Country Information
Durham University welcomes applications from students all over the world. Some country-specific entry requirements are listed below, but if you do not see your country or qualification please get in touch with us.
Guidance notes:
- Entry requirements per course will differ, and some courses may require previous study in certain subjects. Please check the Requirements and Admissions section of the course database for details and exact requirements.
- We understand that some students may have a combination of qualifications, and if you have any questions about how we assess those qualifications together you can use our contact form.
- Details included under each country are for future undergraduate and postgraduate taught students. If you are interested in a postgraduate research course, please visit the postgraduate study pages and the academic department's website of interest.
- You may be required to submit an English Language qualification if you are not a native English speaker. Please review the standard English Language requirements for your course and country.
International Study Centre
If you do not meet the requirements for direct entry to an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, you may be eligible to take a pathway programme at the Durham University International Study Centre. Located at our Queen’s Campus, the International Study Centre provides a supportive environment where you will be introduced to the style of teaching you will experience should you progress on to your degree. Programmes aim to improve your academic knowledge, study and English language skills. Completing your pathway programme at the International Study Centre and achieving the required grades means that you can progress to your degree at Durham University City Campus.
You can chose from International Foundation Year or Pre-Masters pathway programmes. Find out more about the International Study Centre.
Undergraduate
The Baccalauréat de l'Enseignement Secondaire is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
Licence Diplome d’Ingenieur / d’Architecte d’Etat, or Diplome d’Etudes Superieures, or Diplome (in a professional field) with a minimum of 15/20.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
New South Wales | Northern Territory | Queensland | South Australia | Tasmania | Victoria | Western Australia
| A*A*A | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 98. Subject specific requirements at 75% or above. |
| A*AA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 97. Subject specific requirements at 75% or above. |
| AAA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 95. Subject specific requirements at 75% or above. |
| AAB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 90. Subject specific requirements at 75% or above. |
| ABB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 89. Subject specific requirements at 75% or above. |
Northern Territory
| A*A*A | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 98. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| A*AA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 97. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 95. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 90. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| ABB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 89. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| A*A*A | Pass Senior School Certificate and obtain an OP of at least band 2 (or ATAR 98). Subject specific requirements with High Achievement (HA). |
| A*AA | Pass Senior School Certificate and obtain an OP of at least band 2 (or ATAR 97). Subject specific requirements with High Achievement (HA). |
| AAA | Pass Senior School Certificate and obtain an OP of at least band 3 (or ATAR 95). Subject specific requirements with High Achievement (HA). |
| AAB | Pass Senior School Certificate and obtain an OP of at least band 4 (or ATAR 90). Subject specific requirements with High Achievement (HA). |
| ABB | Pass Senior School Certificate and obtain an OP of at least band 5 (or ATAR 89). Subject specific requirements with High Achievement (HA). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 98. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| A*AA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 97. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 95. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 90. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| ABB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 89. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 98. Subject specific requirements at High Achievement (HA). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 97. Subject specific requirements at High Achievement (HA). |
| AAA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 95. Subject specific requirements at High Achievement (HA). |
| AAB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 90. Subject specific requirements at High Achievement (HA). |
| ABB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 89. Subject specific requirements at High Achievement (HA). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 98. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| A*AA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 97. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 95. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 90. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| ABB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 89. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 98. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| A*AA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 97. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAA | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 95. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| AAB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 90. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
| ABB | Pass High School Leaving Certificate and obtain an ATAR of 89. Subject specific requirements at grade A. |
Postgraduate Taught
A 4 year Bachelors (Honours) degree with a 2:1 Distinction, Division A, Division 1 or B+ in the majority of individual component marks. Students applying with a 3 year Bachelors degree would be considered but would be expected to present excellent grades of First Class, or High Distinction and an A in individual component marks.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelor degree with a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Year 1 of a Bachelor degree at a recognised Bangladeshi university with GPA 3.5. |
| A*AA | Year 1 of a Bachelor degree at a recognised Bangladeshi university with GPA 3.5. |
| AAA | Year 1 of a Bachelor degree at a recognised Bangladeshi university with GPA 3.25. |
| AAB | Year 1 of a Bachelor degree at a recognised Bangladeshi university with GPA 3.25. |
| ABB | 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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelor degree with a grade range from 60% - 70% or GPA 3.1 - 3.8 depending on the awarding institution on the International Office's list.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Certificado de Ensino Medio is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bacharel or Licenciado (4 years or more) with a GPA or 8 or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Information for Science without Borders
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Brunei-Cambridge A-levels with A*A*A. |
| A*AA | Brunei-Cambridge A-levels with A*AA. |
| AAA | Brunei-Cambridge A-levels with AAA. |
| AAB | Brunei-Cambridge A-levels with AAB. |
| ABB | Brunei-Cambridge A-levels with ABB. |
