Introduction to Durham University
Durham University, founded in 1832, is one of the oldest universities in Britain and a member of Russell University Group. The school is divided into two campuses, namely Durham Campus and Queens Campus. [1] Durham University is a collegiate university (the other two collegiate universities in Britain are Oxford University and Cambridge University), and * * * is divided into 16 College. Durham University Times described: "For a long time, as the best choice other than Oxford University and Cambridge University, Durham University has attracted" a large number of students from middle class and richer families ". [2] Many subjects in this school enjoy a high social reputation. She adopted an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research, and achieved good results. The university library of this university is huge, and it is one of the six "major libraries in the world" in Britain, with nearly 2 million books and more than 2,500 magazines.
Durham University, as one of the top universities in the world 100, ranked fifth in Britain in The Times on 20 13. In 2005, it was named the best university of the year by the Sunday Times.
Durham University is a very unique university: a university that combines the ancient traditions and modern values of the university. We strive for the highest academic reputation and research results, and truly change society and the world. We are equally committed to excellent teaching, education and knowledge dissemination.
As a famous university in Britain, the academic department of Durham University is responsible for carrying out academic and research activities and integrating with various colleges. Colleges are not only educational entities, but also places to provide accommodation-they provide an activity center for students to exercise, communicate and live.
In July 2009, following Yale University and the National University of Singapore, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair announced the establishment of a strategic partnership with Durham University to build a global network for 20 top universities around the world, and cooperated with Tony Blair Foundation to spread beliefs and initiatives on globalization.
Academic achievements of Durham University
school achievement
grade
20 13:
Comprehensive ranking:
The Times ranks fifth in Britain.
The Sunday Times ranks third in Britain.
The complete university guide ranks fifth in the UK.
Times Higher Education Supplement ranks 80th in the world.
QS ranks 92nd in the world.
20 12:
Times Higher Education Supplement ranks 83rd in the world.
Business School Ranking: The Financial Times ranks 25th in the world.
school achievement
The following data comes from the RAE2008 British University Research Strength Ranking.
The top three majors in the UK:
English, archaeology, anthropology, French, engineering, geography, history, Iberian, Italian, theology and religion.
The top five majors in the UK:
Biology, science, German, ancient Roman history, mathematics, Middle East and African studies, philosophy, physics and astronomy, Russia and Eastern Europe, social work, sociology and kinematics.
Top ten majors in the UK:
Financial accounting, Asian studies, economy, education, geology, law, linguistics, medicine, music, politics.
Major setting of Durham University
Master's degree course
1. Law: Master of Law, Master of Science in Information Technology, Design and Operation Engineering, Master of Science in Network System and E-commerce.
2. Health, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine: Master of Science in Clinical Management
3. English Language Studies: Master of Arts in Arabic/English Translation and Master of Arts in Translation Studies.
4. Engineering Technology: Master of Science in Communication Engineering and Master of Science in Software Engineering Management.
5. Education: Master of Arts in English Foreign Language Teaching and Master of Arts in Education.
6. Creative Arts, Design and Media: Master of Arts in Composition
7. Business and Management: Master of Science in Strategic Marketing, Master of Science in Management and Master of Science in Finance.
8. Arts, humanities and social sciences: Master of Arts in Archaeology, Master of Arts in Bible Studies, Master of Arts in Modern History, Master of Arts in Geography, Master of Arts in Risk and Safety, Master of Arts in Religion and Social Studies, Master of Arts in Public Policy and Health, Master of Arts in National Defense, Development and Diplomacy, Master of Arts in Christian Theology, Master of Arts in Arab World Studies, and Master of Arts in New and Renewable Energy.
Bachelor's degree course
1. Sports leisure management: Bachelor of Arts in sports, fitness and sports activities.
2. Science: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Bachelor of Science in Biology, Bachelor of Science in Physics, Bachelor of Science in Natural Science and Bachelor of Science in Mathematics.
3. Information Technology: Bachelor of Computer Science, Bachelor of Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Comprehensive Engineering.
4. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Primary Education and Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies (English Studies)
5. Business and Management: Bachelor of Arts in business economics, Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science, Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Bachelor of Arts in Marketing, Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Finance.
6. Arts, humanities and social sciences: Bachelor of Ancient History, Bachelor of Political Science, Bachelor of English Literature, Bachelor of Psychology, Bachelor of Philosophy, Bachelor of Earth Science, Bachelor of International Relations, Bachelor of History, Bachelor of Geography, Bachelor of Anthropology (Honors).