Psychology and Anthropology are highly complementary subjects, but are rarely offered together as a joint-honours degree. This BPS-accredited programme allows you to develop a holistic understanding of human thought and behaviour by combining insights from both subjects.

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Start date

September 2027

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Course length

3 years full-time

Tuition Fees

Home (full-time): £10,050 per year

International (full-time): £36,000 per year

This British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree explores human minds and behaviour from both anthropological and psychological perspectives. You will be taught by staff who are leading researchers in their fields, including those with expertise in both psychology and anthropology.

In Psychology, you will study cognitive, biological, social and developmental perspectives. In Anthropology, you will inquire into the mind and behaviour of past and present human as well as those of our closest primate relatives. You will learn how anthropology and psychology provide both complementary and contrasting perspectives, and receive training in highly transferable research skills, both quantitative and qualitative.

Durham Education 2027

The University is committed to continuous improvement and has completed a review to enhance our courses. The resulting changes to this course advertised for 2027 entry are presented on this webpage.

These enhancements were developed in consultation with students and in response to student feedback. They do not affect degree subjects, academic standards or the broad concepts that will be taught, but relate to how courses are organised. In some cases, this means that the balance of compulsory and optional modules has changed.

Potential applicants were previously advised through a statement on this webpage that course details were under review and that any updates would be communicated transparently by the end of summer 2026. The information now presented reflects those updates, ensuring applicants know what to expect from their chosen degree.

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In the first year, Anthropology and Psychology students take introductory modules in both subjects, followed by more specialised modules in the second and final years. Students can choose to specialise in different areas of anthropology that best complement their interests in psychology. The degree includes rigorous training in research skills which are essential for BPS accreditation and highly transferable to many professional contexts. In the final year, you will complete an interdisciplinary dissertation that allows you to explore a topic from complementary perspectives in anthropology and psychology.

This programme also offers the opportunity to undertake an additional year abroad at one of our overseas partner institutions or a placement opportunity. Places on these pathways are in high demand and if successful, your studies will extend from three to four years.

Compulsory modules

Human Evolution and Diversity (20 credits)

You will be introduced to human evolution and diversity, both biological and cultural

Introduction to Psychological Research (40 credits)

Introduces key research methods and statistical techniques used in psychology

Introduction to Psychology 1 OR Introduction to Psychology 2 (20 credits)

An introduction either to Cognitive & Biological Psychology OR to Developmental and Social Psychology. Students who do not have Biology A2 level at grade B or above must take Introduction to Psychology 1.

Optional modules

Example optional modules

In recent years optional modules have included:

Being Human: An Introduction to the History and Practice of Anthropology

People and Cultures

Health, Illness and Society

A module offered by the University's Centre for Foreign Language Study

Conceptual Issues in Psychology and Anthropology (10 credits)

You will explore the interface of psychology and anthropology and prepare for your interdisciplinary dissertation in the final year.

Advanced Research Methods and Statistics (40 credits)

provides experience of the practical application of a wide range of research and statistical methods used in psychological research, and develops presentation skills necessary for communicating research aims and findings.

Social and Developmental Psychology (20 credits)

develops understanding of research and theory in social and developmental psychology.

Cognitive and Biological Psychology (20 credits)

develops understanding of research and theory in cognitive and biological psychology.

Primate Societies and Human Minds

Human Bodies Past and Present

Sex, Reproduction and Love

Psychology and Anthropology Interdisciplinary Dissertation (40 credits)

You will carry out an interdisciplinary research project on a topic at the interface of psychology and anthropology.

Individual Differences and Mental Health (20 credits)

This module develops students' knowledge and understanding of differential, atypical, and clinical psychology.

Students have a choice of optional modules in different areas of anthropology, depending on their level one and two choices. These have previously included:

Forensic Anthropology

Evolution of Cooperation

Evolution of Arts

Primates in Peril

People and Nature

Technological Primates

Social Lives of Hormones

Physical Activity for Health

Learning

We teach our students using a variety of formats, including larger group lectures and smaller group seminars and practicals. Our teaching is research-led and has a strong emphasis on transferable skills, including training in both quantitative and qualitative research methods. Alongside taught sessions you will undertake independent study supported by guidance from academic staff. Academic staff hold regular student support/office hours during term time, offering opportunities for one-to-one academic support.

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Assessment

We use a range of assessment methods designed to help our students develop both academic and broader transferable skills. These may include essays, examinations, research projects, presentations, writing for a broader audience, and project design.

In your final year, you will carry out your own dissertation research project, working with an academic supervisor who will provide guidance and support throughout.

Accreditations

This course covers all the required subject areas for accreditation by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and provides eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC).

Additional pathway

Students can apply to be transferred onto either the with Year Abroad or with Placement pathway during the second year.

Places on these pathways are in high demand and if you are chosen your studies will extend from three years to four.

To learn more about the qualifications we typically accept, please select your country from the drop-down menu below. Please also consult the standard UK entry requirements for subject-specific requirements which apply to all applicants.

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AlbaniaAlgeriaAndorraAngolaArgentinaArmeniaAustraliaAustriaBahrainBangladeshBelarusBelgiumBeninBoliviaBotswanaBoznia & HerzegovinaBrazilBruneiBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaCape VerdeCaribbeanChileChinaColombiaCôte d'Ivoire/Ivory CoastCroatiaCubaCyprusCzechiaDemocratic Republic of the CongoDenmarkEgyptEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthopiaEuropean BaccalaureateFinlandFranceGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGreeceHong Kong (SAR)HungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsraelItalyJapanJordanKazakhstanKenyaKosovoKuwaitLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacau (SAR)MadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaltaMauritiusMexicoMoldovaMonacoMontenegroMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNetherlandsNew ZealandNigeriaNorth MacedoniaNorwayOmanPakistanPalestinePeruPhilippinesPolandPortugalQatarRomaniaRussiaRwandaSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSierra LeoneSingaporeSlovakiaSloveniaSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth KoreaSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSwedenSwitzerlandTaiwanTanzaniaThailandTogoTunisiaTurkeyUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUSAVietnamYemenZambiaZimbabwe

Contextual offer

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BTEC requirements

IB diploma score

with 665 in higher level subjects.

No specific subjects are required, and a combination of arts and science subjects is acceptable.

GCSE requirements

Grade 5 (or Grade B) or above in Mathematics at GCSE (or equivalent) is required.

Contextual offer:

Grade 4 (or Grade C) or above in Mathematics at GCSE (or equivalent) is required.

The Albanian Dëftesë Pjekurie (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) and Diplomë e Maturës Shtetërore (Diploma of State Matura) are not currently accepted for direct entry to any Bachelor's degree programme. Applicants should take a foundation course or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

English language requirements

To ensure you can make the most of the exceptional learning experience we offer, it’s important that you are able to demonstrate the level of English language proficiency required for your chosen course.

The Baccalauréat de l'Enseignement Secondaire (School Certificate) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants should hold a Titol de Batxiller with a score of ≥9.

