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Fee-paying Incoming Study Abroad

If your home university is not a partner university, you can still come to Durham as a fee-paying incoming student.
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Why study abroad at Durham?

A year at Durham is a year like no other. Here you will not be a tourist, you get an amazing British experience and will be part of something special. You will be:

  • studying in inspiring surroundings, set in an historic UNESCO university city;
  • part of our unique College system providing a strong sense of community and support - all students are members of a College;
  • able to experience opportunities to participate in a wide range of sports and other activities, both at University and college level;
  • supported by an excellent network of welfare services, including a dedicated Global Opportunities Team and a personal College Tutor.
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Did you know?

Our Colleges provide a social, domestic and pastoral focus for students and help individuals flourish through mentoring and involvement with college life, sports and societies and community engagement. Fee-paying students are guaranteed college accommodation for a unique Durham experience.

Find out more about our Colleges

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