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors (Honours) degree with a 2:1.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Associates Degree with overall score of 88% or better. |
| A*AA | Associates Degree with overall score of 85% or better. |
| AAA | Associates Degree with overall score of 83% or better. |
| AAB | Associates Degree with overall score of 81% or better. |
| ABB | Associates Degree with overall score of 80% or better. |
Postgraduate Taught
A Master's degree with scores of 80-84% / B+ / 3.50-3.99/ Very Good depending on the awarding institution.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Cameroon GCE A-levels at grades AAA. |
| A*AA | Cameroon GCE A-levels at grades AAA. |
| AAA | Cameroon GCE A-levels at grades AAA. |
| AAB | Cameroon GCE A-levels at grades AAB. |
| ABB | Cameroon GCE A-levels at grades AAB. |
The Baccalauréat or a Certificat de Probation are not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
Diplôme d'Etudes Superieures de Commerce (DESC) or a Diplôme d'Ingénieur with a minimum of 16/20.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
Alberta | British Columbia | Manitoba | New Brunswick | Newfoundland | Nova Scotia | Ontario | Prince Edward Island | Quebec | Saskatchewan | Yukon Territory
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in English 40S, and at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in English 40S, and at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in English 40S, and at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in English 40S, and at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in English 40S, and at least 4 other courses at level 40S or 40G (including 88% in pre-Calculus 40S for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 5 college preparatory courses: 120, 121 or 122 (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus A120/B120 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with an overall average of not less than 89% compiled from the grades received in those courses at the 3000 level (including 88% in Maths 3200 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with an overall average of not less than 88% compiled from the grades received in those courses at the 3000 level (including 88% in Maths 3200 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with an overall average of not less than 87% compiled from the grades received in those courses at the 3000 level (including 88% in Maths 3200 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with an overall average of not less than 86% compiled from the grades received in those courses at the 3000 level (including 88% in Maths 3200 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with an overall average of not less than 85% compiled from the grades received in those courses at the 3000 level (including 88% in Maths 3200 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 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). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 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). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 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). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 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). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 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). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (numbered 611 or 621) (including 88% in Advanced Calculus 611A for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (numbered 611 or 621) (including 88% in Advanced Calculus 611A for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (numbered 611 or 621) (including 88% in Advanced Calculus 611A for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (numbered 611 or 621) (including 88% in Advanced Calculus 611A for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (numbered 611 or 621) (including 88% in Advanced Calculus 611A for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with a minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the CEGEP, 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*AA | Pass High School Diploma with a minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the CEGEP, with an average of 88% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with a minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the CEGEP, with an average of 87% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with a minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the CEGEP, with an average of 86% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with a minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the CEGEP, 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*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 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). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 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). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 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). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 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). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 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). |
| A*A*A | Pass High School Diploma with 89% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| A*AA | Pass High School Diploma with 88% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAA | Pass High School Diploma with 87% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| AAB | Pass High School Diploma with 86% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
| ABB | Pass High School Diploma with 85% in each of 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths). |
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with honours, with one of the following scores (or better): PA of 6.5 out of 9.0, 85% out of 100, 80% out of 90, Grade B, or GPA 3.3 out of 4.0.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Resources
Undergraduate
Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)
| A*A*A | Grade I in at least three 2-Unit courses. |
| A*AA | Grade I in at least three 2-Unit courses. |
| AAA | Grade I in at least three 2-Unit courses. |
| AAB | Grade I in at least two 2-Unit courses and Grade II in an additional 2-Unit course. |
| ABB | Grade I in at least two 2-Unit courses and Grade II in an additional 2-Unit course |
Undergraduate
The Licencia de Educacion Media is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Licenciatura after 4 or more years of study, with a GPA of 5 or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A - ABB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%. |
The National Senior High School Certificate (Huikao) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with scores of at least 80% or above from a prestigious university on the International Office's list.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Titulo de Bachiller Academico is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Licenciado obtained after 4 or more years of study at a recognised university with a cumulative GPA of 4.0 or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree from a recognised university with scores of 75% or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Students who are studying for EU qualifications can find European qualification equivalencies linked on the undergraduate study pages. If any students studying qualifications within the EU are unsure whether they are acceptable for admission, they should contact the Student Recruitment and Admissions Office (admissions@durham.ac.uk).