The Angolan High School Certificate (Ensino Geral Certificado de Habilitações) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Título de Bachiller is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Argentinian institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

The Armenian Certificate of Secondary General Education alone is not accepted for undergraduate direct entry to any of our bachelor degree programmes. Candidates should take a foundation course, or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

Araratian Baccalaureate

Two years at an Armenian University

A*A*A in extended level subjects

An average of 80% or a GPA of 3.3/4.0

A*AA in extended level subjects

AAA in extended level subjects

AAB in extended level subjects

ABB in extended level subjects

Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 95

Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 94

Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 92

Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 90

Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 88

Relevant subjects required at A-level Grade A should be listed on transcripts with the below minimum grade requirements:

State/Territory

Subject Specific Grades

Australian Capital Territory

New South Wales

75% or above

Northern Territory

17/20 or A

Queensland

South Australia

Tasmania

Victoria

Western Australia

The Austrian Matura / Reifeprüfung (Allgemeinbildende Hoehere Schule) is accepted with the following grades:

Austrian Matura / Reifeprüfung (Allgemeinbildende Hoehere Schule)

Pass with high distinction (mit ausgezeichnetem Erfolg bestanden) with the majority of subjects at grade 1 (sehr gut).

Pass with distinction (mit gutem Erfolg bestanden) with the majority of subjects at least grade 2.

The Shahadat Al-Thanawaya Al-Aama is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

Year 1 of a Bachelor degree at a recognised Bangladeshi university with GPA 3.5.

Year 1 of a Bachelor degree at a recognised Bangladeshi university with GPA 3.25.

The Higher Secondary Certificate is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

The Атэстатабагульнайсярэдняйадукацыi (Certificate of General Secondary Education) is not suitable for direct entry into the first year of an undergraduate degree. Applicants should take a foundation course or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

Applicants require a Certificat d’Enseignment Secondaire Superieur, Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs or Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts. All are essentially the same qualification: the region in which the applicant has studied or taken their examinations determines which is awarded.

Overall Percentage

Out of 10

Out of 20

85% with a minimum of 90% in required subjects

8.5/10 with a minimum of 9/10 in required subjects

17/20 with a minimum of 18/20 in required subjects

80% with a minimum of 80% in required subjects

8/10 with a minimum of 8/10 in required subjects

16/20 with a minimum of 16/20 in required subjects

75% with a minimum of 80% in required subjects

7.5/10 with a minimum of 8/10 in required subjects

15/20 with a minimum of 16/20 in required subjects

If you have multiple qualifications to consider, the following Grade Equivalencies apply.

Grade Equivalencies

GCSE Mathematics Grade B/6

The Benin High School Certificate qualification is not suitable for direct entry into first year of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Diploma de Bachiller is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Bolivian institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

The Cambridge Overseas School Certificate and Botswana General Certificate of Education (BGCSE) Certificate qualification are not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require a Secondary School Leaving Diploma, either the Diploma o položenom maturskom ispitu (RS) or the Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi (FiBH).

RS or FiBH

4.8 overall, 5 in required subjects

4.6 overall, 5 in required subjects

4.4 overall, 4.5 in required subjects

4.2 overall, 4.5 in required subjects

4 overall, 4 in required subjects

The Certificado de Ensino Médio is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Brazilian institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

The Basic Education High School examination/matriculation is not sufficient for direct entry onto an undergraduate programme at Durham. IB and A Levels will be considered

Cambridge GCE ‘A’ levels – grades at departmental level in three subjects (A*A*A – ABB)

International Baccalaureate (38-34 points)

A recognised UK Foundation Programme

IELTS score of band 6.5 – 7.0 (no element below band 6.0) or equivalent.

Applicants require a Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie (Diploma of Completed Secondary Education).

Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie

Award of the Diploma with 5.8 overall from all subjects, to include 5.8 from the 3 state examinations, with 5.85 in required subjects

Award of the Diploma with 5.7 overall from all subjects, to include 5.7 from the 3 state examinations, with 5.85 in required subjects

Award of the Diploma with 5.6 overall from all subjects, to include 5.6 from the 3 state examinations, with 5.75 in required subjects

Award of the Diploma with 5.5 overall from all subjects, to include 5.5 from the 3 state examinations, with 5.75 in required subjects

Award of the Diploma with 5.4 overall from all subjects, to include 5.4 from the 3 state examinations, with 5.65 in required subjects

The Burkina Faso Secondary School Certificate is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Burundian Diplôme d’État and Diplôme d’Humanités Générales high school qualifications are not suitable for direct entry into first year of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Associates Degree with overall score of 88% or better.

Associates Degree with overall score of 85% or better.

Associates Degree with overall score of 83% or better.

Associates Degree with overall score of 81% or better.

Associates Degree with overall score of 80% or better.

We accept the following qualifications for direct entry to Undergraduate courses:

Cameroon GCE Advanced Level (Anglophone System)

Applicants with French Baccalaureat: please see our standard France entry requirements.

Qualification Accepted:

Cameroon GCE A-levels

A-level single grade equivalencies:

A Level Grade

Equivalent Cameroon GCE Advanced Level Grade

A at Advanced Level

B at Advanced Level

GCSE single grade equivalencies:

GCSE subject requirement

Equivalent qualification Cameroon GCE Ordinary Level

A at Ordinary Level

B at Ordinary Level

C at Ordinary Level

If you have any questions regarding the entry requirements for Canada, please email us at North.America@durham.ac.uk.

Please note that applicants studying a Canadian Provincial High School Diploma at either a private or international institution will have their application considered on a case-by-case basis.

An average of 90% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).

British Columbia

An average of 90% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

Manitoba

An average of 90% in English 40S, and across at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% in English 40S, and across at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% in English 40S, and across at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% in English 40S, and across at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% in English 40S, and across at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths).

New Brunswick

An average of 90% across 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% across 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% across 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% across 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% across 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths).

Newfoundland

Overall average of 90% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).

Overall average of 89% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).

Overall average of 87% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).

Overall average of 85% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).

Overall average of 83% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).

Nova Scotia

An average of 90% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 90% across 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M courses (including 88% in Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U-C), or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U-A), or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U-B) for programmes that require A level Maths), including five University Prep (4U) courses and one 4U or 4M (University/College Prep) course (DU for languages).

An average of 89% across 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M courses (including 88% in Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U-C), or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U-A), or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U-B) for programmes that require A level Maths), including five University Prep (4U) courses and one 4U or 4M (University/College Prep) course (DU for languages).

An average of 87% across 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M courses (including 88% in Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U-C), or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U-A), or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U-B) for programmes that require A level Maths), including five University Prep (4U) courses and one 4U or 4M (University/College Prep) course (DU for languages).

An average of 85% across 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M courses (including 88% in Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U-C), or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U-A), or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U-B) for programmes that require A level Maths), including five University Prep (4U) courses and one 4U or 4M (University/College Prep) course (DU for languages).

An average of 83% across 6 Grade 12 4U or 4M courses (including 88% in Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U-C), or Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U-A), or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U-B) for programmes that require A level Maths), including five University Prep (4U) courses and one 4U or 4M (University/College Prep) course (DU for languages).

Prince Edward Island

An average of 90% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 90% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 89% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 87% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 85% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 83% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).

Saskatchewan

An average of 90% across 5 academic courses at the 30 level including English A30 and English B30 (88% in Pre-Calculus 30 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% across 5 academic courses at the 30 level including English A30 and English B30 (88% in Pre-Calculus 30 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% across 5 academic courses at the 30 level including English A30 and English B30 (88% in Pre-Calculus 30 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% across 5 academic courses at the 30 level including English A30 and English B30 (88% in Pre-Calculus 30 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% across 5 academic courses at the 30 level including English A30 and English B30 (88% in Pre-Calculus 30 for programmes that require A level Maths).

