Durham University
Durham · Sitio web oficial ↗
Durham University is in Durham, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students: £32,500–£35,000 (≈ US$43,200–46,600) per year (reference). Language: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80. Applying: intake: September. Scholarships: 2 from the university.
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Los estudiantes internacionales también deben presupuestar seguro médico, visa y gastos de viaje que no se muestran aquí.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition £32,500 per year (≈ US$43,200) (varies by programme) + housing and meals £9,810–£11,687 per year (≈ US$13,100–15,600) |
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| Money from the college | Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet. |
| Chances of admission | Reference: A-level grades A*AA (typical offer, BSc (Hons) Computer Science). English minimum: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 80, Duolingo 120, PTE 62. |
| Application deadlines | not yet determined |
| Where and how students live | Durham · 30 km from NCL airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed; housing and meals £9,810–£11,687 per year |
| Working while studying | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. |
| After graduation | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). · 88% of graduates employed or studying (2023-24) |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales
| Becas por mérito | Sí — los estudiantes internacionales pueden recibir becas por méritoFuentes (3)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Competitive award worth £5,000 or £10,000 per year towards the original tuition fee for eligible undergraduate programmes starting in September 2026.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“All new international students (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Dominio del inglés | Examen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exención
Fuentes (10)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If English is not your first language, then you must provide evidence of your ability in spoken and written English.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“You do not need to prove your knowledge of English if you've recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK degree in one of the listed countries/areas, or are from one of the listed countries/areas.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“If you have already completed or are currently completing a degree where at least 1 full academic year was studied in the UK or in another majority English speaking country, then you may be exempt from an additional English language test”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT and TOEFL iBT Home edition”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Tests taken from 21 Jan 2026 4.5 with no component under 4”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Undergraduate BAND B”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Tests taken before 21 Jan 2026 80 with no component under 20”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“UKVI/SELT IELTS 6.5 with no component under 6.0”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Language Test (DET) 120 overall and no less than 110 in any individual Sub scores (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Pearson Academic PTE 62 (with no less than 59 in each Communicative Skill)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredFuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “International students who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, you may be eligible to take a pathway programme at the Durham University International Study Centre”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Completing your pathway programme at the International Study Centre and achieving the required grades means that you can progress to your degree at Durham University City Campus.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
Becas para estudiantes de primer año
Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)
- Amount: £5,000–£10,000 (≈ US$6,700–13,300) / año (2026-27 figure)
Fuentes (4)
“Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Competitive award worth £5,000 or £10,000 per year towards the original tuition fee for eligible undergraduate programmes starting in September 2026.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“All new international students (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Durham University Scholarships 2026-27”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Global Sports Award: International Scholarships
- Amount: Hasta £5,000 (≈ US$6,700) / año
Fuentes (4)
“Global Sports Award: International Scholarships”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Scholarship paid directly against tuition fees”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Supporting high performance sports applicants with European or International fee status.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Up to a maximum of £5,000.00 per academic year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | BA (Hons) Business and Management · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “BA (Hons) Business and Management”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Course length 3 years full-time”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Computer Science · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “BSc (Hons) Computer Science”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Course length 3 years full-time”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Economics · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “BSc (Hons) Economics”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Course length 3 years full-time”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | BA (Hons) Business and Management: A-level grades AAB — typical offer Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “AAB and a grade 6/B or above in GCSE Mathematics (if Mathematics is not studied at A-Level).”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12BA (Hons) Business and Management: IB Diploma points 35/665 — typical offer Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “IB diploma score 35 to include 665 in higher-level subjects, including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Computer Science: A-level grades A*AA — typical offer Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “A*AA including A in Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Computer Science: IB Diploma points 37/766 — typical offer Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “IB diploma score 37 with 766 in higher level subjects, including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Economics: A-level grades A*AA — typical offer Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “A*AA including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Economics: IB Diploma points 37/766 — typical offer Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “IB diploma score 37 with 766 in higher level subjects, including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | September Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Personal statement / main essay: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The application is made up of different sections, including your personal details, qualifications, course choices, a personal statement and a reference.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The application is made up of different sections, including your personal details, qualifications, course choices, a personal statement and a reference.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required (reference) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “As an international undergraduate applicant, as well as submitting your application through UCAS you will also need to send scanned copies of your qualifications (including your score in any English language test you have undertaken) to our Recruitment and Admissions Office.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| Application deadlines | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
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Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | BA (Hons) Business and Management: £32,500 per year (≈ US$43,200) (reference) BSc (Hons) Computer Science: £35,000 per year (≈ US$46,600) (reference) BSc (Hons) Economics: £32,500 per year (≈ US$43,200) (reference) |
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| Housing and meals | £9,810–£11,687 per year (≈ US$13,100–15,600) (2026–27 figure) |
| Living costs (college estimate) | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | Student visa applicants must pay the immigration healthcare surcharge as part of the visa application; the amount depends on visa length. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | £1,171–£1,529 per month (≈ US$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Fuentes (11)
“International (full-time): £32,500 per year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“International (full-time): £35,000 per year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“International (full-time): £32,500 per year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“New Undergraduate Residence Charges 2026/27”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Twin Room, Shared Bathroom Facilities 39-Weeks £6,596.85 Catered £3,213.57 £9,810.41 £251.55”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“En-Suite Room 39-Weeks £8,473.26 Catered £3,213.57 £11,686.83 £299.66”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.
Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “We know that the majority of first-year undergraduate students thrive when they live in college and we can guarantee an offer of accommodation to those who apply for it.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Housing available during breaks | Yes (reference) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “New undergraduate accommodation offers, with limited exceptions, cover a 39-week period from 26 September to 26 June.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Degree-level full-time students at a higher education provider with a track record of compliance may work part-time in term-time (max 20 hours a week) and full-time during vacations. government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Full-time course at degree level or above Then the following work is permitted: - part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week) - full-time during vacations, including the period before the course starts”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Graduate visa: 2 years if applying on or before 31 December 2026; 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027 (3 years for PhD/doctoral). government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026 18 months if you apply on or after 1 January 2027 If you have a PhD or other doctoral qualification, it will last for 3 years.”www.gov.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Graduates employed or in further study (college survey) | 88% (2023–24 figure) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “88% of Durham's graduates were in work or further study 15 months post graduation - Graduate Outcomes Data 2026 (for students who graduated in 2023-24).”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Ubicación
| City / state | Durham |
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| Nearest major airport | Newcastle International Airport (NCL), about 30 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q458393 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).