Why Durham?

Do you want to find out what Durham is really like? Why not find out from the experts themselves? This session will be led by one of our knowledgeable Student Recruitment Team who will tell you more about our University and what we can offer our students. They will be joined by a panel of student ambassadors/alumni who will talk about their experiences.

Monday 20 October 11am
Monday 20 October 4pm
Tuesday 21 October 8pm

Colleges Explained

Our Colleges are at the heart of life at Durham. From day-to-day activities to special events, there are so many ways to make friends and have fun, while increasing your skills and experience. We have invited members of our Colleges and Student Experience Office to speak to you in more detail and explain what it means to have College membership.

Monday 20 October 7pm
Tuesday 21 October 12pm
Tuesday 21 October 3pm

Careers - Where Can My Degree Take Me?

Our careers experts are here to help you understand where your degree can take you following the completion of your chosen course. It doesn't matter if you have no idea about the direction you want to go in, or have a specific career in mind already, during this session we will be able to provide you with lots of useful information and advice. We will also have alumni on hand to share their professional journeys with you since graduating from Durham.

Monday 20 October 8pm
Tuesday 21 October 11am

Success Starts Here: Applying to Durham and Writing a Strong Personal Statement

Do you need some help with completing your application or maybe you're wondering where to start? Join our Undergraduate Admissions Team, as they take you through the application process and provide useful guidance on how to structure your personal statement.

Monday 20 October 12pm
Tuesday 21 October 7pm

Undergraduate Finance & Funding

During this session, Raj Singh, from our Funding Team, will guide you through the costs and funding options for undergraduate study. Please note, this session is primarily aimed at students from the UK, although all students may find some of the advice on budgeting helpful.

Tuesday 21 October 2pm

International Q&A

Are you an international student thinking about coming to Durham? Join staff from our International Office in this Q&A session and get answers to any questions you may have about studying here in the UK.

Tuesday 21 October 12pm

Your World, Your Future: Study Abroad and Placement Years Explained

A Placement Year offers you the opportunity to spend a year gaining valuable work experience during your time at Durham University. It is a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself fully within an organisation, applying the knowledge gained from your studies in a practical setting. Alternatively, why not spend a year studying in a different country? Durham University has over 300 student exchange agreements in Europe and around the world, from Austria to New Zealand! It really is the opportunity of a lifetime! Join this session with our Global Opportunities Team to find out more about both our fantastic programmes and ask your questions.

Monday 20 October 11am
Tuesday 21 October 6pm