Yukon Territory

An average of 90% across 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 89% across 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 87% across 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 85% across 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths).

An average of 83% across 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths).

The Certificado de Habiltações Literárias 3°Ciclo is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)

Grade I in at least three 2-Unit courses.

Grade I in at least two 2-Unit courses and Grade II in an additional 2-Unit course.

Grade I in at least one 2-Unit course and Grade II in two additional 2-Unit courses.

The Licencia de Educación/Enseñanza Media is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Chilean institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

Gaokao (National College Entrance Examination)

Gaokao is accepted for direct entry applications with 76-82% overall average - including 80% in Mathematics if Math is a required subject, plus IELTS at departmental level. Applicants will also need to meet the requirement for any other aptitude test for the applied course.

Standard Gaokao

82% average or higher

80% average or higher

78% average or higher

76% average or higher

For applications to English Literature, students are required to achieve a minimum of 80% in both Chinese and English subjects in the Gaokao.

Ambright Aptitude Scholastic Tests (AST)

AST is accepted for direct entry applications of all programmes except those require History or English Literature as a pre-requisite. We will consider applicants who achieve a minimum score of 210 in three AST subjects, plus IELTS at department level. Applicants will also need to meet the requirement for any other aptitude test for the applied course.

Maple Leaf World School Programme (MLWSP)

MLWSP is accepted for direct entry applications with an average 80-90% across 5 grade 12 subjects, excludes Personal and Global Leadership 12, Creative Thinking and Problem-Solving 12 and Moral Education 12, plus IELTS at departmental level. Applicants will also need to meet the requirement for any other aptitude test for the applied course.

Year 1 of a bachelor’s degree

Applicants who pass Year 1 of a bachelor’s degreefrom a recognised prestigious institution will be considered for direct entry, provided that the grades meet the UK A-level equivalencies as follows.

Standard Year 1 of a bachelor’s degree

90% average or higher

85% average or higher

In cases where students have successfully completed 1st year of a bachelor’s degree from a Chinese university that runs a joint programme with a UK university e.g., Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, a UK 2:1 equivalent will be acceptable for entry into the appropriate undergraduate programmes.

If you are a prospective student from China who does not meet the admission requirements, you can apply for a pathway programme at the Durham University International Study Centre. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree-level study.

The Titulo de Bachiller is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Colombian institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

The Côte d'Ivoire Baccalauréat (School Certificate) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into the first year of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require a Svjedodžba o Maturi (Certificate of Maturity) and a Drzavna Matura. At least three exams must be taken at Higher Level and a minimum grade of 4 should be achieved in any additional subjects.

Overall in the Svjedodžba o Maturi

Minimum at Higher Level in the Drzavna Matura

Título de Bachiller is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Cuban institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants require the Apolytirio Lykeiou and two A-levels.

Apolytirion

19/20 or 92%

A* and A, required subjects as A-levels

18.5/20 or 90%

A and A, required subjects as A-levels

18.3/20 or 88%

18/20 or 86%

Subject Specific Equivalencies

GCSE Mathematics

Apolytirio Lykeiou

Applicants require the Maturitni Zkouška/Maturita with a minimum of four subjects.

Required

All other Subjects

Required Subjects

1 in three subjects

≥2 in all other subjects

1 in required subjects

1 in majority of subjects

≥2 in all subjects

The DRC high school certificate qualifications such the Diplôme d'État d'Études Secondaires du Cycle Long are not suitable for direct entry into first year of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require the Studentereksamen (STX, HHX or HTX) or Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF).

Overall Average

with 10 in at least

including

Four A-level subjects

12 in required subjects

Three A-level subjects

at least 8 in another A-level subject

Two A-level subjects

10 in required subjects

at least 8 in two other A-level subjects

The Egyptian Al-Thanawaya Al-Amah (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) is not suitable for direct entry into first year of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Eritrean Secondary Education Certificate Examination fis not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require the Gümnaasiumi Lõputunnistus (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) and the Riigieksamitunnistus (State Examinations).

Gümnaasiumi Lõputunnistus Overall Grade

Riigieksamitunnistus Scores

Riigieksamitunnistus Required Subjects

The Eswatini General Certificate of Secondary Education qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Ethiopian Secondary School Leaving Certificate Examination qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants who have completed two years of a bachelor’s degree from an Ethiopian university in a relevant subject can be considered for entrance to undergraduate programmes.

Qualifications accepted:

Two years of a bachelor’s degree from Ethiopian university

‘A’ grade or 4.0/4.0 GPA

A levels

Pass with overall result of 85%

Pass with overall result of 80%

Pass with overall result of 75%

Pass with overall result of 70%

Where specific subjects are required:

A* = 9 in the required subject(s)

A = 8.5 in the required subject(s)

B = 8 in the required subject(s)

Applicants require the Ylioppilastutkintotodistus or Studentexamensbetyg, where:

L = Laudatur = 7

E = Eximia cum laude approbatur = 6

M = Magna cum laude approbatur = 5

C = Cum laude approbatur = 4

Award of Ylioppilastutkintodistus

with these grades in four subjects

and in required subjects

7, 7, 6, 6 or L, L, E, E

6, 6, 6, 6 or E, E, E, E

6, 6, 6, 5 or E, E, E,M

6, 6, 5, 5 or E, E,M,M

Subject specific equivalencies (where applicable)

UK Qualification

Finnish Qualification

Examination Grade

A-level Mathematics

Advanced Level Mathematics

A* - 7; A - 6; B - 5

A Baccalauréat Général, Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or Baccalauréat Français International (BFI) is required. Required subjects should be studied in the applicant's Première and Terminale years as a specialism (Spécialité).

Baccalauréat Général

OIB and BFI

Overall average score of 17 with 17 in required subjects.

Overall average score of 16 with 16 in

required subjects.

Overall average score of 15 with 15 in

Overall average score of 15 overall with

16 in required subjects.

Overall average score of 14 with 15 in

Overall average score of 14 overall with

15 in required subjects.

Overall average score of 13 with 14 in

Subject-Specific Equivalencies

GCSE Mathematics grade A/7

GCSE Mathematics grade B/6

GCSE Mathematics grade C/4

The Gambian School Certificate qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants who have successfully completed the first year of a Gambian university bachelor’s degree can be considered for admission to the first year of our bachelor’s degree programmes.

Year one of bachelor’s degree from a Gambian University

90% average

The General Education Diploma (Sashualo Ganatlebis Atestasi) is not currently accepted for direct entry to any of our bachelor degree programmes. Candidates should take a foundation course, or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

A Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife or Zeugnis der Abitur is required.

German Qualification

≥1.2 overall with 1≥3/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

≥1.4 overall with ≥13/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

≥1.6 overall with ≥12/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

≥1.8 overall with ≥12/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

≥2.0 overall with ≥12/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

The Ghanian Senior School Certificate or the West African Senior School Certificate qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require a Apolytirio Genikou Lykeiou (a.k.a. Apolytirion) and either two A-levels with required subjects taken as A-levels or three Panhellenic National Examinations with required subjects taken as Panhellenic National Examination subjects.

