Prepare To Achieve Something Extraordinary

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary poeple, and unique and historic setting - Durham is a University like no other. Apply now for 2025!

Postgraduate Online Open Days

Online sessions will be held 10-11 February and will give you the opportunity to learn more about what Durham has to offer for postgraduate study, with information on funding and careers, and a chance to take part in student-led Q&As with current PG students studying at Durham.


Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to find out if postgraduate study at Durham is right for you. IDP experts will guide you on how to book your place.


📆Save the date: 10th & 11th February 2025

17 College Communities

World Top 100

UK Top 5

Russell Group

Durham is ranked 89th globally.


QS World University Rankings 2025

Durham is ranked 5th in the UK.


Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Member of the Russell Group of UK research-intensive universities.

Every student belongs to one of 17 supportive college communities throughout their time at Durham.

Be inspired. Be you.

With students from over 120 countries, Durham is a diverse and welcoming university, located in the historic City of Durham in North East England. Durham itself is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Scholarships Worth Up to £10,000 for Ambitious Students

Dare to Dream Bigger at Durham

At Durham University, excellence is more than a goal – it’s a way of life. As one of the UK’s most prestigious institutions, Durham is proud to offer Inspiring Excellence Scholarships and International Scholarships to high-achieving international students ready to make their mark on the world.


This is more than financial support – it’s your opportunity to join a global community of thinkers, leaders, and innovators!

For Visionaries in Cutting-Edge Fields

Award: £10,000 tuition fee reduction.

Eligible Programmes: MSc Advanced Computer Science (AI), MSc Advanced Computer Science, MSc Law and Finance, MSc Public Policy, MSc Biotechnology, MSc Islamic Finance, MSc International Business.

Eligibility Criteria:

✔ Meet or exceed entry requirements for your chosen programme

✔ Have received an offer for a Master’s programme at Durham University by 04/05/2025 (for 1st Selection) and 08/06/2025 (for 2nd selection)

✔ Be an international (overseas) fee-paying student

✔ Be self-funded (not in receipt of other scholarships or sponsorships)

✔ Complete the scholarships application form by 30/04/2025 (for 1st Selection) and 08/06/2025 (for 2nd selection)

Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarship 10K

For Game-Changers in Every Field

Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarship 5K

Award: £5,000 tuition fee reduction

Programmes Eligible: All one-year, full-time MSc, MA, LLM or MDS programmes (excludes MBA and MSW)

Eligibility Criteria:

✔ Meet or exceed entry requirements for your chosen programme

✔ Be an international (overseas) fee-paying student

✔ Complete the scholarships application form by 30/04/2025 (for 1st Selection) and 08/06/2025 (for 2nd selection)

✔ Be self-funded (not in receipt of other scholarships or sponsorships, except for the Durham International Scholarship towards Indian students)

Special Opportunity for Students from India: Eligible Indian students can combine this £5,000 scholarship with the Durham International Scholarship for India, unlocking a total of £10,000 in tuition fee reductions for your study.

For Both Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught

Durham International Scholarship for India

Award: £5,000 tuition fee reduction

Duration: Covers standard completion timescales of the degree (with the exception of certain taught postgraduate programmes).

Programmes Eligible: Available for most full-time, on-campus programmes at Durham University (excludes 10 specific programmes – Contact IDP counsellors for more information).

Eligibility Criteria:

✔ Must be an Indian national paying international tuition fees

✔ Fully self-funded (not in receipt of other scholarships or sponsorships, except for the Durham Inspiring Excellence 5K Scholarship and Postgraduate Master’s Loan)

✔ Willing to participate in Durham’s marketing and communications activities (e.g. testimonials, open days, webinars)

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Find Your Right Degree

Business & Management

Computer Science

Psychology

Data Science

Undergraduate Study

Whatever your interests, whatever your passion, Durham has more than likely got a course for you.

Business & Management

Computer Science

  • When studying at Durham, you’ll be part of a top global business school with triple-accreditation.
  • Durham's business, marketing, accounting and economics courses will challenge you, inspire you and help you achieve the extraordinary. 
  • Develop your expertise in a range of areas, from software engineering and artificial intelligence (AI) to cybersecurity and data science.
  • As a UK Top 10 Department of Computer Science*, you will be taught by passionate researchers with diverse areas of expertise.

Psychology

Data Science

  • By studying a degree in Psychology at Durham, you can be part of the fascinating future of psychological science.
  • The programmes are designed to give you an indepth understanding of the mind and human behaviour.
  • At Durham, many students complete internships with some of the world’s best-known companies, such as Google, IBM, Microsoft, and Morgan Stanley, gaining valuable industry experience and building a global professional network.

Postgraduate Study

Postgraduate study is the next step after your undergraduate degree if you're looking to boost your employability. You may wish to delve deeper into your undergraduate subject, working with your academic supervisors, or perhaps discover a whole new field of study in another department or faculty,

Business & Management

Computer Science

Taught by a world-class faculty and supported by international-quality research, these intensive one-year, full-time programmes help you develop the analytical and practical skills employers value.

Working with academics who are leading cutting-edge research will give you first-hand experience of top quality projects.

Psychology

Data Science

You will be supervised by world-leading experts in their field of study and will be part of a thriving community of researchers within the department. 

Designed by experts in the field, the MDS develops the specialist skills you will need to manage and analyse different types of data efficiently.

Entry Requirements for India

English requirements may vary based on test type, the course of study, and the level of degree. Apply today and contact IDP Education for more information.

  • IELTS Academic Test: Overall score of 7.0 or equivalent for a Bachelors or Masters degree with no band score lower than 6.5.
  • Undergraduate: Standard XII from CBSE or CISCE Boards and some State Boards only are accepted for entry. State Boards considered on a case by case basis.
  • Postgraduate: A 3, 4 or 5-year Bachelors degree from an approved Indian university with a score of 60%-70% depending on the institution.

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My experience at Durham has been nothing short of transformative. The knowledge and experience I gained through internships, serving as an executive member of a society, and participating in moot courts have helped me build the confidence and skills needed for success as a future lawyer.

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Himieka Jain from India

LLB Law

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