Durham University Ranked 309th in QS World University Rankings 2025

Excellence in Teaching and Research Recognized

Durham University has maintained its position as a globally outstanding center of teaching and research, according to the recently released QS World University Rankings 2025.

The university has been ranked 309th overall, reflecting its strong performance across all four pillars of the rankings: reputation, employer reputation, citations per faculty, and international faculty ratio.

Durham performed particularly well in the category of employer reputation, ranking among the top 200 universities globally for this indicator. This is a testament to the University;s graduates are highly sought after by employers around the world.

In addition to the overall ranking, Durham University has also been ranked in the top 50 for several subject areas, including:

• Education
• History
• Law
• Medicine
• Psychology

These rankings are a reflection of Durham University's commitment to providing world-class teaching and research in a supportive and inclusive environment. The university is proud to be recognized for its excellence and will continue to strive to improve in the years to come.