Apolytirio Genikou Lykeiou and two A-levels

Apolytirio Genikou Lykeiou

and three Panhellenic National Examinations

19/20 in the Apolytirion;

minimum A* and A in the A-levels

19/20 in the Apolytirion; 19, 19, 18 in at

least three Panhellenic National Examinations

18.5/20 in the Apolytirion;

19/20 in the Apolytirion; 19, 18, 18 in at

minimum A in both A-levels

18.5/20 in the Apolytirion; 18, 18, 18 in at

18.3/20 in the Apolytirion;

18.5/20 in the Apolytirion; 18, 18, 17.5 in at

18/20 in the Apolytirion;

minimum A and B in the A-levels

18/20 in the Apolytirion; 18, 17.5, 17.5 in at

Panhellenic National Examination

5* 5* 5 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.

5* 5 5 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.

5 5 5 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.

5 5 4 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.

5 4 4 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.

For subjects requiring a Maths A level.

5* 5* 5* 5 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

5* 5* 5* 5 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

5* 5* 5 5 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

5* 5* 5 5 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

5 5 5 5 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

5 5 5 5 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

5 5 5 4 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

5 5 5 4 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)

Not Applicable

Associates Degree

Associates Degree with GPA of 3.4 or higher.

Associates Degree with GPA of 3.3 or higher.

Associates Degree with GPA of 3.2 or higher.

Associates Degree with GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Applicants require the Hungarian Erettsegi/Matura with five final subjects and attaining the below scores in two Advanced Level subjects and in three Intermediate Level subjects.

Scores in two Advanced Level subjects

...and in three Intermediate Level subjects

Applicants require the Stúdentspróf Matriculation Certificate (Bóknámsbraut/academic).

Stúdentspróf (bóknámsbraut/academic) (Matriculation Certificate)

Overall average score of 9/10 with 9 in required subjects

Overall average score of 8.5/10 with 9 in required subjects

Overall average score of 8.5/10 with 8.5 in required subjects

Overall average score of 8/10 with 8.5 in required subjects

Overall average score of 8/10 with 8 in required subjects

CBSE / ISC / State Board

Standard XII with an average score of 89% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education)

Standard XII with an average score of 87% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education)

Standard XII with an average score of 85% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education)

Standard XII with an average score of 80% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education)

Note: 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.

Year 1 of an Indonesian Bachelor's Degree

Diploma II, Diploma III, or Associate's degree GPA out of 10

Average grades of 3/4 in a relevant subject

The Iranian National High School Diploma (Diplom-Metevaseth) is not suitable for direct entry into the first year of an undergraduate degree. Applicants should take a foundation course or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

The Certificate of Preparatory Education and Sixth Form Baccalaureate are not suitable for direct entry. Applicants should take a foundation course or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

Applicants require the Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level).

For subject specific requirements: H1= A*, H2= A, H3= B, H4= C

Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher level)

H1, H1, H1, H2, H2

H1, H1, H2, H2, H2

H2, H2, H2, H2, H2

H2, H2, H2, H3, H3

H2, H2, H3, H3, H3

H3, H3, H3, H3, H3

H3, H3, H3, H3, H4

H3, H3, H4, H4, H4

Matriculation Certificate (Bagrut)

Overall score of 90% and three level 5 subjects with minimum scores of 80% each

Overall score of 90% and three level 5 subjects with scores of 80% each.

Overall score of 90% and three level 5 subjects with scores of 75% each

Overall score of 85% and three level 5 subjects with scores of 75% each

Overall score of 80% and three level 5 subjects with scores of 75% each

Applicants require the Diploma di Esame di Stato with 90% in required subjects.

Diploma di Esame di Stato

Overall average grade of 97% or above, with 90% in required subjects.

Overall average grade of 95% or above, with 90% in required subjects.

Overall average grade of 92% or above, with 90% in required subjects.

Overall average grade of 89% or above, with 90% in required subjects.

Overall average grade of 86% or above, with 90% in required subjects.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80%.

Note: The Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

The Certificate of General Secondary Education is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

The Attestat o Srednem Obrazovami (Certificate of Secondary Education) is not suitable for direct entry without additional qualifications.

The below qualifications can be accepted for direct entry:

One year of study on a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject at a Kazakh University with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 4.0/5.0

The Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Diplomë për kryerjen e shkollës së mesme të lartë is currently not accepted for direct entry to any of our bachelor degree programmes. Candidates should take a foundation course, or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

The Al-Thanawayaa or Tawjihyah are not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

Applicants require the Atestāts Par Vispārējo Vidējo Izglītību (Certificate of General Secondary Education, awarded from 2023 onwards) with required subjects taken at Advanced Level.

Atestāts Par Vispārējo Vidējo Izglītību, required subjects taken at Advanced Level

Overall average score of 9.5 with 95% in a minimum of three state examinations.

Overall average score of 9.0 with 90% in a minimum of three state examinations.

Overall average score of 8.5 with 85% in a minimum of three state examinations.

The Lebanese Baccalaureate or Baccalauréat Général are not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

The high school qualification from Lesotho is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Liberian Senior High School Certificate Examination qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Libyan Secondary Education Certificate qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require the Liechtenstein Matura.

6.0 overall including ≥6 in two subjects and ≥5 in one

6.0 overall including ≥5 in three subjects

5.5 overall including ≥5 in two subjects and ≥4 in one

5.5 overall including ≥5 in one subject and ≥4 in two

Applicants require the Brandos Atestatas (Certificate of Maturity from a Gymnasium or Secondary School) to include at least three State Examinations with grades as the below table.

Brandos Atestatas (Certificate of Maturity from a Gymnasium or Secondary School)

Overall average 9.5 in the school matura, to include at least three state examinations at 95%, 95%, 90%

Overall average 9.5 in the school matura, to include at least three state examinations at 95%, 90%, 90%

Overall average 9 in the school matura, to include at least three state examinations at 90%, 90%, 90%

Overall average 9 in the school matura, to include at least three state examinations at 90%, 90%, 85%

Overall average 9 in the school matura, to include at least three state examinations at 90%, 85%, 85%

Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires

Pass with an overall score of 50 or above with a minimum of 50 points in required subjects.

Pass with an overall score of 48 or above with a minimum of 50 in required subjects.

Pass with an overall score of 47 or above with a minimum of 48 in required subjects.

Pass with an overall score of 46 or above with a minimum of 46 in required subjects.

Pass with an overall score of 45 or above with a minimum of 45 in required subjects.

Ensino Secundario Complementor

Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 19.

Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 18.

The Madagascar high school certificate qualifications such the Diplôme de Bachelier de l’Enseignement Secondaire qualificationa are not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Malawi School Certificate of Education qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

UEC (United Examination Certificate)

STPM GPA out of 4.0

Matriculation on GPA out of 4.0

Foundation GPA out of 4.0

Diploma GPA out of 4.0

A1, A1, A2, A2, A2

A1, A2, A2, A2, A2

A2, A2, A2, A2, A2

4 As, 1 B3

3 As, 2B3

Matriculation

Foundation

A2 Mathematics (Junior Level)

A Mathematics (SPM)

A-level Biology

A2 Biology

A or NGMP 3.67 Biology

A or 75% of GPA 3.67 Biology

A-level Chemistry

A2 Chemistry

A or NGMP 3.67 Chemistry

A or 75% or GPA 3.67 Chemistry

A-level English

A2 English Language

A or NGMP 3.67 English Literature

A or 75% or GPA 3.67 English Language

A or 75% or GPA 3.67 English

A-level History

A2 History

A or NGMP 3.67 History

A2 Mathematics/Advance Mathematics

A or NGMP 3.67 Mathematics (T)

A or 75% or GPA 3.67 Mathematics/Advance Mathematics

A-level Music

A-level Physics

A2 Physics

A or NGMP 3.67 Physics

A or 75% or GPA 3.67 Physics

Applicants require the Advanced Matriculation (AM) or Matriculation Certificate Examination as examined by University of Malta (MATSEC) only. The subject Systems of Knowledge at Intermediate Level is excluded from the required grades below.