Undergraduate
The Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSEC/WAEC/NECO) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree from a recognised institution with a minimum class of 2:1 and a minimum GPA of 3.5/5.0.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
HKDSE
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A*A*A |
5*55 in two Category A Electives and a Core (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese) with any other subject at a minimum of grade 3.. |
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A*AA |
5*55 in two Category A Electives and a Core (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese) with any other subject at a minimum of grade 3. |
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AAA |
555 in two Category A Electives and a Core (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese) with any other subject at a minimum of grade 3. |
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AAB |
554 in two Category A Electives and a Core (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese) with any other subject at a minimum of grade 3. |
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ABB |
544 in two Category A Electives and a Core (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese) with any other subject at a minimum of grade 3. |
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For subjects requiring a Maths A level. |
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A*A*A |
5*5 in Core/Extended Maths 2 (Algebra and Calculus) plus one other elective at grade 5 and other subjects at a minimum of grade 3 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese). |
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A*AA |
5*5 in Core/Extended Maths 2 (Algebra and Calculus) plus one other elective at grade 5 and other subjects at a minimum of grade 3 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese). |
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AAA |
55 in Core/Extended Maths 2 (Algebra and Calculus) plus one other elective at grade 5 and other subjects at a minimum of grade 3(excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese). |
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AAB |
55 in Core/Extended Maths 2 (Algebra and Calculus) plus one other elective at grade 4 and other subjects at a minimum of grade 3 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese). |
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ABB |
54 in Core/Extended Maths 2 (Algebra and Calculus) plus one other elective at grade 4 and other subjects at a minimum of grade 3(excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese). |
Associates Degree
| A*A*A | Associates Degree with GPA of 3.4 or higher. |
| A*AA | Associates Degree with GPA of 3.3 or higher. |
| AAA | Associates Degree with GPA of 3.2 or higher. |
| AAB | Associates Degree with GPA of 3.2 or higher. |
| ABB | Associates Degree with GPA of 3.0 or higher. |
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors (Honours) degree with a 2:1 or a GPA of 3.0 - 3.5 out of 4, depending on the awarding institution. We welcome applications from graduates of the following Hong Kong institutions:
- City University of Hong Kong (CityU)
- Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
- Lingnan University (LU)
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK)
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)
- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
- The University of Hong Kong (HKU)
- The Hong Kong Institute of Education (HKIEd)
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
Standard XII
| A*A*A | Standard XII with an average score of 90% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 87% or higher. |
| A*AA | Standard XII with an average score of 87% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher. |
| AAA | Standard XII with an average score of 85% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher. |
| AAB | Standard XII with an average score of 84% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher. |
| ABB | Standard XII with an average score of 83% (best of 4 academic subjects) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher. |
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A 3, 4 or 5-year Bachelors degree from an approved Indian university with a score of 60%-70% depending on the institution.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4. |
| A*AA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4. |
| AAA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4. |
| AAB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4. |
| ABB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4. |
Diploma II or Diploma III
| A*A*A | Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 8 out of 10. |
| A*AA | Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 8 out of 10. |
| AAA | Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 7 out of 10. |
| AAB | Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 6 out of 10. |
| ABB | Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 6 out of 10. |
The Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar Sekolah Menengah Umum Tingkat Atas (STTB - SMA) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Sarjana (S1) course accredited with a GPA of 7.0 out of 10 or 3.2 out of 4.0 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Certificate of Preparatory Education or Sixth Form Baccalaureat are not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A master’s degree from a recognised university with 75% or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%. |
| A*AA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%. |
| AAA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%. |
| AAB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80%. |
| ABB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80%. |
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree (Gakushi, 4-6 years) with an overall mark of 76%, B+ or GPA of 3.3 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A - ABB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject. GPA will vary depending upon institution. |
UPCSE
| A*A*A | Pass University Preparatory Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) with a grade of 75%+ in each core science unit and 72%+ average (excluding EAP courses). |
