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BAE

Primary Education BA (Hons)

Gain all the knowledge, skills and experience you’ll need to become a first-rate primary teacher. Explore all facets of education to hone your skills and develop your own educational philosophy to make a difference to your pupils’ lives.

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Course details

Start date

Degree Type

BAE

UCAS Code

X101

Course length

3 years full-time

Typical offer

128 UCAS Tariff points

Tuition Fees

  • Home (Full-time): £ per year
  • Overseas (Full-time): £ per year

Overview

At Durham University, our vision is to be a leader in the development of high-quality teachers who aspire, through their scholarly, reflective and inspirational practice, to make a difference to the lives of their students, both now and in the future.

To achieve this vision, Durham’s Initial Teacher Training (ITT) curriculum is co-designed and delivered in collaboration between university-based and school-based expert colleagues.

The Early Career Framework (ITTECF) explains the areas of expertise that trainees need to learn during the ITT year, as a minimum entitlement. The careful integration of all elements of the ITTECF forms the core of Durham’s BA Primary Education curriculum. Durham’s ITT curriculum places great emphasis on enhancing trainees’ subject knowledge and teaching for understanding – trainees ‘learn that’ and ‘learn how to’. The ITT curriculum also integrates additional analysis and critique of theory, research and expert practice that tutors and school expert partners consider appropriate.

The BA Primary Education programme ensures that what we teach is informed by a range of high-quality research evidence.

The Primary Education degree is ideal if you are committed to a teaching career in a primary school. You will complete a minimum of 120 days school experience, including training about whole-school issues that affect children’s learning environment. You will also engage in Intensive Training and Practice opportunities which strengthen links between evidence and classroom practice. The degree programme offers the opportunity to gain Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and this is awarded through an accredited provider, Newcastle University.

The degree develops the professional knowledge and understanding to provide a foundation for effective teaching in a primary school. This includes:

  • An understanding of responsibilities and roles of the primary teacher
  • An understanding of schools and the National Curriculum as the framework for children’s formal learning
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of core National Curriculum subjects
  • Knowledge and understanding of foundation primary curriculum subjects
  • Classroom effectiveness, drawing upon expertise of expert teachers
  • Personal educational philosophy
  • Development of a professional identity.


Course details

Start date

Degree Type

BAE

UCAS Code

X101

Course length

3 years full-time

Typical offer

128 UCAS Tariff points

Tuition Fees

  • Home (Full-time): £ per year
  • Overseas (Full-time): £ per year

What you'll study

The degree develops the professional knowledge and understanding to provide a foundation for effective teaching in a primary school.

Core modules

  • Education in the Early Years

    you will develop an understanding of key pedagogical issues related to teaching, learning and assessment in early years education. You will be introduced to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, considering areas of learning specified in the framework. There will be a particular focus on children’s development of early reading and phonics, and early mathematics. You will explore ways in which early years education supports preparation for formal schooling.

  • Professional and School-Based Studies 1

    Youwill begin to develop an understanding of some of the key professional requirements involved in teaching. You will be introduced to key issues related to teaching, learning and assessment in the primary classroom, including approaches required in foundation subjects. You will develop an understanding of the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) and the Teachers’ Standards, and the approaches needed to fulfil these. You will develop an understanding of safeguarding roles and duties and consider issues related to the development of a professional identity.

  • Shifting the Focus

    develops your understanding of the key elements underpinning the primary curriculum and strengthens your knowledge of their connections. You will examine ways in which the core curriculum is taught and consider the issues involved in ensuring effective provision of the National Curriculum for all children.

  • The Evidence Informed Primary Teacher 1

    will help you develop an understanding of the Primary National Curriculum Framework and the key concepts underpinning primary learning. You will review relevant policy and legal requirements, and develop a critical appreciation of Foundation subject delivery in the primary context.

Optional modules

In recent years optional modules have included:

  • Intercultural and International Education
  • Foundations of Psychology in Education
  • Disability and Educational Needs: What’s so ‘Special’ about SEND?

Core modules

  • Educational Research Methods

    will help you understand the purposes and implications of educational research. You will develop a critical appreciation of the different ways in which research can be carried out in education, and learn how to assess the quality of educational research.

