Durham University is a collegiate public research university in Durham, England, founded by an Act of Parliament in 1832 and incorporated by royal charter in 1837. It was the first recognised university to open in England for more than 600 years, after Oxford and Cambridge, and is thus the third-oldest university in England. As a collegiate university, its m…
Durham University is a collegiate public research university in Durham, England, founded by an Act of Parliament in 1832 and incorporated by royal charter in 1837. It was the first recognised university to open in England for more than 600 years, after Oxford and Cambridge, and is thus the third-oldest university in England. As a collegiate university, its main functions are divided between the academic departments of the university and its 17 colleges. In general, the departments perform research and provide teaching to students, while the colleges are responsible for their domestic arrangements and welfare.
Other name: The University of Durham
Motto: Latin: Fundamenta eius super montibus sanctis
Motto in English: Her foundations are upon the holy hills (Psalm 87:1)
Type: Public research university
Established: 1832 (university status)
Academic affiliations: ACU · Coimbra Group · EUA · Matariki Network of Universities · N8 Research Partnership · Russell Group · Universities UK
Endowment: £106.6 million (2024; exclusive of independent colleges)
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