Durham Law School
Welcome to Durham Law School
Durham Law School is a world leader in legal education and research. Our award-winning academic staff produce ground-breaking research with impact. Durham Law School is ranked:
- 3rd in The Complete University Guide 2026
- 4th in The Guardian best UK universities 2026
- 4th in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
- 57 in the QS World University Rankings by subject 2025
We were awarded the Athena Swan Bronze Award for commitment to the advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all in 2022.
We are proud to achieve excellent results for student satisfaction and employability. Our graduates include many of the profession’s leading figures, among them current or former members of the UK Supreme Court, the Court of Appeal, and the High Court, as well as Members of Parliament, King’s Counsel (KC), partners in major international law firms, and General Counsel to listed companies.
Our globally ranked programmes attract exceptional students from around the world. We offer a rigorous, research-led curriculum. Alongside lectures, we are committed to small-group teaching through seminars and tutorials, an approach highly valued by employers.
Look closer at our Durham Law School
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Research
We are at the forefront of doctrinal, theoretical and interdisciplinary debates where our contributions have made a significant impact.
Study with Us
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Undergraduate Study
Durham Law School is a world leader in legal education and research. Our LLB degree is a flexible, full-time course delivered over three years – and fully approved as a Qualifying Law Degree for careers as a barrister or solicitor.
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Postgraduate Study
Postgraduate study at Durham Law School opens doors. The school is a global leader in legal education and research, with award-winning staff, internationally recognised research centres, and distinguished alumni in government, the judiciary, leading law firms and chambers.
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Undergraduate Study
Durham Law School is a world leader in legal education and research. Our LLB degree is a flexible, full-time course delivered over three years – and fully approved as a Qualifying Law Degree for careers as a barrister or solicitor.
Postgraduate Study
Postgraduate study at Durham Law School opens doors. The school is a global leader in legal education and research, with award-winning staff, internationally recognised research centres, and distinguished alumni in government, the judiciary, leading law firms and chambers.
Employability and Careers Opportunities
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Scholarships
Thanks to generous gifts from our alumni, we can offer scholarships to our students.
Key Links for New Students
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Student Hub
Our Student Hub contains key information regarding your degree programme and the Law School. This is our student intranet and can only be accessed with your Durham University email.
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Learn Ultra
Learn Ultra is our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). You can find information and interactive resources for specific modules here.
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Student Hub
Our Student Hub contains key information regarding your degree programme and the Law School. This is our student intranet and can only be accessed with your Durham University email.
Learn Ultra
Learn Ultra is our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). You can find information and interactive resources for specific modules here.
News
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Durham Law School Alumni Association: December 2025 Newsletter Available Now
The Durham Law School Alumni Association was launched on 17 September 2024 with 40 alumni Founder Members but, since then, has grown to over 1000 members from all over the world. Stay connected with the community by reading our latest newsletter.Alumni news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/library-/about-us/Cathedral-Library.jpg)
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Durham Law School Professors in Practice at Association of Pensions Lawyers Conference and doubling of Prize Money for Durham Pensions Law Module
Professors in Practice Philip Bennett and Mark Grant attended the Association of Pension Lawyers flagship annual conference in Leeds on 19th-21st November.Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/departments-/law-school/news-and-events/APL-Conference.jpg)
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The Bots are Coming: Kapil Kirpalani Challenges Students to Build Uniquely Human Leadership Skills
On the 22nd October 2025, Gayatri Singh, Chair of the Durham Law student Society (“DLS”), welcomed Kapil Kirpalani, Global Chief Compliance Officer at Reinsurance Group of America and Durham Law alumnus, to deliver a captivating talk titled “The Bots are coming - Leadership in Law: tips for acquiring the skills for a successful legal career.”Durham news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/departments-/law-school/news-and-events/Kapil-Captioned.png)
Durham Law School Alumni Association: December 2025 Newsletter Available Now
The Durham Law School Alumni Association was launched on 17 September 2024 with 40 alumni Founder Members but, since then, has grown to over 1000 members from all over the world. Stay connected with the community by reading our latest newsletter.
Durham Law School Professors in Practice at Association of Pensions Lawyers Conference and doubling of Prize Money for Durham Pensions Law Module
The Bots are Coming: Kapil Kirpalani Challenges Students to Build Uniquely Human Leadership Skills
Upcoming events
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DELI Lunchtime Seminar: Virginia Passalacqua
Thursday 22 January 2026 - Thursday 22 January 20261:00 PM to 2:00 PMOnline via Teams/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/departments-/law-school/general-images/Law-School-Blue-sky.jpeg)
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DELI Annual Lecture: Advocate General Tamara Ćapeta
Friday 6 February 2026 - Friday 6 February 20261:00 PM to 2:00 PMIn person - PCL048, Hogan Lovells Lecture Theatre
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DELI Lunchtime Seminar: Thibault Schrepel
Thursday 19 February 2026 - Thursday 19 February 20261:00 PM to 2:00 PMOnline via Teams
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DELI Lunchtime Seminar: Chloé Brière and Julia Burchett
Tuesday 3 March 2026 - Tuesday 3 March 20261:00 PM to 2:00 PMOnline via Teams
DELI Lunchtime Seminar: Virginia Passalacqua
DELI Annual Lecture: Advocate General Tamara Ćapeta
DELI Lunchtime Seminar: Thibault Schrepel
DELI Lunchtime Seminar: Chloé Brière and Julia Burchett
REF 2021 Result
Our Research Excellence Framework 2021 results
Get in touch
Enquiries about Durham Law School and our courses should be sent via the contact links below.
Durham Law School
Durham University
Palatine Centre
Stockton Road
Durham
DH1 3LE
Questions about studying here?
Check out our list of FAQs or submit an enquiry form.
Your Durham prospectus
Order your personalised prospectus and College guide here.
Welcome to New Students
Welcome to Durham Law School! We are really glad that you have chosen to study at Durham Law School and hope your time in Durham will be challenging, fulfilling, and prepare you well for success in your chosen career.