  • Professional and School-Based Studies 2

    Youwill continue to develop an understanding of some of the key professional requirements involved in teaching. You will develop consideration of key issues related to teaching, learning and assessment in the primary classroom, including approaches required in foundation subjects. You will build on your understanding of the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) and the Teachers’ Standards, and the approaches needed to fulfil these. You will deepen your understanding of safeguarding roles and duties and develop consideration of issues related to the development of a professional identity.

  • The Evidence Informed Primary Teacher 2

    enables you todevelop a deeper understanding of the Primary National Curriculum Framework and the key concepts underpinning primary approaches to teaching. You will evaluate Foundation subject delivery and explore alternative curricula design and delivery methods.

  • The Three Cs

    further develops your understanding of the key elements underpinning the primary curriculum and strengthens your knowledge of their connections. You will explore issues involved in ensuring effective provision of core subjects in the National Curriculum for all children, including contemporary influences and initiatives.

Optional modules

In recent years optional modules have included:

  • Cultural Identity, Interculturality and Education
  • Learning and Development in Childhood
  • Disability and Educational Needs: Impairment, Empowerment and Education

Core modules

  • Beyond the Three Cs

    gives you a rich and connected understanding of the primary curriculum, and an understanding of progression beyond the primary phase. You will develop your critical awareness of effective provision of core subjects in the National Curriculum for all children.

  • Double Dissertation in Primary Education: Reflective Practice in Action

    You will undertake an extended, independent piece of research with an appropriate primary educational focus. The dissertation is an opportunity to bring together skills, knowledge and understanding gained on the course into one focused piece of work. This will give you the opportunity to reflect critically on areas of educational practice.

  • Future Leaders

    will deepen and extend your knowledge and understanding of the role of the subject leader within the primary school. You will engage with the challenges of leadership and how to work with colleagues effectively to support them in teaching across the curriculum. You will also be introduced to important current initiatives and curriculum legislation.

  • Professional and School-Based Studies 3

    Youwill consolidate and extend your understanding of key professional requirements involved in teaching. You will extend consideration of key issues related to teaching, learning and assessment in the primary classroom, including approaches required in foundation subjects. You will consolidate your understanding of the Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) and the Teachers’ Standards, and the approaches needed to fulfil these. You will extend your understanding of safeguarding roles and duties and consolidate understanding of issues related to the development of a professional identity. You will develop an appreciation of the transition to the Early Career Framework (ECF) in your Early Career Teacher (ECT) years.

  • Professional Development

    During the course, you will be assigned to one of our Partnership School Training Hubs, where you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a classroom context, supported by the school, your School Training Centre Mentor and a University Tutor. These school-based activities involve structured classroom observations, planning and research projects and practical teaching – the latter starting with teaching individual pupils, eventually leading through group work to full classroom teaching. You will have a designated expert teacher-mentor who will guide your work in schools. Placement is organised through a combination of weekly serial days and block placements in school.

Learning

Lectures provide a supporting framework of key theories and concepts, with follow-up seminars for peer-assisted learning and discussion. These seminars reflect the nature and approach to teaching in the primary classroom, and support additional aspects of professional development. The degree offers many opportunities for group work, allowing you and your cohort to develop as a close team.

You will be introduced to a range of classroom perspectives and stakeholder viewpoints, analysing the relationships between theory, practice and policy.

You will also be assigned to one of our Partnership School Training Hubs, where you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a teaching context. This is supported by the school, your School Training Centre Mentor and a University Tutor.

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Assessment

Most taught modules are assessed by assignments, including essays, posters and portfolios. As part of the course curriculum, you will access the Government’s Initial Teacher Training and Early Career Framework (ITTECF) criteria. School-based activities will be observed, and by the end of the course you must demonstrate that you meet the Government’s Teachers’ Standards in order to be awarded QTS.

Entry requirements

To learn more about the qualifications we typically accept, please select your country from the drop-down menu below.

Minimum entry requirements
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Neither the Albanian Dëftesë Pjekurie (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) nor the Diplomë e Maturës Shtetërore (Diploma of State Matura) are 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.

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).


A Level

Titol de Batxiller

A*A*A

Overall 9

A*AA

Overall 9

AAA

Overall 9

AAB

Overall 9

ABB

Overall 9

BBB

Overall 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.

