Durham University
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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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Les étudiants internationaux doivent aussi prévoir un budget pour l'assurance santé, le visa et les frais de voyage, qui ne figurent pas ici.
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.
Aide financière et conditions pour les étudiants internationaux
| Bourses au mérite | Oui — les étudiants internationaux peuvent recevoir des bourses au mériteSources (3)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All new international students (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Niveau d'anglais | Test d'anglais obligatoire, sauf dispense
Sources (10)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “If English is not your first language, then you must provide evidence of your ability in spoken and written English.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT and TOEFL iBT Home edition”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Tests taken from 21 Jan 2026 4.5 with no component under 4”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Undergraduate BAND B”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Tests taken before 21 Jan 2026 80 with no component under 20”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“UKVI/SELT IELTS 6.5 with no component under 6.0”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Pearson Academic PTE 62 (with no less than 59 in each Communicative Skill)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredSources (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
Bourses pour les étudiants de première année
Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)
- Amount: £5,000–£10,000 (≈ US$6,700–13,300) / an (2026-27 figure)
Sources (4)
“Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“All new international students (UG)”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Durham University Scholarships 2026-27”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Global Sports Award: International Scholarships
- Amount: Jusqu'à £5,000 (≈ US$6,700) / an
Sources (4)
“Global Sports Award: International Scholarships”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Scholarship paid directly against tuition fees”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Supporting high performance sports applicants with European or International fee status.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Up to a maximum of £5,000.00 per academic year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | BA (Hons) Business and Management · 3 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “BA (Hons) Business and Management”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Course length 3 years full-time”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Computer Science · 3 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “BSc (Hons) Computer Science”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Course length 3 years full-time”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Economics · 3 years Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “BSc (Hons) Economics”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Course length 3 years full-time”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | BA (Hons) Business and Management: A-level grades AAB — typical offer Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “AAB and a grade 6/B or above in GCSE Mathematics (if Mathematics is not studied at A-Level).”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12BA (Hons) Business and Management: IB Diploma points 35/665 — typical offer Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “IB diploma score 35 to include 665 in higher-level subjects, including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Computer Science: A-level grades A*AA — typical offer Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “A*AA including A in Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Computer Science: IB Diploma points 37/766 — typical offer Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “IB diploma score 37 with 766 in higher level subjects, including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Economics: A-level grades A*AA — typical offer Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “A*AA including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12BSc (Hons) Economics: IB Diploma points 37/766 — typical offer Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “IB diploma score 37 with 766 in higher level subjects, including Mathematics.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | September Source (2)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Personal statement / main essay: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12Teacher recommendation: Required Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required (reference) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (September 2027 entry)
| Application deadlines | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
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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 — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — consultez le site de l'université ↗ |
| 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$1,600–2,000) (reference) |
Sources (11)
“International (full-time): £32,500 per year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“International (full-time): £35,000 per year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“International (full-time): £32,500 per year”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Start date September 2027”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“New Undergraduate Residence Charges 2026/27”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“Twin Room, Shared Bathroom Facilities 39-Weeks £6,596.85 Catered £3,213.57 £9,810.41 £251.55”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“En-Suite Room 39-Weeks £8,473.26 Catered £3,213.57 £11,686.83 £299.66”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12“You’ll also have to pay the healthcare surcharge as part of your application. How much you pay depends on how long your visa lasts.”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11“£1,529 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses in London £1,171 per month (for up to 9 months) for courses outside London”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11US$ 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 Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
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| Housing available during breaks | Yes (reference) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “New undergraduate accommodation offers, with limited exceptions, cover a 39-week period from 26 September to 26 June.”www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · vérifié le 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 Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 government rule Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”www.gov.uk ↗ · vérifié le 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 Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-11 |
| Graduates employed or in further study (college survey) | 88% (2023–24 figure) Source (1)Cité dans la version originale anglaise du site de l'université. “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 ↗ · vérifié le 2026-11-12 |
Lieu
| 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).