Advanced Matriculation (AM) / Matriculation Certificate Examination- (as examined by University of Malta (MATSEC) only)

Pass with AA at Advanced Level and AAA at Intermediate level.

Pass with AA at Advanced Level and AAB at Intermediate level.

Pass with AB at Advanced Level and ABB at Intermediate level.

The Brevet d'Aptitude Professionnelle from Mauritius qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Bachillerato is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Mexican institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

The Diploma de Bacalaureat is currently not accepted for direct entry to any of our bachelor degree programmes. Candidates should take a foundation course, or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

Applicants require a Baccalauréat Général, Option Internationale du Baccalauréat (OIB) or Baccalauréat Français International (BFI). Please refer to the French entry requirements.

Applicants require the Diploma o polozenom maturskom ispitu.

Diploma o polozenom maturskom ispitu

5,5,5,5 with 5 in required subjects.

5,5,5,4 with 5 in required subjects.

5,5,4,4 with 5 in required subjects

5,4,4,4 with 4.5 in required subjects.

The Diplôme du Baccalauréat / Diplôme du Baccalauréat Technique (School Certificate) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Mozambique General Secondary Education Certificate qualification (Certificado de Habilitções Literarias) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Basic Education High School examination/matriculation is not sufficient for direct entry onto an undergraduate programme at Durham. It can be used to meet GCSE subject requirements where grades of 40% or more have been obtained.

The Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require the VWO (Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs).

VWO (Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs)

Minimum of grade 8.5 overall plus three subjects with a minimum of grade 9, 9, 8 – with minimum of 8.5 in any required subject(s).

Minimum of grade 8.3 overall plus three subjects with a minimum of grade 9, 8, 8 – with minimum of 8 in any required subject(s).

Minimum of grade 8 overall plus three subjects with a minimum of grade 8, 8, 8 – with minimum of 8 in any required subject(s).

Minimum of grade 7.8 overall plus three subjects with a minimum of grade 8, 8, 7 – with minimum of 8 in any required subject(s).

Minimum of grade 7.5 overall plus three subjects with a minimum of grade 8, 7, 7 – with minimum of 7.5 in any required subject(s).

VWO Grade

VWO Equivalent

Mathematics B, grades as Grade Equivalencies

Mathematics B is required only when A-level Mathematics is required, else Mathematics A is acceptable.

NCEA level 3 with Excellence with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.

NCEA level 3 with Merit or Excellence with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.

NCEA level 3 with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.

Notes: Where Maths A-Level is required level 3 subjects should include Maths and Statistics

The Senior School Certificate (SSCE/WAEC/ NECO) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require the North Macedonian Secondary School Leaving Diploma or Matura with the grades below and 5.0 in required subjects.

Macedonian Secondary School Leaving Diploma/Matura

An overall grade of 5.0, with 5.0 in required subject(s).

An overall grade of 4.9 – 4.99, with 5.0 in required subject(s).

An overall grade of 4.8 – 4.89, with 5.0 in required subject(s).

An overall grade of 4.7 – 4.79, with 5.0 in required subject(s).

An overall grade of 4.6 – 4.69, with 5.0 in required subject(s).

Applicants require the Vitnemål for videregående opplæring (Leaving Certificate from Upper Secondary School).

Applicants applying for Mathematics or Science-based programmes which require Mathematics/Further Mathematics at A-level require Vitnemål Mathematics at R1 and R2 Levels.

Applicants applying for Social Sciences programmes which require Mathematics A-level require S2 Mathematics.

Vitnemål for videregående opplæring (Leaving Certificate from

Upper Secondary School)

Overall grade 5 with minimum of 5 in required subject(s).

Overall grade 4.9 with minimum of 5 in required subject(s).

Overall grade 4.8 with minimum of 5 in required subject(s).

Overall grade 4.7 with minimum of 5 in required subject(s).

Overall grade 4.6 with ≥4 in required subject(s).

Vitnemål

Qualification

Exam Grade

The General Education Diploma is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 65%+ (1st Division).

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 60%+ (1st Division).

The Higher Secondary Certificate is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Certificado de Educación Secundaria Común Completa is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants who have successfully completed Year 1 of their undergraduate degree at good, recognised Peruvian institutions with good grades could also be considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis.

The High School Diploma is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Applicants require the Swiadectwo Dojrzałości/Matura with at least three Advanced Level courses including required subjects.

Polish Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura

Overall average of 90% or above to include at least 3 advanced level courses, 2 of which are at 90% or above with the other advanced level course at 85% including required subject(s).

Overall average of 90% or above overall (to include at least 3 advanced level courses, 1 of which is at 90% or above with the other 2 advanced level courses at 85%) including required subject(s).

Overall average of 85% or above overall (to include at least 3 advanced level courses at 85%) including required subject(s).

Overall average of 80% or above (to include at least 3 advanced level courses, 1 of which is at 85% or above with the other 2 advanced level courses at 80%)

Overall average of 80% or above (to include at least 3 advanced level courses, 2 of which are at 80% or above with the other advanced level course at 75%)

Applicants require a Diploma Nível Secundário de Educação or Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação.

Diploma Nível Secundário de Educação / Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação

Overall average score of 19 or above with 19 in at least three subjects including required subject(s).

Overall average score of 18 or above with 19 in at least two subjects including required subject(s) and one subject at 18.

Overall average score of 18 or above with 18 in at least three subjects including required subject(s).

Overall average score of 18 or above with 18 in at least two subjects including required subject(s) and one subject at 17.

Overall average score of 17 or above with 18 in at least one subject including required subject(s) and two subjects at 17.

Portuguese Qualification

Applicants require a Diplomă de Bacalaureat (Baccalaureate Diploma) with three written subjects which should include required subjects where possible.

Written Subjects

Two at ≥9.5 and one at ≥9.0

Three at ≥9.0

Two at ≥9.0 and one at ≥8.5

Diplomă de Bacalaureat

The Russian (Attestat) Certificate of Secondary Education at grade 11 is not sufficient for direct entry.

Applicants with at least two years of a Bachelor’s Degree or Specialist Diploma in a relevant subject with an average score of 4/5 may be considered for first year entry to undergraduate programmes.

Two years of a Bachelor’s Degree or Specialist Diploma at a Russian University

An average overall GPA of 4.5/5.0

An average overall GPA of 4.0/5.0

The Advanced General Certificate of Secondary Education qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihyah) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

The Diplôme de Bachelier de l'Enseignement due Second Degré / Baccaluareat de l'Enseignement Secondaire qualification qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants require the Диплома о стеченом среднем образованиy/Diploma o stecenom srednem obrazovanju (Diploma of Completed Secondary Education) with four years of study and with a score of 5 in required subjects.

