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News and Events
We frequently hit the headlines for our world-leading research and events.
Upcoming events
Our unique cultural attractions include Durham Castle, Botanic Garden, Palace Green Library, Oriental Museum and the Assembly Rooms Theatre.
You can enjoy a wide variety of performances and exhibitions, an extensive programme of public lectures and a whole host of in-person and online exhibitions and other activities. Whatever your interest, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
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Upcoming Events
Sitting right at the heart of this historic city, Durham University is perfectly placed to offer a dazzling array of events and activities.
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Events Archive
Take a look at our past events archive.
Upcoming Events
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Events Archive
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Latest news
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Study finds England’s trainee teachers excel in early reading instruction
A new study led by Dr Johny Daniel from our top-ranked School of Education have found that trainee teachers in England are significantly better prepared to teach early reading skills compared to their counterparts in India, particularly in phonics instruction.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/Trainee-teachers-WEB.png)
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Professor Andrew Pontzen appointed to STFC Council
Cosmologist Professor Andrew Pontzen has been appointed to the council of one of the UK’s main research funding bodies.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/Andrew-Pontzen-STFC-WEB-.jpg)
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Final findings from Kilo-Degree survey confirm cosmology model
A major international research effort has confirmed the standard model of cosmology using data from 41 million galaxies.Research news/prod01/prodbucket01/media/durham-university/central-news-and-events-images/news/KiDS-data-galaxy-(Twitter-Post).png)
Study finds England’s trainee teachers excel in early reading instruction
A new study led by Dr Johny Daniel from our top-ranked School of Education have found that trainee teachers in England are significantly better prepared to teach early reading skills compared to their counterparts in India, particularly in phonics instruction.
Professor Andrew Pontzen appointed to STFC Council
Final findings from Kilo-Degree survey confirm cosmology model
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Musicon live music events
As Durham University’s professional concert series, Musicon’s aim is to bring top-class musical performance from across the world to Durham, engaging, delighting and inspiring audiences from both the university and city of Durham and beyond.
What's On at Ushaw
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens is an independent charity set in a majestic estate of 500 acres, in the heart of the Durham countryside. It's well known for its exciting programme of events, exhibitions and collections each year.
Institute of Advanced Studies Lecture Series
The Institute of Advanced Studies Lecture Series is aimed at those involved in interdisciplinary research, or who wish to contribute to wider debates.