1972
1958
1846
2001
2006
1947
1904
1888 /58
2001
1838
1909
1899
1966
1832
1965
1965
Self-catered, catered or part-catered
C
C
C
S
S
C
C
CSP
S
C
C
C
C
CS
C
S
Gowned formal dinners
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Total number of undergraduate students
1361
1084
1013
794
1058
847
400
1171
848
1097
496
745
737
766
1203
0
Total number of undergraduate shared rooms
18
36
126
0
0
100
90
64
0
0
16
0
42
62
0
0
Total number of postgraduate students
179
140
200
40
125
200
165
217
32
313
160
144
149
450
200
417
Total number of students
1540
1188
1213
834
1183
1047
565
1171
880
1410
656
889
886
1216
1403
417
1
G
2
7
9
A
3
4
X
5
J
M
T
U
V
N/A
UCAS code
University College
OUR COLLEGES AT A GLANCE
Collingwood College
St Hild and St Bede College
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Concert in Durham Cathedral
STUDENT LIFE Durham University is not just a great place to study; it is a great place to be a student.
At Durham, we are committed to delivering an experience outside your studies that is unrivalled in the UK. Over 85% of our students are actively involved in sport, music, theatre and volunteering, and our investment in these areas is central to our commitment to delivering a unique student experience. We focus on the core strands of performance and leadership, participation and community engagement and we strongly believe in the developmental value to our students of our clubs, ensembles and societies. Opportunities are open to all undergraduates and postgraduates with interests of all levels.
Durham University currently has: • • • • •
More than 200 different societies to join Over 650 sports teams across 18 different sports Some 700 student theatre members Students raising money for 120 charities both in the UK and abroad Around 1,000 student volunteers working on over 50 projects a year in the local community.
To find out what student life in Durham is really like, you can read blogs from our current students at community.dur.ac.uk/blogs
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience
Spamalot dress rehearsal
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Basketball BUCS Final
SPORT Sport is an important part of many Durham University students’ lives, with students from all ability levels competing. Our student performance programme is the largest in Britain, featuring 113 teams in the 2016/17 season, including 26 British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) premier league teams in 15 sports: American football, badminton, basketball, cricket, fencing, football, futsal, golf, hockey, lacrosse, rugby union, squash, tennis, volleyball and water polo. We also have significant programmes in a range of individual sports, including rowing, canoeing, athletics and cross-country, triathlon and cycling. Durham is Britain’s number one team sport university, has been ranked the second most successful performance programme in the UK for the last six years, and also has the largest student participation programme in the UK.
INVESTMENT IN SPORTS FACILITIES We are investing in our sports facilities to allow students to compete at the highest levels of British university sport, and to enable increasing overall levels of student, staff and local community participation in sport and physical activity.
New sports facilities at Maiden Castle (artist’s impression)
“The whole University experience is wonderful! The studies are intellectually challenging but that’s not all that matters. There are all kind of societies from sports, theatre, music to some special ones such as Harry Potter or the Chocolate Society.” Marie Polaskova,
Psychology BSc (Hons)
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Our students take on the musical Seussical
A cappella performance at the Gala Theatre
Volunteering in the local community
MUSIC
THEATRE
VOLUNTEERING AND OUTREACH
For those with a passion for music, Durham University is the perfect place. We have chapel choirs, orchestras, bands, world music ensembles, a cappella, barbershop, chamber groups and much more for you to join. Student musicians are encouraged to play in ensembles as well as being part of our many exciting solo and chamber opportunities, masterclasses and outreach work.
Durham Student Theatre (DST) coordinates 26 theatre companies and is brimming with creative individuals, who come together to perform a diverse range of shows. Durham Student Theatre performs over 80 shows a year, has 600 active members and provides over 900 opportunities for students to act, as well as write, direct and produce.