Диплома о стеченом среднем образованиy with 5 in required subjects

Overall average score of 5

Overall average score of 4.5

The West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE/WAEC/ NECO) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

Applicants who have successfully completed the first year of a bachelor’s degree in Sierra Leone will be considered for admission to the first year of our bachelor’s degree course.

Bachelor’s Degree (1st year grade)

Over 90%

SIPCAL Singaporean A-levels

NUS High School Certificate

Singaporean Institute of Management (SIM) Diploma

Singaporean Polytechnic Diploma

Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) Diploma / LASELLE

80-100 Distinction

70-80 Merit

60-70 Above Average

UK Qualifications

SIPCAL (Singaporean A-levels)

Singaporean Polytechnic

Not applicable

Maths Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

Maths Grade C or 60% or GPA 3.0

H2 Biology Grade B

Biology Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

Biology Grade B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5

H2 Chemistry Grade B

Chemistry Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

Chemistry Grade B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5

H2 English Grade B

English Literature or Language Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

English Grade B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5

H2 History Grade B

History Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

History Grade B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5

H2 Mathematics Grade B

Mathematics Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

Maths or Stats modules Grade B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5

H2 Music Grade B

Music Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

Music Grade B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5

H2 Physics Grade B

Physics Grade B or GPA 4.0 or Merit

Physics Grade B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5

First year entry to relevant undergraduate programmes, except Engineering (see Engineering requirements below). 3-year Diploma from a recognised Polytechnic in Singapore in a relevant subject with the following grades;

A*A*A programmes = GPA 3.3 or higher

A*AA programmes = GPA 3.3 or higher

AAA programmes = GPA 3.2 or higher

AAB programmes = GPA 3.1 or higher

ABB programmes = GPA 3.0 or higher

A Ministry, Polytechnic, OR National Service letter can be used in lieu of IELTS if the qualification is less than two years old

Recognised Polytechnics

Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)

Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)

Republic Polytechnic (RP)

Singapore Polytechnic (SP)

Temasek Polytechnic (TP)

The University will consider applications from students who study a three year diploma at LASELLE.

Durham’s Department of Engineering will consider applications for 2nd year entry to its BEng General Engineering programme. Applicants must pass the Polytechnic Diploma in engineering from one of the five listed Polytechnics above, with a GPA of 3.3 or higher, plus obtain high grades - B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5, in both mathematics and physics. Please note: Polytechnic Diploma holders are not required to take IELTS. There is exemption in place (see below)

Applicants with a Diploma in Law and Management from Temasek Polytechnic - GPA of 3.3 plus satisfactory LNAT scores, can be considered for year one entry to LLB

Applicants with a Diploma in Management Studies from the Singapore Institute of Management, can be considered for year one entry to Durham University Business School’s BA Business & Management and BA Marketing & Management programmes, providing they achieve a B+ or above average grade from the SIM Diploma in Management Studies and IELTS of 6.5 with no element below 6, or a University approved equivalent

Applicants require the Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with at least four subjects having been taken with a grade of výborný (1) in the majority of subjects and with a minimum of 85% in required subjects.

Applicants require the Maturitetno Spricevalo/Matura Certificate with the maximum five subjects having been taken including two Higher Level subjects.

Maturitetno Spricevalo/Matura Certificate

Minimum score of 5, 5, 5, 5, 4

Minimum score of 5, 5, 5, 4, 4

Minimum score of 5, 5, 4, 4, 4

Higher Level Mathematics and Higher Level languages

Where Higher level Mathematics or a Higher Level language is required (i.e. any programme requiring A-level Mathematics or an A-level language), the applicant must achieve a mark of 6-8 in that subject, and that grade would replace one of the five grades specified above.

The Somalian High School Certificate qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The National Senior Certificate (NSC) can be accepted for entry to year one of undergraduate programmes:

National Senior School Certificate (including delivered by the IEB boards)

A-Level Grade

Percentage equivalent

Subject specific equivalencies

Matriculation programme

A Level Biology

NSC Biology

A Level Chemistry

NSC Physical Sciences

A Level English

NSC English

A Level History

NSC History

A Level Mathematics

Core Mathematics

A Level Music

NSC Music

A Level Physics

Mathematics Literacy

Note: Life Orientation is not accepted as an A-Level equivalent. Afrikaans is also not accepted as an A-level equivalent.

Junior College Diploma or Associates Degree (both minimum 3 year study)

Year One at a South Korean University

3.5/4.5 GPA or overall score of 87% in a relevant subject

3.5/4.0 GPA or overall score of 85% in a relevant subject

3.5/4.5 GPA or overall score of 85% in a relevant subject

3.0/4.0 GPA or overall score of 83% in a relevant subject

Note: The High School Diploma is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

The Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Spanish Título de Bachiller is required.

Título de Bachillerato

9.1 overall with 9.0 in required subjects.

8.9 overall with 9.0 in required subjects.

8.7 overall with 9.0 in required subjects.

8.4 overall with 9.0 in required subjects.

8.0 overall with 8.0 in required subjects.

Faculty of Science Departments

Applicants to our Faculty of Science Departments require the Science and Technology strand as Mathematics is compulsory in this strand and individual sciences are two of the five electives.

Economics/Philosophy, Politics and Economics

For Economics or Philosophy, Politics and Economics where A-level Mathematics is required, we can accept either the Science and Technology strand or the Humanities and Social Sciences strand if the latter contains ‘Applied Mathematics for the Social Sciences I & II’.

Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAA (grades 90%/90%/85%)

Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAA (grades 90%/85%/85%)

Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAA (grades all 85% or above)

Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAB (grades 85%/85%/74%)

Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades ABB (grades 85%/74%/74%)

The Certificate of Secondary Education (Maw 6) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

The Sudanese Secondary School Certificate is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Swedish Högskoleförberedande Examen från Gymnasieskola/Avgångsbetyg/Slutbetyg fran Gymnasleskolan are accepted with a minimum of 2500 credits taken, no subjects below grade C, and subject to the following requirements.

Swedish Equivalent Score

A grades in 2200 credits, required subjects at A grade.

A grades in 2000 credits, required subjects at A grade.

A grades in 1800 credits, required subjects at A grade.

A grades in 1600 credits, B grades in further minimum 800 credits, required subjects at A grade.

A grades in 1300 credits, B grades in further minimum 700 credits, required subjects at ≥B grade.

If you have multiple qualifications the follow grade equivalencies apply:

Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg

20.00 = A

17.5 = B

15.00 = C

The Swiss Federal Maturity Certificate/Maturitätszeugnis/Certificat de Maturité/Baccalauréat/ Attestato di Maturità are accepted.

Federal Maturity Certificate/

Maturitätszeugnis/ Certificat de Maturité/ Baccalauréat/ Attestato di Maturità

Overall score of 5.5 with 5.5 in required subject(s)

Overall score of 5.2 with 5 in required subject(s)

Overall score of 5 with 5 in required subject(s)

Overall score of 4.8 with 5 in required subject(s)

Overall score of 4.6 with 4.5 in required subject(s)

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 90% or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher.

Junior College Diploma

Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 87% or higher.

Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher.

Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher.

Note: The Senior High School Leaving Certificate is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

The Tanzanian Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) exams can be considered for direct entry onto our undergraduate courses.

Award of the Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) with the following grades in principal level subjects will be considered:

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE)

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.4 or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.3 or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.1 or higher.

