The Foundation Programme is designed for students from under-represented groups in higher education, who have the potential to achieve but who, because of educational disadvantage or disruption, do not have the level of attainment or access to qualifications required for standard entry to a Durham University course. Please note there are eligibility criteria.
This career-powered course connects you with industry through placements, real-world projects, an expert panel of leading professionals and competitions with local businesses like TengTools. The course covers the newest developments in brand communications, AI, digital and social media plus critical areas like consumer behaviour, data analysis and innovation. You put your learning into practice through our Marketing Club, which gives you the chance to work on live campaigns with small enterprises. So you gain the most up-to-date marketing skills and hands-on experience, ensuring you’re ready for the marketing roles of tomorrow.
This course provides you with a foundational knowledge of the principles of AI, as well as proficiency in programming languages and software tools for AI development. You will also gain an understanding of the legal, ethical, social and professional implications of AI. The practical knowledge and skills developed will enable you to apply AI techniques to solve real-world problems in a variety of fields, including healthcare, finance, cybersecurity and manufacturing and industry.
Our BSc Business Management with Marketing programme, developed with insights from leading firms like Unilever and Big Cat, equips you to become a marketing specialist ready to thrive in today’s competitive business landscape.
You will gain versatile, job-ready skills, enabling you to tackle marketing challenges in an ever-evolving business environment. Close connections with industry professionals ensure you stay ahead of trends and graduate ready to make an impact.
By combining the fields of media, marketing and public relations, this course prepares you for a range of roles in the creative industries. Modern media formats are embedded across all units, with a focus on developing practical skills in radio, TV, podcasting, written journalism, digital design and social media content creation. The media units enable you to become an effective and responsible media analyst and communicator while the marketing and PR element of the degree build your skills in PR consultancy and marketing campaign planning.
The world faces major challenges in meeting the current and future demand for sustainable and secure energy supply and use. The one-year Energy Technologies MPhil programme is designed for graduates who want to help tackle these problems by developing practical engineering solutions, and who want to learn more about the fundamental science and the technologies involved in energy utilisation, electricity generation, energy efficiency, and alternative energy.
Turn your passion for science into a thriving career in Biomedical Science. Delve into the intricacies of the human body and the mysteries behind diseases.
Study at the forefront of Biomedical Science and see first-hand how research drives clinical advancements. This degree not only provides a solid foundation in Biomedical Science but also prepares you to make impactful contributions to the field.
The energy crisis is forcing the world to secure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.
Our MSc programme in Sustainable Energy Systems will equip you to contribute to a more sustainable future.
The programme is grounded in engineering, but you will be encouraged to consider the societal, economic, environmental and policy aspects of the industry.
This course combines project management and cost management skills to provide you with a holistic and streamlined perspective to meet sector and industry needs. You will be taught by academic staff with relevant professional experience in quantity surveying, project management, commercial management, civil engineering and construction procurement.
Our professionally orientated Accounting and Finance degree is consistently ranked highly in major UK league tables. You will gain a solid grounding in core management areas and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to operate effectively in the fast-paced world of multinational companies and global financial markets.
Computer science is about understanding computer systems and networks at a deep level. You will use your understanding of mathematical reasoning to reason rigorously about the behaviours of computer programmes and systems.
This course concentrates on creating links between theory and practice, covering a wide variety of software and hardware technologies and their applications.
Here at Cambridge, we pioneered computer science and we continue to lead its development today.
Our links to Computing go back to the 1930s when Alan Turing developed the theoretical foundations for computation. We’ve been at the forefront of Computer Science research ever since.
This is a broad and deep course that covers all aspects of modern computer science.
The innovators of the 21st century will think across arts, science, engineering, humanities and enterprise to deliver innovative products, services and ways of living. They will be team players with a breadth of skills and qualities that enable them to work across specialisms and cultures.
This course combines in-depth subject specialism at the University of Bristol alongside interdisciplinary, practice-based learning. In conjunction with your computer science studies, you will apply your subject knowledge by translating ideas into innovative solutions, which may include plans for digital and creative enterprises, both social and commercial.
Our BA (Hons) Interior Architecture and Design degree course is your chance to reimagine and transform existing buildings to create inspiring spaces for people to live, play, and work.
You'll develop the essential creative and technical skills, together with materials and construction knowledge, to create stunning interiors that are sustainable, inclusive and imaginative.
Explore issues, problems and key theoretical debates that are crucial to international politics, preparing to lead a more ethical, practical and innovative change.
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Prepare to shape your future in global affairs with our MA in International Relations. Delve into key debates and gain practical insights to lead impactful change worldwide.
If you're fascinated by the interplay of science, technology and music, BSc Acoustics and Music Technology is for you.
Equipping you to invent the future of acoustics, audio and music technology, our interdisciplinary programme brings together:
- maths
- physics
- music
Our acoustics and music technology programme supports you in designing the music tools, spaces and software of tomorrow, developing your scientific skills and creative mindset.
What you will study
In your first year, you’ll study topics that are fundamental to veterinary biosciences, including biochemistry, cell biology, principles of evolution, molecular biology and genetics, microbiology, and veterinary anatomy and physiology, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree.
MSc Marketing is aimed at providing a comprehensive understanding of marketing in the 21st century. It is both global and strategic in outlook, helping you understand the complex and dynamic world of marketing. You learn how to reconcile operational, tactical and strategic approaches with a deep awareness of the impact that the digital world is having on how we consider marketing. Key areas include responsible leadership, digital business acumen, and equality, diversity, and inclusivity (EDI). Classroom learning is integrated with real-world application through projects with leading employers, guided by our experienced faculty.
This unique, professionally oriented course was designed alongside the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) Undergraduate Partnership Programme (UPP) one of three universities at which this is offered. This partnership ensures that our curriculum is relevant to the industry and provides students with the opportunity to gain credit towards some accountancy papers. You will also be met with further opportunities such as networking events and field trips run by the ICAEW and access to training software and platforms through their website.
Make a positive impact on people’s lives as a registered nurse on one of the UK’s top nursing programmes (ranked third in the UK: QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025).
This degree equips you with the skills, knowledge, and experience to provide compassionate care to adults. After graduating, you can register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as an adult nurse.