Durham is home to 2100 international students, who come from over 120 countries. We welcome applications from international students and we are confident that you will get a flavour of our exciting and invigorating educational and research environment as you explore Durham through our web pages.

Durham University is a world-class university in two locations: in the city of Durham and at our Queen's Campus in Stockton. In both locations the University is engaged in:

v     high-quality teaching and learning

v     advanced research and partnership with business

v     regional and community partnerships and initiatives

services for conferences, events and visitor accommodation

Reasons why Durham is first choice for international students

1. Exceptional and unique support services
2. Research excellence
3. Employers like Durham graduates
4. A safe place to live
5. Global alumni network
6. A healthy community
7. Amazing study environment
8. Foundation Programmes – providing access
9. English language support – during and prior to university programmes
10. Awarded University of the Year 2005

Major Courses

English Language Courses

We offer several courses for international students who wish to improve their English before starting their degree programme. Students require an IELTS score of 5.5/TOEFL 527 in order to join this course.

Foundation Programme

The Foundation Programme is designed to form an entry route for high potential students from non-traditional and international backgrounds into Higher Education.

The Foundation Programme can offer direct progression to most degrees at Queen's Campus, such as Applied Psychology, Business Finance, Biomedical Science and Human Sciences.

Students also progress to degrees in Durham City, such as Geology, Cell Biology, Archaeology, Education, Politics and some other degrees upon negotiation with the respective department

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT

You will be required to provide evidence of your proficiency in English. We accept the following minimum qualifications:

• IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in exceptional circumstances)
• TOEFL (paper based) 550 with 4.0 in the Test of Written English (TWE); TOEFL (computer based) 213 with an essay rating of 4.0

Undergraduate programmes of study

We offer undergraduate degrees in arts, health, humanities, science and social science.

English Language requirements

You will be required to provide evidence of your proficiency in English. We accept the following minimum qualifications:

• GCSE English grade C or above
• IGCSE English grade C or above
• IELTS 6.5
• TOEFL (paper based) 573 with 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE); TOEFL (computer based) 230 with an essay rating of 4.5

Postgraduate programmes of study (Taught)

We offer Postgraduate degrees in Anthropology, Archaeology, Biological & Biomedical Sciences, Business School, Classics and Ancient History, Community and Youth Work, Computer Science, Economics & Finance, Education, Engineering,  English Studies, Geography, Government & International Affairs, History, Language Centre, Law, Mathematical Sciences, Modern Languages & Cultures, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Theology & Religion

English Language requirements

You will be required to provide evidence of your proficiency in English. We accept the following minimum qualifications:

• GCSE English grade C or above
• IGCSE English grade C or above
• IELTS 6.5
• TOEFL (paper based) 573 with 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE); TOEFL (computer based) 230 with an essay rating of 4.5

Postgraduate programmes of study - Research

Durham University has an excellent reputation for its Research Degrees. In the Research Assessment Exercise 2001 six of Durham's subject areas were rated 5*.

Our academic departments offer research degrees leading to:

• PhD (3 years full-time)
• MPhil (2 years full-time)
• MSc (1 year full-time)
• MA (1 year full-time)

Postgraduate research opportunities are available in a range of subjects in arts, health, humanities, science and social science.

English Language requirements:

You will be required to provide evidence of your proficiency in English. We accept the following minimum qualifications:

• GCSE English grade C or above
• IGCSE English grade C or above
• IELTS 6.5
• TOEFL (paper based) 573 with 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE); TOEFL (computer based) 230 with an essay rating of 4.5

INTAKES:

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Accommodation:

While you are at Durham University you may live in a fully catered college, a self-catering college or you may 'live out' in privately rented accommodation. Everyone who becomes a student at Durham University becomes a member of one of the 16 Durham University Colleges.

Tuition Fee:

Undergraduate tuition fees:        £9,120 to £11,895

Postgraduate tuition fees:           £9,120 to £19,000