| A*AA | Pass University Preparatory Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) with a grade of 75%+ in each core science unit and 72%+ average (excluding EAP courses). |
| AAA | Pass University Preparatory Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) with a grade of 72%+ in each core science unit and 72%+ average (excluding EAP courses). |
| AAB | Pass University Preparatory Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) with a grade of 72%+ in each core science unit and 68%+ average (excluding EAP courses). |
| ABB | Pass University Preparatory Certificate for Science and Engineering (UPCSE) with a grade of 70%+ in each core science unit and 68%+ average (excluding EAP courses). |
The Attestat o Srednem Obrazovami is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bakalavr from a recognised Kazakh institution with a minimum CGPA of 3.4/4.0, 3.7/4.33 or 4.25/5.0.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a 2:1 (65% or B+ average) on the International Office's list.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a GPA of 2.75/4 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelor degree, Diplôme d'Etudes Supérieures / Attestation d'Etudes Approfondies, or Maîtrise with at 16/20 or 80%/B average or a GPA of 3.2 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Secondary Education Certificate is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A 4-year Bachelors degree with a 65% or GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
Ensino Secundario Complementor
| A*A*A | Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 19. |
| A*AA | Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 19. |
| AAA | Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 19. |
| AAB | Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 18. |
| ABB | Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 18. |
The Certificate of Higher Secondary Education is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a score of B or 3.3 or 17 or 65, depending on the awarding institution. We welcome applications from graduates of the following institutions:
- University of Macau
- Universidade da Cidade de Macau
- Macau University of Science & Technology
- Institute of European Studies of Macau
- Universidade de São José
- Instituto Politécnico de Macau
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
STPM
| A*A*A | STPM with a CGPA of 3.5 or higher. |
| A*AA | STPM with a CGPA of 3.3 or higher. |
| AAA | STPM with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher. |
| AAB | STPM with a CGPA of 3.1 or higher. |
| ABB | STPM with a CGPA of 3.0 or higher. |
Post-SPM Diploma
| A*A*A | Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.5 or higher. |
| A*AA | Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.3 or higher. |
| AAA | Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.2 or higher. |
| AAB | Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.1 or higher. |
| ABB | Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.0 or higher. |
Matriculation Certificate
| A*A*A | Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.7 or higher. |
| A*AA | Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. |
| AAA | Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.4 or higher. |
| AAB | Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.3 or higher. |
| ABB | Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.2 or higher. |
The UEC is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree accredited with a GPA of 3.2 or higher from a recognised university.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Bachillerato is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Licenciado obtained after 4 or more years of study at a recognised university with a CGPA of 8 or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Diplôme du Baccalaureat is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
Licence/ Licence d'Etudes Fondametales/Licence Professionnelle, Diplome du Cycle Normal or Diplome d'Ingenieur d'Etat with a minimum of 15/20.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | 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. |
| A*AA | 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. |
| AAA | 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. |
| AAB | 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. |
| ABB | 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, Calculus or Statistics.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors (Honours) degree with a B+ / 70-79% / 3.3-3.9 / 6 or better on the 9 point scale.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Senior School Certificate (SSCE/WAEC/ NECO) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a 2:1 or 3.5/5.0 GPA from a recognised institution. Some exceptions can be made for students with relevant work experience or with high a 2:2 (58%) or GPA 2.8 from prestigious Nigerian universities on the International Office's list.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass Vitenmal - Videregaende Opplaering (VVO – Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with an average grade of 5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
| A*AA | Pass Vitenmal - Videregaende Opplaering (VVO – Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with an average grade of 5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
| AAA | Pass Vitenmal - Videregaende Opplaering (VVO – Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with an average grade of 5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
| AAB | Pass Vitenmal - Videregaende Opplaering (VVO – Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with an average grade of 4.5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
| ABB | Pass Vitenmal - Videregaende Opplaering (VVO – Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with an average grade of 4.5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelorgrad with Grade B (very good) or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a GPA of 3.3 or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 65%+ (1st Division). |
| A*AA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 65%+ (1st Division). |
| AAA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 65%+ (1st Division). |
| AAB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 60%+ (1st Division). |
| ABB | 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.