Student Community Action (SCA) is student led and student focused, matching volunteers to a choice of over 50 projects and activities, including sports, outreach and conservation. We currently have 1,500 active student volunteers.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/music
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/theatre
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/volunteering
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DURHAM STUDENTS’ UNION Durham Students’ Union exists for a purpose: we are the champion of every Durham student. We are interested in the things that matter to you. We stand up for your rights. We bring you together. We celebrate your success. We know how we want to see the future. We are working to make sure that students have the power and opportunity to transform their time at Durham. Our job is to make that vision into reality.
Durham Students’ Union
Purple Radio
We are students who: • Campaign, lobby and advocate for student issues and student rights • Run and participate in over 200 student groups, doing everything from stand-up comedy to quidditch • Actively shape our education, by making sure the University hears our voices. And that’s not all. We have: • Our own student newspaper, Palatinate, and radio station, Purple Radio • University Challenge and debates • A student seminar and speaker series. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/su
STUDENT FUNDRAISING Palatinate newspaper
Charity expedition
DUCK (Durham University Charities Committee) is Durham’s version of what other students’ unions call ‘raise and give’ societies. We are here to support all students and staff to fundraise hundreds of thousands of pounds for local, national and international charities. We offer something for everyone: through our events, such as the Santa fun run or cathedral sleepout, our expeditions to Cambodia or Nepal, or running the London marathon. All this, while raising funds for amazing causes! For further information, see www.durhamduck.org
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STUDENT AND FAMILY SUPPORT When you join Durham University, you will find the facilities and support you need to complement and enhance your studies.
LIBRARY FACILITIES Our libraries offer an excellent range of resources and study spaces to support your studies and research. We have in excess of 1.6 million printed items, and the Library subscribes to over 300,000 online resources, which include e-books, e-journals and databases for tracing journal articles, conference papers and research papers.
CENTRE FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study
Our new Centre for Teaching and Learning, due for completion in 2019, will offer cutting-edge facilities and the latest digital technologies as well as a range of new learning environments, including lecture theatres, education laboratories and classrooms that will allow students to share courses in real time with their peers around the world.
Centre for Teaching and Learning (artist’s impression)
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The main University library
DISABILITY SUPPORT
IMMIGRATION SUPPORT
Our Disability Support service provides support for you, if you have a disability, a medical or mental health condition, or a specific learning difficulty that may affect your studies. It is important to let us know your requirements when you apply, so we can ensure that we are able to deliver appropriate support prior to the start of your academic programme.
Our dedicated team of Immigration Advisers can offer visa and immigration advice before and during your studies. Students who require a visa to study in the UK will need to get a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number from the University, and will also need to show proof of funds in order to secure their visa. Students should follow the step-by-step guidance that the Immigration Team offers to confirm deadlines and details required throughout the visa process.
For further information, contact +44 (0)191 334 8115 (voice and minicom), email disability.support@durham.ac.uk or see www.durham.ac.uk/dussd
CHILDCARE AND SCHOOLS Our day nursery has places for children aged three months to school age. Our highly experienced staff offer a safe and stimulating environment for children. Places are limited, so contact us as early as possible; you can call the nursery on +44 (0)191 334 8153 or see www.durham. ac.uk/university.nursery for more information For a list of local primary and secondary schools and information on applying for a place for your child, see www.durham.gov.uk/schools
FAITH PROVISION As a multicultural, multi-faith community, the University provides opportunities for individuals to maintain and explore their faith and beliefs. We provide a number of facilities for our main religious communities, such as a prayer room, events and societies, single-sex accommodation in some colleges and kosher and halal dining. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/support/faith If you have special requirements relating to accommodation or diet and want advice on which colleges may be best suited to your needs, see www.durham.ac.uk/experience/ colleges/ourcolleges
Visit www.durham.ac.uk/immigration for information and to contact the team directly.
