Clearing

UK Top 10

ranked 6th in the Guardian University Guide 2023

12 subjects

in the World Top 50 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)

120+ countries

are represented here, creating a diverse and welcoming community

17 colleges

in our distinctive collegiate system

Choose Durham

We offer an education that challenges boundaries, is research-led and transformative, and takes advantage of the latest digital technologies. Find out more about Clearing, and what to expect from student life at Durham right here.

Clearing opportunities

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Clearing advice and guidance

Essential Guide for Students

Our handy overview of what Clearing is, and how it works.
Essential Guide for Parents

Find out everything you need to know to support your child through Clearing.

Essential Guide for Students

Our handy overview of what Clearing is, and how it works.

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Essential Guide for Parents

Find out everything you need to know to support your child through Clearing.

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My tutors at Durham were supportive and helped open my eyes to the different avenues available to me after University. My experiences helped build my confidence, resilience and communication - giving me the necessary skills to represent myself to the best of my ability during interviews.

Astrud Turner

LLB Law

Life in Durham

We like to think we combine the best of many worlds here at Durham University.

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historic setting - our transformative wider student experience will also help you develop as a person.

Explore life as a student in Durham

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Visit us

Undergraduate Discover Durham Tours

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Post-offer Visit Days (Undergraduate)

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Undergraduate Open Days

Self-guided Tours

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Student news

Find out more about what it's like to live and study at Durham from our students and alumni.

Highlights

What is your favourite thing about Durham?

International student video competition winner, Peter Liu from China, tells us why he’s still enjoying his Durham experience, now in his fourth year.
Student support at Durham

Second-year student, Ruby tells us about the types of support available at Durham.