Durham University

Russell Group Member • QS World #94

Durham, North East England, United Kingdom

Durham University

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Durham University, established in 1832, is England's third oldest university and a prestigious member of the Russell Group. As a world-leading research-intensive university, Durham ranks #94 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and is renowned for its unique collegiate system and exceptional academic reputation. The university comprises 17 colleges and is home to over 20,000 students from more than 150 countries. Durham excels in archaeology, geography, theology, law, and business, and is often referred to as one of the "UK's Ivy League" universities.See More

#94

QS World University Ranking 2026

1832

England's Third Oldest University

Colleges in Collegiate System

Russell Group

UK's Leading Research Universities

Campuses

Durham University operates a unique collegiate system, with its main campus in the historic city of Durham and Queen's Campus in Stockton serving as the International Study Centre.

Durham City

Queen's Campus

Location

Durham City Centre, North East England, UK

Nearby

Located in the historic city of Durham, adjacent to the UNESCO World Heritage Site — Durham Castle and Durham Cathedral. The campus is spread along the River Wear, offering beautiful scenery and is often ranked among the UK's most beautiful university campuses.

Getting Here

10 minutes walk from Durham Railway Station. About 3 hours direct train from London King's Cross. 30 minutes drive from Newcastle International Airport (NCL), 2.5 hours by train from Manchester Airport.

Schools

The main campus houses all 17 colleges and academic departments including: Business School, Law School, School of Education, School of Engineering, Department of Computer Science, Department of Physics, Department of Chemistry, Department of Geography, Department of Archaeology, Department of History, Department of English Studies, School of Modern Languages, Department of Theology & Religion, and more.

About

Durham City campus is the main campus of Durham University, spread across the Peninsula, Elvet, and Mountjoy areas. It features the iconic Bill Bryson Library, historic college buildings, and modern teaching facilities. This is the primary learning location for all undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Spring

Mar - May

5-13°C

Summer

Jun - Aug

12-20°C

Autumn

Sep - Nov

6-14°C

Winter

Dec - Feb

1-7°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Mar - May	5-13°C
Summer	Jun - Aug	12-20°C
Autumn	Sep - Nov	6-14°C
Winter	Dec - Feb	1-7°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ London Heathrow (LHR) Direct + Train to Durham

MYR 2,800-4,500 (13hr flight + 3hr train)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Dubai (DXB) Transit ↔ Newcastle (NCL)

MYR 2,600-4,200 (~17hr + 30min train)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Singapore (SIN) Transit ↔ Manchester (MAN)

MYR 3,000-4,800 (~16hr + 2.5hr train)

Location

Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, North East England, UK

Nearby

Located in Thornaby on the banks of the River Tees, about 40 minutes drive from Durham city. Surrounded by modern commercial and residential areas, offering convenient amenities and relatively lower living costs.

Getting Here

10 minutes walk from Thornaby Railway Station. 30 minutes by train from Durham Station, 45 minutes drive from Newcastle Airport, 15 minutes drive from Teesside Airport.

Programmes

Queen's Campus now primarily serves as Durham University's International Study Centre, offering foundation and pre-master's programmes to help international students prepare for undergraduate or postgraduate study at Durham.

About

Queen's Campus was established in 1992 and features modern teaching facilities, library, and student accommodation. The campus provides comprehensive student support services and is an ideal starting point for international students beginning their UK study journey. Upon completion of foundation programmes, students transfer to the main Durham City campus.

Spring

Mar - May

5-13°C

Summer

Jun - Aug

12-19°C

Autumn

Sep - Nov

6-13°C

Winter

Dec - Feb

1-6°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Mar - May	5-13°C
Summer	Jun - Aug	12-19°C
Autumn	Sep - Nov	6-13°C
Winter	Dec - Feb	1-6°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Dubai (DXB) Transit ↔ Newcastle (NCL)

MYR 2,600-4,200 (~17hr + 1hr train)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Amsterdam (AMS) Transit ↔ Newcastle (NCL)

MYR 2,800-4,500 (~16hr + 1hr train)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ London Heathrow (LHR) Direct + Train to Stockton

MYR 2,800-4,500 (13hr flight + 3.5hr train)

Living Costs Estimation

Based on UK government guidelines and official estimates. Durham is one of the more affordable cities in the UK for students. The two campuses are in different towns with varying living costs.

Durham City Campus Area

Accommodation (per month)

£500-£700 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

£200-£300 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

£30-£60 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

£80-£120 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

£150-£250 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

£960-£1,430 MYR 0

* Historic city, catered or self-catered college accommodation available

Queen's Campus Area (Stockton)

Accommodation (per month)

£400-£550 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

£180-£280 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

£40-£80 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

£70-£110 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

£120-£200 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

£810-£1,220 MYR 0

* Modern town, lower living costs, ideal for foundation students

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