Immigration Health Surcharge All students applying for a Tier 4 (General) visa to come to or stay in the UK are required to pay an Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) starting at ÂŁ150 per year (the actual amount depending on length of visa) in addition to the cost of the visa application. This will entitle the Tier 4 (General) visa holder to use the NHS without charge during their stay in the UK (though some services will still require payment). You will pay the IHS during your Tier 4 (General) visa online application process.
National Health Service (NHS) As a full-time student in the UK, you will qualify for free NHS hospital treatment on the same basis as anyone who is ordinarily resident in the UK, after you pay the Immigration Health Surcharge (see above) during the visa application process. This also applies to your spouse or civil partner (not unmarried partner) and any children with you in the UK. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/immigration/ entryclearance/healthcaresurcharge
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT The Durham Centre for Academic Development supports you in the development of your academic English language and literacy skills before and during your academic programme of study. Based in the new Centre for Teaching and Learning, our pre-sessional courses are specifically designed to prepare you for the demands of your academic departments, and our in-sessional programme supports you during your studies at Durham University.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/englishlanguage.centre
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PRE-SESSIONAL ACADEMIC ENGLISH PROGRAMMES
IN-SESSIONAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND ACADEMIC LITERACY SUPPORT
If you hold a conditional offer for a place at Durham University, you may be eligible to take a pre-sessional programme, if you achieve a minimum standard at International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please note that entry levels on to our academic literacy programmes differ according to the discipline you are entering. Your offer letter will indicate the level that your department requires. If you are eligible to take a pre-sessional programme, you will need to apply directly to the Durham Centre for Academic Development for a place.
The Durham Centre for Academic Development in-sessional Academic Language and Communication programme offers a range of courses throughout the academic year designed to help you to transition to and study at Durham, and to acquire the academic language and literacy skills you need to succeed. These courses are open to all students.
Our one-month Preparatory Academic Research Skills and English (PARSE) programme is also popular if you have already met the language condition on your offer letter, but who want more preparation in writing, academic literacy and foundational research skills. Specific programmes for Business, Law and Science are also available. All summer pre-sessional students can stay in a Durham University college during their summer programme and you will have access to a large programme of events.
In-sessional support includes academic writing support in departments, one-to-one tutorials focusing on written work, and the Durham Assessment of Academic Writing, where the Durham Centre for Academic Development offers an assessment to help you identify your academic language and literacy needs in order to provide the most relevant in-sessional support. All of these services are free of charge to registered Durham students. You can find details about courses, timetables and how to register on our website: www.durham.ac.uk/in-sessional
For further information about course content, frequently asked questions, accommodation and links to useful sites and resources, see www.durham.ac.uk/englishlanguage.centre/ englishlanguage.courses
PROGRAMME
START DATES
ENTRY LEVEL
COSTS (2018)
Year Round Pre-sessional
October, January, April
Below IELTS 5.5
£4,200 for 1 term (10 weeks) 4 weeks: (PARSE) £1,800
Summer Pre-sessional
April, July, August, September
Above IELTS 5.5
8 weeks: £3,600 12 weeks: £5,400 22 weeks: £9,600
In-sessional
All year
Any student studying at Durham University
Free of charge
To review each department’s English Language requirements, as well as all of the English qualifications that are accepted, see: www.durham.ac.uk/learningandteaching.handbook/1/3/3
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Durham Cathedral
FEES AND FUNDING We believe in helping you to make the most of the opportunities we offer. We understand that to do this, you need a full understanding of the costs involved in studying at Durham University and what financial assistance is available.
TUITION FEES
COLLEGE RESIDENCE CHARGES
The annual tuition fees vary according to your course and fee status. Below are the general tuition fees for the 2018/19 academic year, but please refer to the website to confirm the fees for your course, because they may differ from what is listed below.
Annual college residence charges will vary, depending on the college, the type of catering, bathroom facilities, and whether it is a single or shared bedroom. The range of college charges is currently £4,759 – £7,883 for undergraduates and £5,975 – £9,474 for postgraduates.