The Togolese Baccalauréat qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

The Tunisian High School curriculum (Diplôme de Baccalauréat) qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

A Turkish Lise Diplomasi from an approved High School with the final year (Year 12) grade shown and with 85% in required subjects.

Year 12 Grade, with 85% in required subjects

If you have multiple qualifications, these equivalencies apply.

Lise Diplomasi

There is a single subject-specific equivalency, this being GCSE Mathematics for which 70% in the Lise Diplomasi is equivalent.

If you are unsure whether your school is on our approved high school list for the Turkish Diplomasi please contact us here to confirm.

Students studying A-Levels, IB, American APs/SATs, or other recognised international qualifications in addition to the Turkish Diplomasi will ordinarily be made an either/or offer on both systems.

We accept one of the below:

Applicants with a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) will be considered on the same basis as UK A-level applicants.

Applicants with a Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC) will be considered on the same basis as UK A-level applicants.

The Ukrainian Certificate of Secondary School Education (Atestat pro Povnu Zagal'nu Sersdniu Osvitu) is currently not accepted for direct entry to any of our bachelor degree programmes. Candidates should take a foundation course, or other suitable programme such as A-levels.

Durham University considers a wide variety of qualifications for admission. If you are unsure about any of the information below, please get in touch with us directly at North.America@durham.ac.uk - we're happy to help.

For 2025 entry, Durham has updated entry requirements for students attending a high school in the United States that does not offer an AP curriculum. For students attending a school that does not offer AP curriculum, we will consider honours courses or equivalent in place of APs. For students attending a school that has an AP curriculum, you will be expected to submit AP exams for admission.

Different degree programmes at Durham will require different exam scores.

Check what the A-Level entry requirements are for your degree programme of choice. You can find this on the course page using our course database.

Use the table below to see what the A-Level entry requirements are equivalent to for US applicants.

For students attending a school with AP curriculum

If your school offers AP curriculum, you will need to submit a minimum of two AP exam scores in order to meet the academic entry requirements for your degree programme of choice. Please note that you must sit and submit the examinations, we will not accept the course grade. If there is a specific subject required for admission, you must evidence this with an AP exam. For some programmes, one AP may be sufficient alongside two additional qualifications listed below.

A-Level requirement

Three APs

Two APs and one additional qualification

Three AP test scores of:

Two AP test scores of: 5,5

PLUS one of the following:

Honours Course: A+

SAT I: 1390 (min 720 RW, 650 M)

One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at A

SAT I: 1350 (min 700 RW, 650 M)

Four AP test scores of:

Honours Course: A

Two AP test scores of: 5,4

SAT I: 1290 (min 650 RW, 620 M)

Honours Course: B+

One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at B+

Honours course at B+

For students attending a school that does not offer AP curriculum

If your school does not offer AP courses, Durham will consider students who are completing the US High School Diploma with Honours courses. Please note that we will be using the information submitted by your school in the UCAS Reference to confirm that your school does not offer AP curriculum, and if your school does, you cannot be considered with Honours courses alone and will need to complete APs to be considered for admission.

If you are planning to apply via this pathway, you will need to ensure that you have achieved an overall GPA of 3.7, and you will need a minimum of 3 yearlong equivalent honours courses taken in grade 11 and grade 12 in order to be eligible for admission.

Please note: Some degree programmes have subject specific requirements. If you are applying to a programme with subject specific requirements and you are unsure if your honours course will meet the requirements, please contact us.

Three honours

Two honours and one additional qualification

Achieve overall GPA of 3.7 with three honours classes at:

A+, A+, A+

Achieve overall GPA of 3.7

Two honours classes of A+, A+, and one of the following:

A+, A, A

Two honours classes of A+, A, and one of the following:

Two honours classes of A, A, and one of the following:

A-, A-, A-

Two honours classes of A-, A-, and one of the following:

One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at B

B+, B+, B+

Two honours classes of B+, B+, and one of the following:

If you are currently completing an Associate's degree or Year 1 of a Bachelor's degree

If you are completing an Associate’s Degree or Year 1 of a Bachelor’s Degree, we can consider these for entry into Year 1 of a Bachelor’s Degree at Durham University.

If you are applying to a Degree Programme at Durham which has subject-specific entry requirements, these must still be met. We may require you to submit a curriculum overview, outlining the academic content covered within your Associate’s Degree / Bachelor’s Degree so we can determine whether it aligns with the subject-specific entry requirements. Typically, you will need to meet the A Level subject requirement with a yearlong equivalent course.

Associates degree

First Year of Bachelor’s degree

CGPA: 3.8

GPA: 3.8

CGPA: 3.5

GPA: 3.5

CGPA: 3.4

GPA: 3.4

CGPA: 3.2

GPA: 3.2

CGPA: 3.0

GPA: 3.0

Subject specific requirements

For students wishing to gain entry to a programme that requires A-level Mathematics, AP Calculus BC at grade 5 is required.

For students wishing to gain entry to a programme that requires A-Level English, AP English Literature and Composition is required.

For students wishing to gain entry to Music programmes, we recommend taking AP Music Theory.

For students applying to any History programme, one History AP is required. Only one of the two/three APs needed can be fulfilled using a History AP.

For students wishing to gain entry to a programme that requires GCSE Mathematics, SAT Reasoning Maths at 550+, ACT Maths at 21 or better, or a maths related AP course (e.g. Calculus AB or Statistics) with a score of 3 is mandatory.

For students applying with a High School Diploma and Honours courses where your school does not offer AP curriculum, you will need to have completed your school's equivalent of the above. If you are unsure if your curriculum meets the A Level requirements, please get in touch with us directly.

Important things to note regarding admission

You do not have to have completed all AP's at the time of applying. We understand that many students will take AP's in their Senior year and we can assess these when the results are released.

We do not accept the AP Capstone (comprising of AP Research and AP Seminar) in order to fulfil the conditions of an offer to study at Durham.

Students using an Associate’s Degree or similar to apply still need to meet all A Level subject requirements where applicable. If you are unsure if your qualification will meet these requirements, please get in touch with us.

If you are planning to use one year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment or College course, you need to have studied that subject for the equivalent of one full time year, e.g., across two semesters or three trimesters. For example, Psychology 101 and Psychology 102.

We also accept SAT Subject Tests. If you have SAT Subject Test scores, please get in touch to see if this can reduce the number of other standardised tests required.

Durham’s College Board Code: 5488

Contact us: North.America@Durham.ac.uk

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.3 or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.2 or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.0 or higher.

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 6.8 or higher.

The Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma is not suitable for direct entry. However, it can be considered on a case-by-case basis to fulfil GCSE requirements. Every subject passed in Upper Secondary School Graduate Diploma at grade 5-10 is comparable to GCSE A*C/9-5. English Language is comparable to Second Language only.

The Shahadat Al-Thanawaya Al-Aama is not suitable for direct entry. We require applicants to complete an alternative qualification or a suitable foundation programme for direct entry, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

The Zambian High School Certificate qualification is not suitable for direct entry into year one of an undergraduate degree. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry (please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).

We accept applicants with Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Advanced Level (ZIMSEC A-Levels) for direct entry into undergraduate programmes.

Qualification accepted:

ZIMSEC A-level

ZIMSEC A-level Certificate with AAA

ZIMSEC A-level Certificate with AAB

ZIMSEC A-level Certificate with ABB

General requirements

In addition to satisfying the University’s general entry requirements, please note:

Science A levels: Applicants taking Science A levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. This applies only to applicants sitting A levels with an English examination board.