A Level

Araratian Baccalaureate

Two years at an Armenian University

A*A*A

A*A*A in extended level subjects


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




A*AA

A*AA in extended level subjects

AAA

AAA in extended level subjects

AAB

AAB in extended level subjects

ABB

ABB in extended level subjects



A Level

Reifeprüfung / Matura (Allgemeinbildende Hoehere Schule)

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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

BBB

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


Please contact the team at: Africa.Team@durham.ac.uk


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.


The Атэстат аб агульнай сярэдняй адукацыi (Certificate of General Secondary Education) 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.


A Level

Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs/Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur/Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts

A*A*A

85% or 8.5/10 or 18/20 overall with minimum of 90% or 9/10 or 19/20 in three subjects

A*AA

85% or 8.5/10 or 18/20 overall

AAA

80% or 8/10 or 17/20 overall

AAB

80% or 8/10 or 17/20 overall

ABB

70% or 7/10 or 15/20 overall

BBB

70% or 7/10 or 15/20 overall


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).


A Level

Diploma o položenom maturskom ispitu (RS) / Diploma o završenoj srednjoj školi (FiBH) (Secondary School Leaving Diploma)

A*A*A

4.8 overall

A*AA

4.6 overall

AAA

4.4 overall

AAB

4.2 overall

ABB

4.0 overall


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.

Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie (Diploma of Completed Secondary Education)

A Level

Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie

A*A*A

5.8 overall, to include 3 state examinations, with 5.85 specified subjects

A*AA

5.7 overall, to include 3 state examinations, with 5.85 in specified subjects

AAA

5.6 overall, to include 3 state examinations, with 5.75 in specified subjects

AAB

5.5 overall, to include 3 state examinations, with 5.75 in specified subjects

ABB

5.4 overall, to include 3 state examinations, with 5.65 in specified 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).


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.


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

  1. Cameroon GCE Advanced Level (Anglophone System)
  2. Applicants with French Baccalaureat: please see our standard France entry requirements.

Qualification Accepted:

A Level

Cameroon GCE A-levels

A*A*A

17

A*AA

16

AAA

15

AAB

14

ABB

13

A-level single grade equivalencies:

A Level Grade

Equivalent Cameroon GCE Advanced Level Grade

A*

A at Advanced Level

A

A at Advanced Level

B

B at Advanced Level

GCSE single grade equivalencies:

GCSE subject requirement

Equivalent qualification Cameroon GCE Ordinary Level

A* or A

A at Ordinary Level

B

B at Ordinary Level

C

C at Ordinary Level


Alberta

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

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

AAA

An average of 86% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).

AAB

An average of 84% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).

ABB

An average of 80% across 5 grade 12 academic subjects numbered 30/31 (including 88% in Maths 30-1 for programmes that require A level Maths).


British Columbia

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

An average of 86% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

AAB

An average of 84% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

ABB

An average of 80% across 5 grade 12 subjects (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).


Manitoba

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

An average of 88% 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).

AAA

An average of 86% 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).

AAB

An average of 84% 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).

ABB

An average of 80% 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

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

An average of 88% 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).

AAA

An average of 86% 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).

AAB

An average of 84% 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).

ABB

An average of 80% 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

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

Overall average of 86% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).

AAB

Overall average of 84% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).

ABB

Overall average of 80% in grade 12 courses (including 88% in Maths for programmes that require A level Maths).


Nova Scotia

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

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

AAA

An average of 86% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

AAB

An average of 84% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

ABB

An average of 80% across 5 grade 12 subjects (university preparatory academic or advanced) (including 88% in Grade 12 Pre-Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).


Ontario

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

An average of 88% 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).

AAA

An average of 86% 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).

AAB

An average of 84% 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).

ABB

An average of 80% 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).


Prince Edward Island

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

An average of 86% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

AAB

An average of 84% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).

ABB

An average of 80% across 5 Grade 12 academic subjects (including 88% in Advanced Calculus for programmes that require A level Maths).


Quebec

A*A*A

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*AA

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, 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

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 86% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).

AAB

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 84% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).

ABB

A minimum of 12 academic semester credits in the DEC, with an average of 80% or better including English (88% or better in Calculus 1 and 2 for programmes that require A level Maths).


Saskatchewan

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

An average of 88% 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).

AAA

An average of 86% 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).

AAB

An average of 84% 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).

ABB

An average of 80% 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

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

An average of 86% across 5 grade 12 subjects including English 12 (88% in Pre-Calculus 12 for programmes that require A level Maths).