Postgraduate Taught
A 4-year undergraduate degree in a relevant subject from a recognised Pakistani university. Grade requirements will range from CGPA 2.7-3.5, depending on the institution. Students who have a 2 or 3-year Bachelors degree with a first division pass must also have a 2-year master's degree in a relevant subject with a first division pass (65%+) from an HEC recognised institution.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree from select universities on the International Office's list.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a 2:1 or GPA of 3.2 or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Complete year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution in a relevant subject with an average grade of 5. |
| A*AA | Complete year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution in a relevant subject with an average grade of 5. |
| AAA | Complete year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution in a relevant subject with an average grade of 4. |
| AAB | Complete year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution in a relevant subject with an average grade of 4. |
| ABB | Complete year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised institution in a relevant subject with an average grade of 4. |
The Attestat o Srednem Obshchem Obrazovanii is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
We require one of the following:
- A 4-year Bakalavr with a minimum average grade of 4.5 out of 5 from a prestigious Russian university.
- Completion of a 5-year Specialist Diploma with a minimum average grade of 4 .25 out of 5 from a prestigious Russian university.
- A Magistr with a minimum average grade of 4.5 out of 5.
- A Kandidat nauk with a minimum average grade of 4.5 out of 5.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A good Bachelors degree from a recognised Saudi university with an overall minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 5 or 2.75 out of 4.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
Singapore Cambridge A-levels
| A*A*A | Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAA at H2 level or better. |
| A*AA | Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAA at H2 level or better. |
| AAA | Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAA at H2 level or better. |
| AAB | Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAB at H2 level or better. |
| ABB | Singapore Cambridge A-levels with ABB at H2 level or better. |
Polytechnic Diploma
| A*A*A | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.3. |
| A*AA | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.3. |
| AAA | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.2. |
| AAB | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.1. |
| ABB | Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.0. |
NUS High School
| A*A*A | NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.2. |
| A*AA | NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.2. |
| AAA | NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.2. |
| AAB | NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.0. |
| ABB | NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.0. |
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a 2:1 and a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/4.5.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Matriculation/National Senior School Certificate with 77776 / AAAAB. |
| A*AA | Matriculation/National Senior School Certificate with 77766 / AAABB. |
| AAA | Matriculation/National Senior School Certificate with 77666 / AABBB. |
| AAB | Matriculation/National Senior School Certificate with 76666 / ABBBB. |
| ABB | Matriculation/National Senior School Certificate with 66666 / BBBBB. |
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors (Honours) degree with a 2:1 or 70-74% or better depending on the institution.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.5 or an average of 85%, or Grade B+ or higher. |
| A*AA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.5 or an average of 85%, or Grade B+ or higher. |
| AAA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.5 or an average of 85%, or Grade B+ or higher. |
| AAB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.3, or an average of 83%, or Grade B+ or higher. |
| ABB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.0, or an average of 83%, or Grade B+ or higher. |
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors (Haksa) degree with a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAA (grades 90%/90%/85%) |
| A*AA | Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAA (grades 90%/85%/85%) |
| AAA | Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAA (grades all 85% or above) |
| AAB | Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades AAB (grades 85%/85%/74%) |
| ABB | Sri Lankan GCE A-Levels with grades ABB (grades 85%/74%/74%) |
Sri Lankan ‘A ‘level grades of C (Credit) or S (Ordinary or Simple pass) are not be acceptable for entry to Durham programmes.
