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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.

✓ 30 facts from 14 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

International students should also budget for health insurance, visa and travel costs not shown here.

Reference only. Automatically checked against the college's official pages on 2026-11-12; maintained by Jordan Lee, editor. Colleges can change policies at any time — confirm on the official page before you apply. Spotted an error? Tell us.

Quick summary

Cost per yeartuition £32,500 per year (≈ US$43,200) (varies by programme) + housing and meals £9,810–£11,687 per year (≈ US$13,100–15,600)
Money from the collegeMerit scholarships: international students can receive them.
No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet.
Chances of admissionReference: 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 deadlinesnot yet determined
Where and how students liveDurham · 30 km from NCL airport
HousingFirst-year housing: Guaranteed; housing and meals £9,810–£11,687 per year
Working while studyingDegree-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 graduationGraduate 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.

Financial aid & requirements for international students

Merit scholarshipsYes — international students can receive merit scholarships
Sources (3)
“Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“All new international students (UG)”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English proficiencyEnglish test required unless an exemption applies
  • TOEFL iBT (new 1–6 scale): 4.5 (no section below 4)
  • TOEFL iBT (old 0–120 scale): 80 (no section below 20)
  • IELTS overall: 6.5 (no section below 6)
  • Duolingo English Test: 120 (no section below 110)
  • PTE Academic: 62 (no section below 59)
Sources (10)
“If English is not your first language, then you must provide evidence of your ability in spoken and written English.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT and TOEFL iBT Home edition”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Tests taken from 21 Jan 2026 4.5 with no component under 4”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Undergraduate BAND B”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Tests taken before 21 Jan 2026 80 with no component under 20”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“UKVI/SELT IELTS 6.5 with no component under 6.0”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Pearson Academic PTE 62 (with no less than 59 in each Communicative Skill)”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayYes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offered
Sources (2)
“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 ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Degree programmes taught in EnglishNot yet determined — check the college site ↗

Scholarships for first-year students

Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)

MeritEligibility not stated
£5,000–£10,000 (≈ US$6,700–13,300) / year
  • Amount: £5,000–£10,000 (≈ US$6,700–13,300) / year (2026-27 figure)
Sources (4)
“Durham Inspiring Excellence £5k or £10k (UG)”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“All new international students (UG)”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Durham University Scholarships 2026-27”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Global Sports Award: International Scholarships

AthleticEligibility not stated
Up to £5,000 (≈ US$6,700) / year
  • Amount: Up to £5,000 (≈ US$6,700) / year
Sources (4)
“Global Sports Award: International Scholarships”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Scholarship paid directly against tuition fees”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Supporting high performance sports applicants with European or International fee status.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Up to a maximum of £5,000.00 per academic year”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programme
BA (Hons) Business and Management · 3 years
Source (2)
“BA (Hons) Business and Management”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Course length 3 years full-time”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BSc (Hons) Computer Science · 3 years
Source (2)
“BSc (Hons) Computer Science”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Course length 3 years full-time”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BSc (Hons) Economics · 3 years
Source (2)
“BSc (Hons) Economics”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Course length 3 years full-time”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualificationNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum)
BA (Hons) Business and Management: A-level grades AAB — typical offer
Source (1)
“AAB and a grade 6/B or above in GCSE Mathematics (if Mathematics is not studied at A-Level).”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BA (Hons) Business and Management: IB Diploma points 35/665 — typical offer
Source (1)
“IB diploma score 35 to include 665 in higher-level subjects, including Mathematics.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BSc (Hons) Computer Science: A-level grades A*AA — typical offer
Source (1)
“A*AA including A in Mathematics.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BSc (Hons) Computer Science: IB Diploma points 37/766 — typical offer
Source (1)
“IB diploma score 37 with 766 in higher level subjects, including Mathematics.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BSc (Hons) Economics: A-level grades A*AA — typical offer
Source (1)
“A*AA including Mathematics.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
BSc (Hons) Economics: IB Diploma points 37/766 — typical offer
Source (1)
“IB diploma score 37 with 766 in higher level subjects, including Mathematics.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
September
Source (2)
“Start date September 2027”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Start date September 2027”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application requirement
Personal statement / main essay: Required
Source (1)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Teacher recommendation: Required
Source (1)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
School transcript / academic records: Required (reference)
Source (1)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Deadlines (September 2027 entry)

Application deadlinesNot yet determined — check the college site ↗

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionBA (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)
Housing and meals£9,810–£11,687 per year (≈ US$13,100–15,600) (2026–27 figure)
Living costs (college estimate)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Student health insuranceNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Health insurance rule for the student visaStudent 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Start date September 2027”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“International (full-time): £35,000 per year”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Start date September 2027”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“International (full-time): £32,500 per year”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Start date September 2027”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“New Undergraduate Residence Charges 2026/27”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“En-Suite Room 39-Weeks £8,473.26 Catered £3,213.57 £11,686.83 £299.66”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

US$ 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)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Housing available during breaks
Yes (reference)
Source (1)
“New undergraduate accommodation offers, with limited exceptions, cover a 39-week period from 26 September to 26 June.”
www.durham.ac.uk ↗ · checked 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)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa)
20 government rule
Source (1)
“- part-time during term-time (up to a maximum of 20 hours a week)”
www.gov.uk ↗ · checked 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)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
Graduates employed or in further study (college survey)
88% (2023–24 figure)
Source (1)
“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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Location

City / stateDurham
Nearest major airportNewcastle International Airport (NCL), about 30 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q458393 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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