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OPEN DAYS
JOINING DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Experience Durham University at an Open Day. Pre-application Open Days are the best way for you to see what we offer and to be inspired by our academic departments, colleges and student facilities.
You will have heard about our excellent reputation. Here are a few things you may not know...
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OUR ACADEMIC QUALITY
OUR HIGH COMPLETION RATE
Durham University is ranked 70th in the world in The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015–16, 28th in the world for Arts and Humanities and 36th for Social Sciences, demonstrating our strength in both research and teaching.
96% of our undergraduates successfully complete their degree according to The Complete University Guide 2016 (sector average 86%).
In The Complete University Guide 2016, 90% of our subjects were in the UK top 10 and we are ranked 5th overall in both The Complete University Guide 2016 and The Times and Sunday Times University Guide 2016.
The QS World University Rankings ® 2015–16 placed us in the top 40 universities globally for employer reputation. This demonstrates the high regard in which Durham University graduates are held worldwide and the demand for their expertise.
OUR SATISFIED STUDENTS 90% of our students are satisfied with their experience at Durham University according to the National Student Survey 2015 (sector average 85%).
Above left: Queen’s Campus, Stockton Below: Elvet Bridge and Durham Cathedral
We offer many opportunities for teachers to get involved with us. These include free conferences in Durham, London and further afield as well as lots of useful teaching resources. We have a variety of events and resources for you to take advantage of, including: •O ur annual HE Advisers Conference which takes place each January at Durham University
With thanks to all staff and students of Durham University and external partners who contributed to the production of this prospectus.
In 2014, a total of 88% of UK and EU graduates from Durham University secured employment or went on to further study within six months of graduating.
QS World University Rankings ® 2015–16
DEVELOPING SKILLS FOR LIFE
These skills can be developed through the impressive range of extracurricular activities we provide. Skills gained at Durham University are the skills we know many employers are looking for, and ones which could really make you stand out from the crowd in the employment market.
Resources and events for teachers and HE advisers
•O ur Easter and Summer conferences for teachers in particular subject areas
OUR GRADUATES ARE IN DEMAND
WHEN YOU JOIN DURHAM UNIVERSITY YOU WILL BE STUDYING AT A WORLD TOP 100 UNIVERSITY.
During your time with us we aim to equip you with the skills you need for life.
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TEAMWORK
CRITICAL THINKING
LEADERSHIP
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
COMMUNICATION
PROBLEM-SOLVING
COMMERCIAL AWARENESS
TIME MANAGEMENT
ENTERPRISE
INITIATIVE
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•W e support independent study in schools through our annual Sutton Trust Teacher Summer School •W e provide online resources to support your teaching and HE application advice. 2016 will see events in Music, Business and Economics, and Earth Sciences. To get involved or to find out more about us, visit our website www.durham.ac.uk/ forteachers or email teachers.conferences@ durham.ac.uk or tweet using #DUForTeachers
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Front cover images From left to right: The Bill Bryson Library, Durham City; Psychology research, Wolfson Research Institute, Queen’s Campus; Graduation; Anthropology Department’s South Africa field trip; Business students, Queen’s Campus; Men’s hockey; The Palatine Centre, Durham City; Pharmacy students in lab, Queen’s Campus.
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