Futures in STEM
Apply to Futures in STEM!
Applications for the 2025-26 programme are now open!
What is Futures in STEM?
Futures in STEM is an academic and pastoral support programme, targeted at students who are aiming to pursue the study of chemistry, computer science, engineering, maths or physics at university.
We are excited to be able to offer our student participants the opportunity to take part in a variety of online subject specific tutorials, mentoring, guest lectures and activities designed to prepare them for university study to help make sure they are ready to apply for and succeed in Higher Education.
Participants will experience what it is like to be a part of Durham University, with regular contact with tutors, mentors (Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering and Physics Programmes) and academics from across the Faculty of Science. Futures in STEM will be a fun, encouraging and intellectually stimulating introduction to Durham University and studying at university.
Futures in STEM is part of the National Levelling Up: STEM suite of programmes. This is a joint programme with the London Mathematical Society (LMS) and the Institute of Physics (IoP). There are also Chemistry, Maths and Physics programmes running at other universities. Please visit their websites for more details.
Who can take part?
Please see the essential and subject-specific criteria on our Eligibility & Selection Criteria webpage.
Key Dates
6 December 2024 – Application process opens
31 January 2025 – Application process closes
17 – 23 February 2025 – Applicants contacted with application outcomes
19 March 2025 – Futures in STEM Cohort 5 Launch event
Computer Science Programme
Learn more about the Futures in Computer Science programme
Engineering Programme
Learn more about the Rod Taylor Futures in Engineering programme
Policies and Resources
Have a look at our policy zone for more information.