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Join Durham’s Research Community
At Durham University, you will become part of a vibrant and inclusive research community, working alongside leading academics to address some of the world's most pressing challenges.
Whether you are considering a PhD, Masters by Research or Professional Doctorate, Durham offers the expertise, facilities and supportive environment to help you realise your research ambitions and make a meaningful contribution to your field.
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Research excellence
Durham University is a Russell Group university whose research addresses some of society's most pressing challenges. In REF 2021, the majority of Durham's research was assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent, reflecting our global reputation for research excellence. Explore Research Excellence.
Join a global research community
Durham's postgraduate researchers come from across the world, creating an international and collaborative research environment supported through dedicated immigration, wellbeing and academic services.
Research programmes
Whether you are looking to apply for a PhD, Masters by Research or Professional Doctorate, we have a Research degree for you. Explore our research.
PhD
A PhD provides the opportunity to make an original contribution to knowledge through independent research under the guidance of expert supervisors. Researchers typically complete their studies in three to four years full-time or five to seven years part-time.
Masters by Research (MRes)
Research Masters programmes allow students to undertake supervised independent research while developing advanced research skills. These programmes can provide excellent preparation for doctoral study or research-based careers.
Professional Doctorates
Professional Doctorates are designed for experienced professionals seeking to conduct research within their professional practice while making a significant contribution to their field.
Funding, fees and planning your research degree
We encourage prospective researchers to find the right supervisor, and consider fees and funding opportunities.
Our faculties, schools and academic departments
Durham Business School
At Durham University Business School, we believe that to succeed in business, you need to get closer to the realities of business. So that’s what we do. We connect students and alumni with global companies, and we link businesses with incisive and innovative thinking.
Departments
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
We nurture thoughtful, critical and engaged citizens for a rapidly changing and complex world. Our six departments and one school produce highly-ranked and influential research within and across disciplines, languages, and cultures.
Schools and Departments
Faculty of Science
The Faculty of Science is home to a diverse community of staff and students across eight academic Departments. We are recognised for research impact that directly benefits society. Our eight departments are responsible for postgraduate teaching, as well as world-leading research that seeks to empower and inspire.
Departments
Faculty of Social Sciences
Our nine departments and schools are engaged in pioneering research and innovative learning. We are regularly ranked within the world's top 50 for the quality and significance of our research, our students enjoy an unparalleled learning experience, and our graduates are some of the most sought-after by employers.
Schools and Departments
Durham's collegiate difference. More than a university experience.
Durham's unique collegiate system provides a strong sense of community alongside your academic department.
Colleges offer opportunities to build friendships, develop leadership skills and engage in cultural, sporting and volunteering activities. Discover Our Colleges.
Highlights
- Social and cultural activities
- Wellbeing and pastoral support
- Interdisciplinary connections
- Sports and volunteering opportunities
- Lifelong global networks
Doctoral School
Palatine Centre
Durham University
Stockton Road
Durham
DH1 3LE