ABB

An average of 85% 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)

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 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) is accepted for direct entry applications of the science faculty - including with minimum 80% overall average, 80% in Mathematics if required at A Level, plus IELTS at departmental level.

Applications from students who pass year one of bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% will be considered for direct entry.

Ambright Aptitude Scholastic Tests (AST) is accepted for direct entry applications of programmes including Biosciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Education, Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Physics, Psychology, Criminology, Sociology, Anthropology, Geography, Philosophy, Sport and exercise science, Classics, and Visual arts and film. We will consider applications from students who achieved 220 in English and Mathematics and 230 in Physics (if taken) and Huikao or National Senior High School Certificate (from Provinces where the Huikao is not offered) with a grade average of above 80% (A, Excellent) - including 85% in relevant subjects where required at A level, plus IELTS at departmental level.

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).


A Level

Svjedodžba o Maturi (Certificate of Maturity) in conjunction with the Drzavna Matura

A*A*A

5 overall in the Svjedodžba, with at least 5 at Higher Level in required subjects in the 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.

A*AA

4.9 overall in the Svjedodžba, with at least 5 at Higher Level in required subjects in the 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.

AAA

4.8 overall in the Svjedodžba, with at least 4.75 at Higher Level in required subjects in the 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.

AAB

4.7 overall in the Svjedodžba, with at least 4.75 at Higher Level in required subjects in the 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.

ABB

4.6 overall in the Svjedodžba, with at least 4.75 at Higher Level in required subjects in the 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.


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.


A Level

Apolytirion of Lykeion

A*A*A

19/20 or above in the Apolytirion and 2 A-levels with grades between A*-B

A*AA

18.5/20 or above in the Apolytirion and 2 A-levels with grades between A*-B

AAA

AAB

ABB



A Level

Maturitni Zkouška / Maturita (minimum of four subjects)

A*A*A

1 in three subjects, with 2 or better in all other subjects, with 1 in required subjects.

A*AA

1 in the majority of subjects, with 2 or better in all other subjects, with 1 in required subjects.

AAA

1 in the majority of subjects, with 2 or better in all other subjects, with 1 in required subjects.

AAB

2 or better in all subjects, with 1 in required subjects.

ABB

2 or better in all subjects, with 1 in required 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).


A Level

Studentereksamen (STX, HHX or HTX or HF)

A*A*A

an average of 10 overall with 10 in at least four level A subjects, including 12 in required subjects.

A*AA

an average of 10 overall with 10 in at least four level A subjects, including 12 in required subjects.

AAA

an average of 10 overall with 10 in at least three level A subjects, including 12 in required subjects, and at least 8 in another level A subject.

AAB

an average of 10 overall with 10 in at least three level A subjects, including 12 in required subjects, and at least 8 in another level A subject.

ABB

an average of 10 overall with 10 in at least two level A subjects, including 10 in required subjects, and at least 8 in two other level A 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).


A Level

Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus (Secondary School Certificate) including the Rligieksum

A*A*A

Overall score of 5 in the Gumnaasiumi loputunnistus with scores of 95%, 95%, 90% in 3 state (Riigeksam) exams and a minimum of 90% in required subjects.

A*AA

Overall score of 5 in the Gumnaasiumi loputunnistus with scores of 95%, 90%, 90% in 3 state (Riigeksam) exams and a minimum of 90% in required subjects.

AAA

Overall score of 5 in the Gumnaasiumi loputunnistus with scores of with scores of 90%, 90%, 90% in 3 state (Riigeksam) exams and a minimum of 90% in required subjects.

AAB

Overall score of 4.5 in the Gumnaasiumi loputunnistus with scores of 90%, 90%, 85% in 3 state (Riigeksam) exams

ABB

Overall score of 4.5 in the Gumnaasiumi loputunnistus with scores of 90%, 90%, 85% in 3 state (Riigeksam) exams and a minimum of 90% in 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:

A Level

Two years of a bachelor’s degree from Ethiopian university

A*A*A

‘A’ grade or 4.0/4.0 GPA

A*AA

AAA

AAB

ABB



A Level

Ylioppilastutkinto / studentexamen

A*A*A

Pass with 7776 in four subjects with 7 in required subjects.

A*AA

AAA

Pass with 7766 in four subjects with a minimum of 6 in required subjects.

AAB

Pass with 7666 in four subjects with a minimum of 6 in required subjects.

