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Durham University

durham.ac.ukUniversities, United Kingdom

Measured 26 Oct 2026, published 26 Oct 2026.

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Visibility this week

1.8%No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 9 of 491 eligible answers.

29th of 30new

First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 9 eligible answers this week

Change over time

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Durham UniversityCategory average

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Measured	Durham University	Category average	Rank
26 Oct 2026	1.8%	5.0%	29th

What the results show

The scan of 26 Oct 2026, read plainly. Every figure here appears elsewhere on this page; nothing is estimated.

Durham University was named in 9 of 491 eligible AI answers to 179 universities questions in the scan of 26 Oct 2026: a visibility of 1.8%. It ranks 29th of 30 companies measured. This is its first published reading, so there is no change to show yet. The category average is 5.0%, so Durham University sits 3.2 pp below it.

By engine, Durham University is strongest on Google AI Mode (2.8%, named in 5 of 178 answers) and weakest on ChatGPT (1.1%). It is above the category average on 0 of 3 engines.

It appears in answers to 7 of 179 questions. Where it is absent, other measured companies are named instead, most often University of Bristol.

By engine

Each engine was asked the same questions. The company against the category average on each engine, on one scale.

ChatGPT
Named in 2 of 179 answers · most visible: University of Bristol, 15.6%
Durham University: 1.1%
Category average: 6.5%

The questions

Which of the 179 questions the engines named Durham University for, and which they answered with other companies instead.

Where Durham University is named

Named in answers to 7 of 179 questions this week. Most often:

I enjoy history and want to explore heritage or archaeology too. What UK undergraduate programmes and universities might suit me?
Course and subject fitNamed in 2 of 2 answers · 2 of 3 engines
I’m considering a degree in education or a subject-based route into teaching. Which UK universities and undergraduate programmes are worth comparing?
Course and subject fitNamed in 2 of 3 answers · 2 of 3 engines

Recorded answers

A sample of the answers collected in this scan, with the engine, the capture time, who was named and what was cited.

Showing 10 of 10 recorded answers in this sample.

ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:04 UTC
“I enjoy history and want to explore heritage or archaeology too. What UK undergraduate programmes and universities might suit me?”
… with a more interdisciplinary approach. www.ox.ac.uk/ [www.york.ac.uk](https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses-2026/ba-archaeology-heritage/ ## 4\. What could you do with one of these degrees? Your choice of course can help …
Durham University namedCourse and subject fit
Also named: University of York, Newcastle University, Cardiff University, University of Southampton, University College London, University of Manchester, University of Oxford
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“What UK universities could I consider for a degree with strong career preparation, and how should I compare their international fee status and visa arrangements?”
… - Target & Specialist Hubs: The University of Warwick (renowned for business and finance links) and Durham University (strong in law and economics) offer deep corporate recruitment pipelines.[[1]](https://www.durhamisc.com/blog/best-courses-to-study-in-uk)[[2]](https://www.prospects.ac.uk/postgraduate-study/study-abroad/study-in-the-uk/) - Affordable / Post-92 Alternatives: Queen Margaret University, Leeds Trinity University, and Edge Hill University feature lower baseline international tuition fees while maintaining full UKVI sponsor …
Durham University namedInternational study
Also named: Imperial College London, University of Manchester, University of Warwick, University of Cambridge, Newcastle University
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Where should I look in the UK for a humanities PhD with engaged supervisors and an active research community?”
… at entire universities, focus on specific faculties, research centres, and departments renowned for high postgraduate support and active seminar series: - Durham University (Arts and Humanities): Features major research institutes (e.g., the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies) that pull PhD students into active interdisciplinary clusters, reading groups, and symposia. - University of Manchester (Faculty of Humanities): Offers a large, structured postgraduate community with dedicated faculty research centers, clear supervisor-matching tools, and strong peer-led seminar …
Durham University namedResearch degrees and academic research
Also named: University of Manchester, University of Leeds, University of Sussex
- humanities.manchester.ac.uk
- ids.ac.uk
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:04 UTC
“Which UK universities offer doctoral projects with external research partners, and how can I find options with clear supervisory support?”
… Source: University of Manchester. [www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk](https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/study/research/funding-fees/funded-programmes/mrc-dtp/ --- Durham University Physical sciences · Astronomy · Engineering Durham describes Industrial CASE studentships and faculty industry scholarships involving external organisations and joint academic–partner supervision. Why consider it\: particularly useful if you want a defined project with a named non-academic collaborator. [Explore science doctoral funding …
Durham University namedResearch degrees and academic research
Also named: University of Leeds, University of Manchester, University of Bristol, University of Liverpool, University of Oxford
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:02 UTC
“I’m considering a degree in education or a subject-based route into teaching. Which UK universities and undergraduate programmes are worth comparing?”
… schools.[[1]](https://www.brighton.ac.uk/studying-here/subject-areas/education-and-teaching/teaching-undergraduate/index.aspx) - University of Exeter / Durham University / University of Cambridge - Programmes: BA/BEd Education studies and teacher training routes. - Why compare: Consistently ranked at the top of national league tables for education and research quality (see the Complete University Guide subject …
Durham University namedCourse and subject fit
Also named: University of Exeter, University of Cambridge
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:02 UTC
“I enjoy history and want to explore heritage or archaeology too. What UK undergraduate programmes and universities might suit me?”
… pathways like Historical Archaeology.[[1]](https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/[redacted]/course ### Top UK Undergraduate Programmes & Universities 1. Durham University – BA Historical Archaeology - Why it suits you: Durham has one of the premier archaeology departments in the world. This specific joint interdisciplinary degree bridges the departments of Archaeology and History, allowing you to study historical periods, landscapes, buildings, and material culture alongside traditional history. - Check it out: Explore the Durham University Historical Archaeology Course …
Durham University namedCourse and subject fit
Also named: University of Nottingham, University of Liverpool, University of Cambridge, University of Oxford
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:02 UTC
“I’m considering a degree in education or a subject-based route into teaching. Which UK universities and undergraduate programmes are worth comparing?”
… their collegiate systems and educational societies provide exceptional networks if you later transition into secondary teaching via their PGCE tracks. - Durham University: Highly rated in the Complete University Guide for combining strong core subject departments with specialized education modules. - King’s College London: Excellent for STEM or humanities subject degrees with concurrent or closely linked secondary education pathways, benefiting from a central London location with diverse …
Durham University namedCourse and subject fit
Also named: University of Exeter, University of Warwick, University of Oxford, University of Cambridge
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Which UK universities are worth considering for international students seeking flexible study options, and what practical details should I compare?”
For international students looking at UK universities, I’d focus on institutions that offer flexible modes of study, clear international-student support, transparent total costs, and qualifications that fit your career goals\. Flexibility can mean different things: studying online from your home country, attending part-time while working, choosing evening or weekend classes, taking a blended course, or starting in different months of the year. Not every university offers all of these, and flexibility can differ substantially between courses at the same institution. ## UK universities …
Durham University not namedInternational study
Also named: The Open University, Queen Mary University of London, University of York
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Which UK universities offer exchange, joint-degree or dual-award options for international applicants, and what should I compare when shortlisting these programmes?”
Many top UK universities offer global exchange, joint-degree, and dual-award programmes tailored for international applicants . These qualifications differ significantly from traditional single-subject degrees and allow you to study across multiple institutions and continents.[[1]](https://www.port.ac.uk/study/dual-degrees)[[2]](https://gradright.com/dual-degree-courses-in-the-uk-top-universities-benefits-admission/) --- ### 1. Types of Global Programmes Available Before shortlisting, it is important to distinguish between the three primary structures: - Dual-Award / Double Degrees: …
Durham University not namedInternational study
Also named: University of Portsmouth, University of Warwick, Queen Mary University of London, University of Sussex, University of Glasgow
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 18:00 UTC
“Please suggest UK universities or research institutes for a lab-based PhD where I can assess research facilities, group culture and supervision quality.”
When looking for a lab-based PhD in the UK where you can tangibly evaluate facilities, group culture, and supervision quality, your best targets are major research-intensive universities (often part of the Russell Group) and dedicated independent research institutes . These institutions typically have structured Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs), transparent feedback mechanisms, and high concentrations of well-funded labs. Here is a breakdown of top-tier UK institutions renowned for world-class lab infrastructure, alongside practical strategies to evaluate their culture and supervision …
Durham University not namedResearch degrees and academic research
Also named: University of Cambridge, University of Oxford, Imperial College London, University College London, University of Manchester

Passages are the part of each answer around the mention, or the opening where the company is absent. Times are when the answer was collected.

Sources and citations

Where the answers that named the company pointed. A citation is a link the engine showed; it is not an endorsement.

1 of the 9 answers naming Durham University linked to its own website (11%). A citation is a link in the answer; it is recorded where the engine showed one.

thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk4
ucas.com2
ukri.org

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Measured against the same questions

The most visible companies in the industry and the companies either side of this one, this week.

Against the 29 other companies measured, Durham University ranks 29th. University of Manchester is the most visible at 11.0%, 9.2 pp ahead. University of Sussex (2.0%) sits just above it.

Competitors measured against the same questions, with Durham University in position
#	Company	Visibility	Change
1	University of Manchester	11.0%, 54 of 491 eligible answers	No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.
2	University of Bristol

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