Type of study
Fee
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Research (classroom-based)
£18,300
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Research (laboratory-based)
£23,100
Postgraduate Taught (classroom-based)
£17,325
Postgraduate Taught (laboratory-based)
£21,945
MBA
£28,000
For tuition fees for each taught course, see individual course entries on the course database: www.durham.ac.uk/courses For information on fees for postgraduate research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/ study/pg/finance/costs/tuition For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/treasurer/students Finance (student billing): studentbilling.query@durham.ac.uk or +44 (0)191 334 6238 Scholarships and Student Funding: scholarships.advice@durham.ac.uk or +44 (0)191 334 6395
International undergraduate and postgraduate research students will pay the same tuition fee per year for the duration of their course with no annual increase. The fee is based on your initial year of entry.
For specific fees for a college and accommodation type, see: Undergraduate: www.durham.ac.uk/experience/ colleges/ug/costs Postgraduate: www.durham.ac.uk/experience/ colleges/pg/accommodation/costs
HOW TO PAY YOUR FEES Full-time tuition fees can be paid in full at the beginning of the academic year or on a termly basis. You may pay by a range of methods, including: • • • • •
Direct debit – this is the University’s preferred method of payment Flywire fund transfer system: dur.flywire com Payment by cheque on a UK bank account or via a banker’s draft Wire transfer or internet banking into the University’s bank account Debit/credit card.
For full details of these payment methods, see www.durham.ac.uk/treasurer/students/ payingyourinvoice
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FEE STATUS Your tuition fee status as ‘Home/EU’ or ‘Overseas’ depends on the country where you normally live, and not just on your nationality. We will determine your fee status based on information you supply in your application, but we may ask for more information if we can’t determine your fee status automatically. For more information regarding fee status, see www.ukcisa.org.uk. If you have any questions about your determined fee status, email feestatus.admissions@durham.ac.uk
UNDERGRADUATE FUNDING Studentships and Scholarships Durham University offers some scholarship support for undergraduate international students, and we also recommend that students explore external funding options, such as community groups and organisations. The nature and availability of scholarships changes annually. Use our online funding database for an extensive list of funding opportunities, available at www.durham.ac.uk/scholarships As an international student, it is essential to plan your finances carefully for the duration of your studies, as you will not be eligible for United Kingdom Tuition Fee Loans or Maintenance Loans. For further information about fees and finance, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/finance/ international
POSTGRADUATE FUNDING Postgraduate Taught Deposits If you are a self-financing international student pursuing a taught postgraduate programme, you will be required to pay a tuition fee deposit. The deposit is paid before the University issues a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number for your visa. The CAS will show that the deposit has been paid, and the deposit amount will contribute to your overall tuition payment. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/immigration
Scholarships and Bursaries Durham University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries for current and prospective postgraduate taught and research students. Many are fully funded, covering tuition fees and maintenance support, subject to meeting the associated eligibility criteria. The University has partnerships with Chevening, the Commonwealth Scholarships Commission, Marshall and Fulbright in addition to numerous internally funded opportunities. For further information and a current list of scholarships and bursaries, see www.durham.ac.uk/scholarships
Durham Doctoral Studentships This highly competitive scheme provides a support package for outstanding doctoral research students, including: • •
Payment of tuition fees (at home or overseas rate, or a contribution towards these) An annual tax-free maintenance grant at the Research Council’s UK national rate (£14,777 for 2018/19).
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/finance/funding
Postgraduate Coaching Scholarships Team Durham also offers a range of Postgraduate Coaching Scholarships, giving students an opportunity to combine full-time or part-time study, sports coaching and competition. These opportunities are provided across a wide range of sports. For further information, see www.teamdurham.com/universitysport/ scholarships
US Federal Student Aid Durham University participates in the US Department of Education Direct Loans Program. Eligible US students can access federally Direct Subsidized, Unsubsidized and PLUS loans to help finance their studies. Durham University is one of the biggest distributors of US Federal Student Aid in the UK, and offers guidance to students on the application process. Please see www.durham.ac.uk/foreign.loans or contact us.loans@durham.ac.uk or +44 (0)191 334 6486.
