Durham University
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ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Durham University, one of the UK's oldest universities, offers scholarships for international undergraduate and postgraduate students, while the Durham International Study Centre offers awards for foundation and pre-master's pathway students progressing to the university. Awards are usually tuition-fee reductions based on academic merit or country. Conditions and deadlines vary by program.
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships 2027
Master, BachelorPartially Funded55 majorsDecember 7, 2026
Life and living
Durham · United Kingdom
Life and living
Durham · United Kingdom
Living in Durham
A historic city in north-east England (figure for all of County Durham), home to collegiate Durham University.
Student housing
Catered college accommodation at Durham University costs about £10,139–11,904 for the academic year (2026-27).
Transport for students
Single bus fares are capped at £3, falling to £2 from 1 January to the end of 2027 (outside London); the 16-25 Railcard (£35 a year) gives one third off rail fares and is also open to full-time students over 26.
Top landmarks
Durham Cathedral
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Durham Castle
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River Wear
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Studying and living in United Kingdom
Costs and living
Examples of international bachelor’s fees from official websites (2026-27): • Bristol £25,500–£33,400, Warwick £27,870–£35,530, Glasgow from £27,720, LSE £28,900–£39,900, UAL £30,890, St Andrews £33,250, Cambridge (2027 entry) £30,798–£46,872, Imperial £42,700–£45,500, Oxford £37,380–£62,820. • Medicine costs much more: about £45,800–£70,554 a year depending on the university. Other costs: • Visa maintenance funds: £1,529 a month in London and £1,171 outside London, for up to 9 months. • Immigration Health Surcharge: £776 for each year of the visa; visa fee £558. • Full scholarships: Chevening (one-year master’s), Commonwealth for eligible countries, Gates Cambridge, Clarendon (Oxford), Rhodes; many universities also offer discounts of £2,000 to £10,000 or more.
Working while studying
• During degree-level study: up to 20 hours a week in term time, and full-time during official university vacations. • Not allowed: self-employment or running a business, work as a professional sportsperson or entertainer, or a permanent full-time job. • After graduating: the Graduate Route lets you work without a sponsor; it lasts 2 years for applications before 1 January 2027, then 18 months for bachelor’s and master’s graduates applying from 1 January 2027, and stays 3 years for PhD graduates. The fee is £937.
Last verified: October 2026· Source
Guide to studying in United KingdomFaculties and programmes
4 faculties · 43 programmes
Faculties and programmes
4 faculties · 43 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
Durham University Business School
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Accounting
- Business Management
- Data Science & Analytics· Master
- Economics
- Entrepreneurship· Master
- Finance
- Human Resource Management· Master
- International Business· Bachelor, Master
- Marketing
- Supply Chain Management· Master
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- History
- Languages and Literature
- Music
- Philosophy
- Theology & Religious Studies
- Translation· Master
Faculty of Science
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Astronomy
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Data Science & Analytics· Master
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Psychology
- Statistics
Faculty of Social Sciences and Health
BachelorMasterPhDENEnglish- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Corporate Law
- Criminal Law
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Geography
- Human Rights Law
- International Law
- International Relations
- Political Science
- Social Work· Master
- Sociology
- Sports Science
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Partially Funded. Announced benefits: £5,000 or £10,000 off tuition.
The latest deadline we have is December 7, 2026. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Admissions application (to get a Student ID), Scholarship form with written answers.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.durham.ac.uk. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
QS World University Rankings 2026
Rank#94
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