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Alumni Fee Discount Scholarships

Find out more about the support available for º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøgraduates looking at options for further study in 2025/26.

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Postgraduate Student Support Scholarships

UK students from low and middle income households can apply for up to £3,000 towards study starting in September. Applications close on Friday 4 July.

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Research Impact at Durham

We conduct innovative and impactful research to transform lives and make a difference, globally and locally: research to empower and inspire.

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Why can’t we stop feeding monkeys? Experts explain the reasons behind a dangerous habit

Dr Sian Waters of our Department of Anthropology and Tracie McKinney of the University of South Wales explore the damaging impact of humans feeding monkeys in tourist hot spots.
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Award-winning actors among leaders in their field to receive honorary degrees

Acclaimed actors Mark Gatiss and Gina McKee are among the leading figures in the arts, broadcasting, law and science receiving honorary º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇødegrees this summer.  
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Green HR practices boost innovation

Organisations that embrace green human resource management (HRM) practices encourage environmentally focused creativity among employees, driving innovation and competitiveness.
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Global leaders attend institute conference

The Secretary General of the Gulf Co-operation Council was the keynote speaker at our Institute for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies’ (IMEIS) annual conference.
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Scientists discover how roots sense and respond to water shortage

Scientists from our top-rated Biosciences department have uncovered a key mechanism in plant roots that helps them adapt to temporary water shortages.
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ERC Spotlight: Professor Dan Lawrence and the relationship between climate change and societies

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø is to host the European Research Council's (ERC) Scientific Council meeting this June. Leading up to the visit, we are highlighting some of the projects at º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøthat are happening thanks to support from the ERC.
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New study unlocks pathway to treat chronic pain

A new study involving our Biosciences department has revealed a previously unknown pain pathway in the human nervous system, reshaping our understanding of how chronic pain functions.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøtakes lead role in national policy and evidence network

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø will be part of a new network to support evidence-based policymaking.
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º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøstudent gives speech at global event at Canadian High Commission

In a ceremony today (23 May), º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøstudent Alice Booth (Biosciences), travelled to London to deliver a short speech at the Canadian High Commission.
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Celebrating student success at the 2025 Student Employee of the Year Awards

We proudly hosted our annual Student Employee of the Year Awards on Wednesday 30 April at the Mount Oswald Hub, shining a spotlight on the incredible achievements of student employees, supportive mentors, and employers.
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Why your migraine might be making you crave a large Coke and fries

Professor of Neuroscience Amanda Ellison explains the science behind a new TikTok trend for handling migraines.
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The Climate Fiction Prize 2025: the five shortlisted books reviewed by experts.

Five novels have been shortlisted for the 2025 Climate Fiction Prize. Academics, including Associate Professor in African Literature Louisa Egbunike, review the finalists ahead of the announcement of the winner on May 14.
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A force for good in our communities

º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø makes a major contribution to the success of our city, county, and region, as well the UK as a whole.
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Professor Ed Welch wins prestigious R. Gapper Book Prize

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

The º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøLaw School International Arbitration Practitioner Day Programme

Friday 25 July 2025 - Friday 25 July 2025
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
All talks take place in the Hogan Lovells Lecture Theatre, º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøLaw School.
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Pathways into Law

Wednesday 2 July 2025 - Wednesday 2 July 2025
10:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Palatine Centre, º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇøLaw School
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Beasts and Legends: Adventures Through North East Folklore

Saturday 14 June 2025 - Sunday 2 November 2025
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Palace Green Library, Palace Green, Durham, DH1 3RN
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Student theatre and music summer 2025

Friday 6 June 2025 - Saturday 28 June 2025
7:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Various locations around º¬Ðß²ÝÉçÇø- see individual listings for details.
The Rocky Horror Show

From our Student Blogs:

A Week in Stockholm: My International Study Tour Experience

Saruta, an international student studying MSc Management, shares highlights from her week in Stockholm during the International Study Tour, packed with learning, culture and cinnamon buns.
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