Durham Alumni Discount Durham University is offering a 10% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees for all Durham alumni who are self-funding or partially self-funding their postgraduate study and who meet the eligibility criteria. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/finance/funding/ bursaries/scholarships/alumni
LIVING COSTS You will need to include living costs in your budget, to cover expenses such as accommodation and utility bills, food, clothing and entertainment, study costs (e.g. thesis, fieldtrips, books), insurance and transport. The following websites also provide useful information on living costs in the UK: www.ukcisa.org.uk and www.international.studentcalculator.org
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CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY Durham has an international reputation for excellence in both teaching and research that will provide an outstanding platform for your future career. Our graduates have found employment in a range of job roles in a variety of national and international organisations, including Saatchi & Saatchi, Deloitte, the NHS, IBM, the United Nations, EDF Energy, the BBC, The Times and the Civil Service.
Ranked in the world top 40 for the employability of our students. QS World University Rankings (2017/18)
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/careers Follow us on: @careersatdurham facebook.com/careersatdurham
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CAREERS AND ENTERPRISE CENTRE The Careers and Enterprise Centre can help you make the most of your time at Durham University and assist you in developing your skills and exploring your options to get the best possible start to your future career. Our graduates continually demonstrate that, throughout their time at Durham University, they build the skills that are highly valued by a range of employers. You can make the most of services we offer, including: • Getting expert advice: with CVs, applications and interview preparation • Meeting employers: career fairs with access to multinational corporations to local firms, forums with graduate recruiters, and work study or internship opportunities • Developing your skills: such as communication, problem-solving and teamwork • Experiencing the workplace • Exploring enterprise and entrepreneurship.
DURHAM AWARD The Durham Award provides evidence to employers that you offer even more than a degree from an outstanding university. You will focus on developing the key skills that employers are looking for, such as critical thinking, social responsibility and collaboration, through your extracurricular activities. The Durham Award is designed to help you stand out from the crowd. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/durhamaward
“When I became close to finishing my doctoral degree, I began preparing to enter the job market. The main challenge for me was to ensure that I can show my skills and capabilities. I received support and advice from the Careers and Enterprise Centre. The career advisor helped to modify my CV and cover letter and practised a mock interview with me. I was lucky enough that these efforts all paid off and I received two job offers from two reputable institutions in the UK.” Rahmat Poudineh, Economics PhD graduate, Oxford Institute for Energy Studies
POSTGRADUATE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES At Durham University, we recognise the importance of continued professional development for early career researchers. The Durham Centre for Academic Development provides an extensive range of opportunities for postgraduate researchers to develop their knowledge and skills, including the Durham Researcher Development Programme, the Durham Key Skills Award, and the Durham University Learning and Teaching Award.
Researcher Development Programme The Researcher Development Programme offers around 150 face-to-face workshops each year for postgraduate research students, and is complemented by a wide range of high-quality online courses. The programme is designed to equip you with all the skills that are needed by a professional researcher, working in both academic and non-academic environments.
Durham University Learning and Teaching Award (DULTA) DULTA provides research students with an opportunity to develop and enhance their practice in learning and teaching. Successful completion of the programme leads to the University award and also to Associate Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, the UK professional body for teaching and learning in higher education. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/studyoptions/ research/profdev
A NETWORK FOR LIFE Durham University’s Development and Alumni Relations Office works to support our alumni around the world. Our alumni community is active and an excellent resource for your future. Connect with other alumni via www.dunelm.org.uk
“I am now working as Director of Business Development in Codifer Technologies, New Delhi, India. Entrepreneurship is beyond books and journals. The support from various professors at Durham was amazing. The initiatives such as Engineer and Business School meet, Startgrid, Blueprint Competition and the Kickstart Weekend, gave me so many opportunities, and best of all I got to meet real entrepreneurs and alumni.” Raja Singh, MSc Management Entrepreneurship graduate
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APPLYING FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDY
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/apply
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RESEARCH REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR DEGREE
You will find details of course entry requirements at www.durham.ac.uk/courses. Each course includes entry requirements, including any subject-specific requirements needed for that degree. Durham accepts a range of qualifications from around the world. You can view entry requirements per country through the country information database (www.durham.ac.uk/international/country. information) as well as the course database per course listing at www.durham.ac.uk/courses
After you submit your application: •
Your application is received and considered by one or more admissions selectors for the relevant department.