ABB

Pass with 6666 in four subjects with a minimum of 6 in required subjects.



A Level

Baccalaureate General (including Option International du Baccalaureate, OIB)

A*A*A

17 Très bien overall – minimum of 17 in required subjects.

A*AA

16 Très bien overall – minimum of 16 in required subjects.

AAA

15 Bien overall – minimum of 16 in required subjects.

AAB

14 Bien overall – minimum of 15 in required subjects.

ABB

14 Bien overall – minimum of 14 in required subjects.


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.

Qualifications accepted:

A Level

Year one of bachelor’s degree from a Gambian University

A*A*A

90% average

A*AA

80%

AAA

70%

AAB

65%

ABB

60%


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 Level

Abitur

A*A*A

At least 1.2 overall with minimum 13/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

A*AA

At least 1.4 overall with minimum 13/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

AAA

At least 1.6 overall with minimum 12/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

AAB

At least 1.8 overall with minimum 12/15 in required subjects at Higher Level (Leistungkurse)

ABB

At least 2.0 overall with minimum 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).


A Level

Apolytirion of Lykeion

A*A*A

19/20 or above in the Apolytirion and 2 A-levels with grades between A*-B

A*AA

18.5/20 or above in the Apolytirion and 2 A-levels with grades between A*-B


AAA

AAB

ABB


HKDSE

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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.

A*A*A

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

OR

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

A*AA

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

OR

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

AAA

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

OR

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

AAB

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

OR

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

ABB

Not Applicable

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.



A Level

Erettsegi / Matura

A*A*A

5 final subjects taken in the Hungarian Matura. 95%, 90% in two Advanced level subjects and 85%, 85%, 80% in three Intermediate level subjects

A*AA

5 final subjects taken in the Hungarian Matura. 90%, 90% in two Advanced level subjects and 85%, 80%, 80% in three Intermediate level subjects

AAA

5 final subjects taken in the Hungarian Matura. 85%, 85% in two Advanced level subjects and 80%, 80%, 80% in three Intermediate level subjects

AAB

5 final subjects taken in the Hungarian Matura. 80%, 80% in two Advanced level subjects and 80%, 80%, 75% in three Intermediate level subjects

ABB

5 final subjects taken in the Hungarian Matura. 80%, 80% in two Advanced level subjects and 80%, 80%, 75% in three Intermediate level subjects



A Level

Studentsprof (from Gymnasium)

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

Overall average score of 7.5/10 with 8 in required subjects


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.


A Level

Indonesian First Year Degree

Diploma 2 or Diploma 3

A*A*A

Pass year 1 of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 8 out of 10.

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.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 8 out of 10.

AAA

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 7 out of 10.

AAB

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 6 out of 10.

ABB

Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 6 out of 10.


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.


A Level

Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher level)

A*A*A

H1,H1,H1,H2,H2,H2 including H1 in required subjects.

A*AA

H1,H1,H2,H2,H2,H2 including H1 in required subjects.

AAA

H1,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 including H2 in required subjects.

AAB

H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H3 including H2 in required subjects.

ABB

H2,H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 including H2 in required subjects.



Matriculation Certificate (Bagrut)

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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



A Level

Esame di Stato

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

Overall average grade of 88% or above, with 90% in required subjects.

ABB

Overall average grade of 85% or above, with 85% in required subjects.



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%.

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 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.

The Latvian Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu 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 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.

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).


A Level

Liechtenstein Matura

A*A*A

6.0 overall including at least 6 in two subjects and 5 in one

A*AA

6.0 overall including at least 6 in two subjects and 5 in one

AAA

6.0 overall including at least 5 in three subjects

AAB

5.5 overall including at least 5 in two subjects and 4 in one

ABB

5.5 overall including at least 5 in one subject and 4 in two



A Level

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

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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



A Level

Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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


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 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).

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.