The Introduction to Psychology 2 module is available only for students who have passed Biology A Level at grade B or higher.

We welcome applications from those with other qualifications equivalent to our standard entry requirements. Please see our Alternative Qualifications section.

You are welcome to apply if you are taking resits; resitting your qualification(s) will not negatively affect your application.

We are willing to consider applications for deferred entry. You can find further information regarding changes to your application here.

If you have any questions regarding the entry requirements for this programme, please contact us via our Ask Us form.

You can find further information on how we assess your application in our Admissions Policy.

Not got the grades?

International students who do not meet direct entry requirements for this degree might have the option to complete an International Foundation Year.

Home students who do not meet our direct entry requirements may be eligible for our Foundation Programme which offers multidisciplinary programmes to prepare you for a range of specified degree programmes.

Choose which fees you want to see:

Full time

Home / Island students

£10,050 per year

International / EU students

£36,000 per year

The tuition fees shown for home students are for one complete academic year of full-time study and are set according to the academic year of entry. Fees for subsequent years of your course may rise in line with an inflationary uplift as determined by the government.

The tuition fees shown for overseas and EU students are for one complete academic year of full-time study, are set according to the academic year of entry, will be subject to an annual inflationary increase, and are expected to rise throughout the programme of study.

More information is available here: Tuition Fees - Durham University

Additional course costs

There are no substantial compulsory costs for this course beyond the tuition fees and your living costs.

Scholarships and bursaries

We are committed to supporting the best students irrespective of financial circumstances and are delighted to offer a range of funding opportunities.

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One unique thing about studying anthropology at Durham is that, throughout your degree, you will be taught different branches of anthropology, including health, biological, and social, allowing you to obtain a well-rounded degree that places great focus on the practical side of anthropology.

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Studying Anthropology at Durham allows you to gain a deep understanding of humanity, helping to navigate the biggest challenges our societies face today.

Anthropology is the study of humanity, a very broad subject that overlaps with many others including history, politics, geography, psychology, sociology and biology. We are among the largest Anthropology departments in the UK, and one of the few to combine social, biological and medical aspects of anthropology. You can choose from one of three single-honours programmes or study Anthropology as a joint honours degree with Sociology, Psychology or Archaeology. This gives you the chance to explore humanity from multiple perspectives, from our evolutionary history to our present day diversity.

Our lecturers are passionate, dedicated teachers and researchers, and our modules span numerous topics including politics, economics, social organisation, health and disease, anatomy, culture, cognition, evolution and primatology.

Anthropology is a very practical subject, and our degrees place a strong emphasis on research skills, which are highly transferable to a number of professional contexts. Our students are trained in both qualitative and quantitative research methods and learn how to conduct research ethically and sensitively.

All of our Anthropology degrees can be combined with a placement year or studying abroad, which are great opportunities to broaden your horizons and supplement your anthropological training. Our students have the opportunity to study abroad both within Europe and further afield, and complete placement years in diverse workplaces, from financial institutions to prisons.

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Facilities

We are based in the Dawson Building, conveniently located next to the main library, and close to lots of other departments and University services. We have a common room which students are welcome to use for studying and socialising.

We also house a number of research centres and laboratories, including an Infancy and Sleep Centre, a Physical Activity Lab and an Ecology and Endocrinology Laboratory, which is equipped to analyse human samples.

Fieldwork opportunities

Fieldwork is at the heart of anthropology. We offer a residential fieldwork course at a choice of European destinations to all of our final year single-honours students* allowing you to put your anthropological training into practice. Here, students spend about a week conducting field based research such as surveys and interviews with guidance from experienced staff. Destinations vary, but have recently included Malta, Gibraltar, Fuerteventura, Greece and Cyprus. We also offer a virtual alternative to students who cannot or do not wish to travel for fieldwork, plus local field trips in the second year.

* and most of our students on joint honours and other broader programmes too, apart from Psychology and Anthropology.

Durham Infancy and Sleep Centre

The centre is home to a team of researchers who investigate the behaviour and physiology of infant, child and adult sleep, as well as night-time parenting, infant feeding, and other infant and child health issues.

Research facilities

The Department’s research facilities include skeletal, fossil cast and material culture collections available for students to use as part of their learning activities and research projects.

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Psychology

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What is the link between the brain and behaviour? How do we develop empathy? How does culture affect our behaviour? Where does prejudice come from? Learn from leading researchers in their fields as you explore some of the most challenging questions in psychology today.

Psychology is concerned with understanding the brain, the mind and behaviour. Learning from academics with real enthusiasm for their subject, you will explore topics such as social behaviour, childhood development and cognitive neuroscience.

Our psychology degrees offer a research-led education, offering you the opportunity to work alongside academics who are leaders in their field. You will have access to the Department’s cutting-edge facilities which include motion capture, neuroimaging, eye tracking and biophysical recording laboratories.

Our innovative approach to learning includes a combination of lectures, practical teaching sessions, and small-group teaching. Additionally, students on our single-honours programmes (C800 and C807) have the option of taking modules focused on careers and placements in fields relevant to a psychology graduate.

Furthermore, you can gain additional research experience with our popular Research Assistant Scheme. You can also apply for a placement year or year abroad.

Students who graduate with a 2.1 or higher are accredited by the BPS as conferring eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership – the first step towards a career as a psychologist.

You will be ideally located in a dedicated psychology learning space, adjacent to many university departments and services on the main University campus, and within walking distance of Durham’s historic centre.

Specialist clinical and experimental facilities

Guided by experts in the field, you will have access to a range of specialist clinical and experimental facilities. This hands-on experience brings theory to life and helps you gain a deeper understanding of the mind and behaviour. Facilities in the Department of Psychology include body scanners with integrated eye tracking, molecular psychology suites, neuroimaging, VR suites with motion capture and mock environments for ecologically valid research.

Organisation collaborations

We have collaborations with many external companies and groups - everything from bonobo sanctuaries, to the North East Autism Society, Vicon Movement Systems, and NHS

Peer Assisted Scheme (PASS)

PASS is an entirely voluntary, student-driven peer support programme where students get together in an active, positive, friendly, and collaborative environment to supplement learning delivered by lecturers.

Career opportunities

Of those UK/EU and International students who graduated in 2022/23:

are in paid employment or further study

of those are in highly and medium-skilled employment.

is the average salary.

HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey. The survey asks leavers from higher education what they are doing 15 months after graduation. Further information about the Graduate Outcomes survey can be found here www.graduateoutcomes.ac.uk

Anthropology is a broad subject, and as a result there is no 'typical' anthropology graduate. Our anthropology graduates can be prepared for a wide range of careers. We place a very strong emphasis on transferable skills in our degree programmes to allow our students to go on to further study or employment,

Our degrees can develop graduates who are intellectually curious, analytical, adaptable and evidence-driven. They are able to evaluate complex information, appreciate diverse perspectives, communicate effectively with a range of audiences, and make well-reasoned decisions in the face of uncertainty. Through independent research, collaborative working and ethical engagement with real-world challenges, graduates can develop resilience, cultural awareness, professionalism, and the confidence to tackle complex problems. These are attributes which employers tell us are attractive across a range of areas, including government, healthcare, finance, education, research, marketing, environmental sustainability, and law.

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