Durham University

Durham University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United Kingdom, founded in 1832 and located in Durham, England. It is a member of the Russell Group, which represents leading UK research-intensive universities.

The university follows a collegiate system similar to Oxford and Cambridge, where students belong to colleges that provide accommodation, support, and community life. It is widely respected for its strong teaching quality, research excellence, and student experience.

🌍 Global & UK Rankings

Durham consistently ranks among the top universities in the world and UK:

🌐 Global Rankings

• QS World University Rankings 2026: =94th globally
• Ranked in the Top 100 worldwide every year since 2010
• QS Europe Ranking 2025: around 32nd in Europe

🇬🇧 UK Rankings

• Complete University Guide 2026: 5th in the UK
• Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025: Top 5 in the UK

📊 Subject Rankings (QS 2025)

• 21 subjects ranked in the world top 100
• 3 subjects in global top 10 (e.g., Archaeology, Theology, Classics)
• Several subjects like Geography and English in the top 50 globally