Students offering BTEC Higher National Diploma with high grades – DDD to DDM, can be considered for year one entry of appropriate undergraduate programmes
We also accept:
- UK ‘A’ levels – grades at departmental level in three subjects (A*A*A – ABB) Please see undergraduate prospectus for details
- International Baccalaureate (38-34 points) Please see undergraduate prospectus for details
Postgraduate Taught
Students with Bachelor's Special degree or Professional degree with grades of 70% (1st Class honours) from a recognised university (see below) will be considered for entry to taught Masters programmes at Durham University
MBA applicants will also require a minimum of three to five years relevant managerial experience. A GMAT score of 600+ may also be required.
Postgraduate Research
A masters and bachelors degree with high grades from a recognised university are usually required for PhD entry
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Federal Maturity Certificate / Certificat de Maturite / Baccalaureat / Cantonal Maturity Certificate with an overall score of 5.5 and 6 in specific subjects. |
| A*AA | Federal Maturity Certificate / Certificat de Maturite / Baccalaureat / Cantonal Maturity Certificate with an overall score of 5.5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
| AAA | Federal Maturity Certificate / Certificat de Maturite / Baccalaureat / Cantonal Maturity Certificate with an overall score of 5.5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
| AAB | Federal Maturity Certificate / Certificat de Maturite / Baccalaureat / Cantonal Maturity Certificate with an overall score of 5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
| ABB | Federal Maturity Certificate / Certificat de Maturite / Baccalaureat / Cantonal Maturity Certificate with an overall score of 5 and 5 in specific subjects. |
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a 5.0 or better.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 87% or higher. |
| A*AA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher. |
| AAA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher. |
| AAB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher. |
| ABB | 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
| A*A*A | Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 87% or higher. |
| A*AA | Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher. |
| AAA | Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher. |
| AAB | Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher. |
| ABB | Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher. |
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with a minimum overall score between 70% and 85% depending on the awarding institution.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) with AAA. |
| A*AA | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) with AAA. |
| AAA | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) with AAA. |
| AAB | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) with AAB. |
| ABB | Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE) with AAB. |
The Certificate of Secondary Education is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
Bachelor degree from a recognised Tanzanian university with a 2.1.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.4 or higher. |
| A*AA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.3 or higher. |
| AAA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher. |
| AAB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher. |
| ABB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.1 or higher. |
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree with an overall score of 70% or higher or a GPA of 3.2 - 3.4 or higher depending on the awarding institution.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Baccalaureat is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
Matrise, Licence or Diploma National with an minimum 14/20.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
National High School Diploma
| A*A*A | National High School Diploma - Devlet Lise Diplomasi (from school on International Office approved list) with grade of 86% or higher in final year (year 12) (CPGA of 4.6). |
| A*AA | National High School Diploma - Devlet Lise Diplomasi (from school on International Office approved list) with grade of 86% or higher in final year (year 12) (CPGA of 4.6). |
| AAA | National High School Diploma - Devlet Lise Diplomasi (from school on International Office approved list) with grade of 85% or higher in final year (year 12) (CPGA of 4.6). |
| AAB | National High School Diploma - Devlet Lise Diplomasi (from school on International Office approved list) with grade of 84% or higher in final year (year 12) (CPGA of 4.6). |
| ABB | National High School Diploma - Devlet Lise Diplomasi (from school on International Office approved list) with grade of 83% or higher in final year (year 12) (CPGA of 4.6). |
Note: Programmes requiring A-level Mathematics will require a grade of 85% in Maths.
Students studying the National High School Diploma - Devlet Lise Diplomasi, from a school which is not on the International Office recognised list will be required to take a Foundation Programme to gain entry to our undergraduate degree programmes.