Centre for Foundation Studies, IIUM

A*AA

GPA 3.8 or higher

A*AA

GPA 3.6 or higher

AAA

GPA 3.5 or higher

AAB

GPA 3.4 or higher

ABB

GPA 3.3 or higher


UEC – United Examination Certificate

  • 5 academic subjects (including any subject specific requirements) excluding Chinese, Malay Language
    and Book Keeping and Commerce.
  • Equivalent offers to A Levels listed below


A*A*A

A1,A1,A2,A2,A2

A*AA

A1,A2,A2,A2,A2

AAA

A2,A2,A2,A2,A2

AAB

4 x A1 or A2, 1xB3

ABB

3 x A1 or A2, 2xB3



A Level

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

A*A*A

Pass with AA at Advanced Level and AAA at Intermediate level. Excludes Intermediate Level in Systems of Knowledge

A*AA

Pass with AA at Advanced Level and AAA at Intermediate level. Excludes Intermediate Level in Systems of Knowledge

AAA

Pass with AA at Advanced Level and AAB at Intermediate level. Excludes Intermediate Level in Systems of Knowledge

AAB

Pass with AA at Advanced Level and AAB at Intermediate level. Excludes Intermediate Level in Systems of Knowledge

ABB

Pass with AB at Advanced Level and ABB at Intermediate level. Excludes Intermediate Level in Systems of Knowledge


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.


A Level

Diploma o polozenom maturskom ispitu

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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).

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


A Level

VWO (Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs)

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

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).

AAA

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).

AAB

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).

ABB

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).


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).


A Level

Macedonian Secondary School Leaving Diploma/Matura

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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



A Level

Norweigan Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole (VVO)

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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

Maths

Students applying for mathematics or science-based programmes which require mathematics and further mathematics at A- level will require VVO mathematics at R1 followed by R2 level

S2 mathematics is required for applicants to Social Science programmes which require Maths A- level


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, 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.


A Level

Polish Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura

A*A*A

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).

A*AA

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).

AAA

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

AAB

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%)

ABB

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%)



A Level

Diploma Nível Secundário de Educação / Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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


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.


A Level

Diplomă de Bacalaureat

A*A*A

Minimum 9.5 overall with at least 9.5 in two subjects plus at least 9.0 in one subject to include required subject(s).

A*AA

Minimum 9.3 overall with at least 9.5 in two subjects plus at least 9.0 in one subject to include required subject(s).

AAA

Minimum 9.0 overall with at least 9.0 in three subjects to include required subject(s).

AAB

Minimum 8.7 overall with at least 9.0 in two subjects plus at least 8.5 in one subject to include required subject(s).

ABB

Minimum 8.5 overall with at least 9.0 in one subject plus at least 8.5 in two subjects to include required subject(s).


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.

A Level

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

A*A*A

An average overall GPA of 4.5/5.0

A*AA

AAA

An average overall GPA of 4.0/5.0

AAB

ABB


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).


A Level

Диплома о стеченом среднем образованиy / Diploma o stecenom srednem obrazovanju (Diploma of Completed Secondary Education) / Matura (less than 5 years)

A*A*A

Overall average score of 5, with 5 in required subject(s).

A*AA

Overall average score of 5, with 5 in required subject(s).

AAA

Overall average score of 5, with 5 in required subject(s).

AAB

Overall average score of 4.5, with 5 in required subject(s).

ABB

Overall average score of 4.5, with 5 in required subject(s).


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.

A Level

Bachelor’s Degree (1st year grade)

A*A*A

Over 90%

A*AA

80%

AAA

70%

AAB

65%

ABB

60%



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.

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)

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.


A Level

Maturitná skúška / Maturita

A*A*A

výborný (1) in the majority of subjects, and at least 4 subjects should be taken, with 85% in required subject(s).

A*AA

výborný (1) in the majority of subjects, and at least 4 subjects should be taken, with 85% in required subject(s).

AAA

výborný (1) in the majority of subjects, and at least 4 subjects should be taken, with 85% in required subject(s).

AAB

výborný (1) in the majority of subjects, and at least 4 subjects should be taken, with 85% in required subject(s).

ABB

výborný (1) in the majority of subjects, and at least 4 subjects should be taken, with 85% in required subject(s).



A Level

Slovenian Matura / Secondary School Leaving Diploma

A*A*A

Successfully complete the Matura examinations with a minimum score of 5,5,5,5,5 in five individual subjects (including two higher level subjects).

A*AA

Successfully complete the Matura examinations with a minimum score of 5,5,5,5,4 in five individual subjects (including two higher level subjects).

AAA

Successfully complete the Matura examinations with a minimum score of 5,5,5,4,4 in five individual subjects (including two higher level subjects).

AAB

Successfully complete the Matura examinations with a minimum score of 5,5,4,4,4 in five individual subjects (including two higher level subjects).

