Address and Location
Most of the university's sixteen colleges are located close to Durham city centre. The main library and a series of modern lecture halls can be found on the Science site, while philosophy and sociology students will spend much of their time in the Old and New Elvet parts of the university. Queens campus is some way away from the city and home to the Wolfson Institute for Health and Wellbeing.
Background and History
In the UK, only the universities of Oxford and Cambridge are older than Durham, which first achieved university status in 1832 or 1837. The university also shares the collegiate system used at Oxbridge. In the nineteenth century degrees were only awarded to members of the Anglican Church, and it wasn't until 1895 that women were allowed to graduate from the institution. Despite numerous proposals to merge Durham with Newcastle University, the institution remains proudly independent.
Location and Accessibility
By Rail: Durham has excellent high-speed connections with major towns and cities across the UK. The station is only a short walk away from the main campus in the city centre.
By Road: Motorists should enter Durham via the A1 (M), exiting at Junction 62. From here the university and city centre are well signposted.
Accessibility: Most university facilities and accommodation have been designed to be accessible to those with disabilities. Students should contact the university Disability Support team for more information.
What's on Offer
BA, BEng, BSc, Foundation Degree MA, MBA, MSc, MEng, PDip, PGCE, GDIP, Mchem, Law, Pcert, Msci, MBus, MBBS, MPhys
Entry Requirements
A high standard of academic achievement is required from all applicants. Most courses require three A-Levels at A grade, or equivalent. Competition for places is tough.