Fair Access and Widening Participation

Resources for staff who are Connect with a current student

a group of people in a polytunnel at Nixxiegha Olive grove At Durham we welcome students from all backgrounds. We focus on encouraging everyone who has the merit and potential to succeed regardless of background, every applicant who has the ability and desire to study with us is given this opportunity.

We are always finding initiative to support students from underrepresented backgrounds, beginning from pre-application up until the time of their studies in the university. We target prospective students that are currently underrepresented, including students:

from areas where participation in higher education is low;
who are home students with Black heritage;
who are care-experienced;
who live with disability;
who are mature students.

Not sure what to do next? Not sure if Durham University is for you? Not sure if you want to study Anthropology?

Read on, hear what our students have to say through Representing a School or College or Ask us anything!

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Come and talk to us

When deciding on whether Durham Anthropology is right for you we recommend you think about all we have to offer including our colleges, sports, theatre, music and the support we can offer. You can find out about everything we do at our Open Days.

Open Days and Visits

Durham University Anthropology Society

Discover more about being part of our community through Durham University Anthropology Society (AnthSoc). Events, socials, field trips, careers and experiences. By students, for students.

AnthSoc on Instagram AnthSoc on FaceBook

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Be prepared

The Schools Engagement team works with students and schools around the UK, throughout the year, on a variety of programmes. This includes the Supported Progression, Sutton Trust and STEP Summer Schools. Register your interest today.

Summer Schools

Applying to study Anthropology at Durham

The diversity of our community is a vital component of our department’s environment and success. Our staff hail from all parts of the world and share different socio-economic backgrounds. We recognise that many stories make for a more interesting and richer world. Our promise is to support students with diverse economic, ethnic, and other backgrounds underrepresented at Durham University.

If you want to be challenged and inspired to achieve the extraordinary then we’d love to hear from you.

The following resources should help you on your journey to joining us here:

How to apply - a helpful guide to undergraduate course applications made through UCAS.

How to write a personal statement - some great hints and tips to make the most of your supporting statement.

What happens to your application? - it can be useful to know how we are processing applications and what we are looking at.

Undergraduate Scholarship Opportunities - some students may be eligible for additional funding through various scholarship schemes. Take a look and if you're not sure if you're eligible or need help with an application, you can message the Scholarships and Student Funding team.

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Explore our Undergraduate Courses

Find out more about our undergraduate Anthropology degree courses by visiting the individual programme pages or contact us for more information.

Anthropology Undergraduate Courses

You can spend time abroad

Study abroad: We offer a range of activities, options and funding for students from all backgrounds and degrees to gain an international experience during their studies.