•
Once the admissions selector has made a decision on your application, the decision is then communicated to UCAS on UCAS Track. This will be the first notification you receive of the outcome of your application and will include the details of your offer, if your application is successful. Once the decision is processed to UCAS, we will also write to you to explain the outcome.
Please note that the information relating to international qualifications on our website represents our minimum requirements, and specific requirements may differ, depending on the programme you apply for. Students who are not native speakers of English will need to provide evidence of their English language ability. Please see www.durham.ac.uk/learningandteaching.handbook/1/3 for permitted evidence of language ability.
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APPLY
Applicants for a full-time first degree course (BA, BSc, MChem, MEng, MPhys, MSci) normally apply through UCAS, the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. You should make your UCAS application via the UCAS website at www.ucas.com where you will submit your personal details, information about your school and qualifications, a personal statement and a reference. You will select which course and college you wish to apply for.
Deadlines You should apply before 15 January, which is the deadline for equal consideration. Although international applicants can apply until 30 June, courses may close after 15 January, so we advise you to apply by that date. For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/apply/ucas
Writing Your Personal Statement The personal statement is an important part of the application, and UK universities will be looking for students to express why they are interested in their chosen subject and the skills that they have as a student. It is primarily an academic statement and you must target it very directly towards the subject(s) in which you are interested, although we will also want to know something about your extracurricular interests. Further guidance can be found at www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/apply/ucas/personalstatement
TRACK YOUR APPLICATION
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CONFIRM YOUR PLACE
Once you receive all of the replies to your applications: •
You will need to accept two offers through UCAS Track: your firm choice and your insurance choice. UCAS Track will prompt you to make this decision and will confirm your decision deadline.
•
The offer from Durham will not include confirmation of your college (this is the next stage of the process). You will receive notification of your college allocation directly from the University College’s Office via email.
•
You will be allocated to a college. Your college preference does not impact on the outcome of your academic offer.
•
Once you meet all the requirements of your offer, you will need to submit a final confirmation (AS12) on Durham’s website: www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/apply/offer/as12
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APPLYING FOR POSTGRADUATE STUDY CHOOSE A PROGRAMME AND CHECK ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Postgraduate Taught
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Research your chosen programme. Find details of postgraduate taught programmes at www.durham.ac.uk/courses and check you meet the entry requirements.
Postgraduate Research Contact the relevant academic departments to discuss your research interests and possible funding. You will need to confirm the suitability of facilities and staff with expertise in your chosen field who can supervise you (www.durham.ac.uk/departments). Research programme applications require a two-page research proposal describing the project that you are interested in pursuing. Include a project summary and an outline of your approach and resources. You will need to submit the research proposal before your application, to confirm a supervisor in your academic department.
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APPLY ONLINE
3
APPLICATION PROCESSED
Applications are processed as quickly as possible. You will be contacted if further information is required.
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DECISION MADE
Successful and unsuccessful applicants are notified via email.
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IF YOU ARE SUCCESSFUL
If you receive an offer, reply with your decision as soon as possible. If requested, please also pay the tuition fee deposit within the stated timeframe. If you receive a conditional offer, contact us to confirm when you have met the conditions and provide evidence. Once your offer is unconditional, you will receive communication about your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies) number if you require a Tier 4 (General) Student Visa.