Ön-Lisans Diplomasi (Associate Degree)
| A*A*A | Ön-Lisans Diplomasi (Associate Degree) in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 65% or higher. |
| A*AA | Ön-Lisans Diplomasi (Associate Degree) in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 65% or higher. |
| AAA | Ön-Lisans Diplomasi (Associate Degree) in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 64% or higher. |
| AAB | Ön-Lisans Diplomasi (Associate Degree) in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 63% or higher. |
| ABB | Ön-Lisans Diplomasi (Associate Degree) in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 62% or higher. |
Postgraduate Taught
Lisans Diplomasi (Bachelors degree) from an approved Turkish university. Grade requirements will range from CGPA 2.8-3.7, depending on the institution.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
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.
Postgraduate Taught
A 4-year Bachelors degree with a GPA of 3.2 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at AAA. |
| A*AA | Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at AAA. |
| AAA | Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at AAA. |
| AAB | Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at AAB. |
| ABB | Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at AAB. |
The Uganda Certificate of Education is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
Bachelors degree with a minimum of GPA 4.0/5.0 (Honours Upper).
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
The Atestat pro Povnu Zagal'nu Sersdniu Osvitu (Grade 12) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
Dyplom Bakalavra with a minimum GPA of 4.0/5.0 or 7/12.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
AP and SAT Subject exams
| A*A*A | A combination of 3 AP or SAT Subject examinations at scores of 5 (AP) and/or 720+ or better (SAT) in different subjects. |
| A*AA | A combination of 3 AP or SAT Subject examinations at scores of 5 (AP) and/or 700+ or better (SAT) in different subjects. |
| AAA | A combination of 3 or 4 AP or SAT Subject examinations at scores of 5 (AP) and/or 700+ or better (SAT) in different subjects. If students apply with 4 APs they can have the score of 5,5,4,4, otherwise they need 5,5,5. |
| AAB | A combination of 3 AP or SAT Subject examinations at scores of 4 or better (AP), including at least one at grade 5, and/or 650+ or better (SAT) in different subjects. |
| ABB | A combination of 3 AP or SAT Subject examinations at scores of 4 or better (AP), including at least one at grade 5, and/or 650+ or better (SAT) in different subjects. |
Note: One of the AP/SAT Subject scores can be replaced by a full-year Honors level course at B+ or better or a full-year college level course at B+ or better.
Note: For students wishing to gain entry to a programme that required A level Mathematics, AP Calculus BC at grade 5 is mandatory to gain entry. For students wishing to gain entry to a programme that requires GCSE Mathematics, SAT Reasoning Maths at 670+ or a maths related AP course is mandatory to gain entry.
Associates Degree
| A*A*A | Associates Degree with a GPA of 3.4 or better. |
| A*AA | Associates Degree with a GPA of 3.3 or better. |
| AAA | Associates Degree with a GPA of 3.2 or better. |
| AAB | Associates Degree with a GPA of 3.1 or better. |
| ABB | Associates Degree with a GPA of 3.0 or better. |
Durham’s College Board Code: 5488
Postgraduate Taught
A Bachelors degree from an accredited university with a GPA of 3.3 or better out of 4.0
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Resources
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.3 or higher. |
| A*AA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.3 or higher. |
| AAA | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.2 or higher. |
| AAB | Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.0 or higher. |
| ABB | 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. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.
Postgraduate Taught
A 4-year Bachelors degree (Bang tot nghiep dai hoc) awarded by a recognised institution with a GPA of 7.0 or higher.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
Undergraduate
| A*A*A | ZIMSEC A Level Certificate with AAA. |
| A*AA | ZIMSEC A Level Certificate with AAA. |
| AAA | ZIMSEC A Level Certificate with AAA. |
| AAB | ZIMSEC A Level Certificate with AAB. |
| ABB | ZIMSEC A Level Certificate with AAB. |
Postgraduate Taught
Bachelors degree (Honours) with a minimum of 2:1.
Some course requirements may differ, so please check the course database for more details.