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NEXT STEPS
An application requires personal information, details of current and past education and qualifications, two academic referees, personal statement, English language certification (if applicable) and supporting documents.
After accepting your offer college allocation and accommodation application can begin. Full details can be found at www.durham. ac.uk/collegiate.office/pgcollegeallocations
Postgraduate Taught
Academic department contact details can be found on the department pages (14-71).
Most applications can be made at www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/apply
Postgraduate Research Before you apply, visit www.durham.ac.uk/departments to confirm your departments entry requirements and deadlines.
For further information, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/apply
For further information on fees and funding, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/finance
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS UNDERGRADUATE
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH
For entry on to our undergraduate programmes, we consider school-leaving qualifications from many countries. The specific requirement will depend on the course you are applying for. Some courses may also require a score in a specific subject, which will be shown on the course database at www.durham.ac.uk/courses. The subject noted will refer to A levels, but the subject-specific requirement will still be applicable to the qualification that you are applying for.
For entry on to a postgraduate taught programme, Durham requires the equivalent to a UK bachelor’s degree with a 2:1, which is the second highest honours in an undergraduate degree. This equivalency will vary depending on your country. You can view international requirements at www.durham.ac.uk/ international/country.information
For entry on to a postgraduate research programme, Durham typically requires you to hold a bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree with a significant research component. In addition to having these academic qualifications, you will also need to write a research proposal about the project you wish to pursue, and identify an academic supervisor you will work with for the duration of your degree.
In general, undergraduate course entry requirements are within the range of: • A levels: ABB–A*A*A • IB: 34–38 with higher level requirements of 655–666 • A recognised foundation programme. You can view the list of UK and EU qualification equivalencies at www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/ apply/entry
If your country is not listed, please contact international.office@durham.ac.uk for advice on equivalencies for your qualifications. Some postgraduate taught programmes require a background in a particular subject. Please check the course database at www.durham.ac.uk/courses to confirm entry requirements for your course. You can also refer to your academic department, if you have questions about entry for your specific programme.
We recommend that you contact and confirm your academic supervisor, before submitting your application. More details about writing your research proposal can be found on page 92. For more information about requirements for postgraduate research degrees, see www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/apply
A list of international qualifications is also included at www.durham.ac.uk/international/country. information If your country is not listed, please contact international.office@durham.ac.uk for advice on requirements for your qualifications.
FOUNDATION AND PRE-MASTER’S
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
If you do not meet the requirements for an undergraduate or postgraduate taught programme, you may be able to apply for a foundation or Pre-Master’s programme through the International Study Centre.
If English is not your first language, or if you are not from a native English speaking country, you may be required to submit an English language qualification with your application. The level of English required will depend on the programme that you are applying to. You can find department specific requirements at www.durham.ac.uk/ learningandteaching.handbook/1/3/3
For more information, see page 72 or www.durham.ac.uk/isc
If you do not have the required level of English, you may be able to do a pre-sessional degree with our Durham Centre for Academic Development (see page 84). Examples of English language requirements include: IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 92 overall with no component below 23. To confirm the specific requirement for your department, see www.durham.ac.uk/learningandteaching. handbook/1/3/3
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FURTHER INFORMATION We hope that you have found the information in this prospectus useful. If you require further information, our International Office staff regularly travel to a number of countries to attend events and meet with prospective students. Details on our travel schedule and country representatives can be found at www.durham.ac.uk/international/office/meetus We also work with a number of overseas representatives that can assist students throughout the application process: www.durham.ac.uk/international/country. information/agents Please contact the International Office if you have any questions regarding your qualifications or applying for study at Durham: t +44 (0)191 334 6328 e international.office@durham.ac.uk You can also find a list of undergraduate admissions contacts at www.durham.ac.uk/study/ug/apply/contact A full list of postgraduate admissions contacts can be found at www.durham.ac.uk/study/pg/apply/contact You can connect with Durham alumni in your area: www.dunelm.org.uk We look forward to welcoming you to Durham.
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