ABB

Successfully complete the Matura examinations with a minimum score of 5,4,4,4,4 in five individual subjects (including two higher level subjects).

Note: Higher level mathematics or higher level in a language may be required for some programmes (any programme requiring an A-level in maths or an A-level in a language) and students should achieve a mark of between 6 – 8. In such a case, this grade would replace one of the specified grades.

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.

Qualifications accepted:

A Level

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

A*A*A

77777

A*AA

77776

AAA

77766

AAB

77666

ABB

76666


A-Level Grade

A*

A

B

NSC

7

7

7

Percentage equivalent

80-100%

80-100%

70-79%

Subject specific equivalencies

A Level

Matriculation programme

Exam Grade

A Level Biology

NSC Biology

7

A Level Chemistry

NSC Chemistry

7

A Level English

NSC English

7

A Level History

NSC History

7

A Level Mathematics

Core Mathematics

7

A Level Music

NSC Music

7

A Level Physics

NSC Physics

7

GCSE Mathematics

Mathematics Literacy

6

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


A Level

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

Year One at a South Korean University

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

AAB

ABB

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).


A Level

Curso de Orientación Universitaria (COU) / Título de Bachillerato

A*A*A

Overall 9.2 or above

A*AA

Overall 9.0 or above

AAA

Overall 8.8 or above

AAB

Overall 8.5 or above

ABB

Overall 8.0 or above

Note: 9 may be required in specified required subjects, and Faculty of Science courses/departments require the Science and Technology strand.


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%)

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).


A Level

Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola (previously Studentexamen) (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate)

A*A*A

2500 credits taken with an overall score of 19.5 including ABB in specified subjects

A*AA

AAA

2500 credits taken with an overall score of 19.0 including BBB in specified subjects

AAB

ABB

2500 credits taken with an overall score of 16.0 including BBC in specified subjects



A Level

Federal Maturity Certificate/
Maturitätszeugnis/ Certificat de Maturité/ Baccalauréat/ Attestato di Maturità

A*A*A

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

A*AA

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

AAA

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

AAB

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

ABB

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



A*A*A

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

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:

Qualifications accepted:

A Level

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE)

A*A*A

AAA

A*AA

AAA

AAA

AAA

AAB

AAB

ABB

AAB


A-Level Grade

A*

A

B

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education (ACSE)

A

A

B



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.

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 Level

Devlet Lise Diplomasi (State High School Diploma) or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi (Private High School Finishing Diploma)

A*A*A

Final year (year 12) grade of 86% or higher – with 85% in required subjects – provided the school is on the approved high school list

A*AA

Final year (year 12) grade of 86% or higher – with 85% in required subjects – provided the school is on the approved high school list

AAA

Final year (year 12) grade of 85% or higher – with 85% in required subjects – provided the school is on the approved high school list

AAB

Final year (year 12) grade of 84% or higher – with 85% in required subjects – provided the school is on the approved high school list

ABB

Final year (year 12) grade of 83% or higher – with 85% in required subjects – provided the school is on the approved high school list

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 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:

  1. Applicants with a Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) will be considered on the same basis as UK A-level applicants.
  2. 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.

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.

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

A*A*A

Three AP test scores of:

5,5,5

Two AP test scores of: 5,5

PLUS one of the following:

  • Honours Course: A+
  • SAT I: 1390 (min 720 RW, 650 M)
  • ACT: 30
  • One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at A

A*AA

Three AP test scores of:

5,5,5

Two AP test scores of: 5,5

PLUS one of the following:

  • SAT I: 1350 (min 700 RW, 650 M)
  • ACT: 30
  • Honours Course: A+
  • One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at A

AAA

Three AP test scores of:

5,5,5

OR

Four AP test scores of:

5,5,4,4

Two AP test scores of: 5,5

PLUS one of the following:

  • SAT I: 1350 (min 700 RW, 650 M)
  • ACT: 30
  • Honours Course: A
  • One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at A

AAB

Three AP test scores of:

5,4,4

Two AP test scores of: 5,4

PLUS one of the following:

  • SAT I: 1290 (min 650 RW, 620 M)
  • ACT: 28
  • Honours Course: B+
  • One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at A

ABB

Three AP test scores of:

5,4,4

Two AP test scores of: 5,4

PLUS one of the following:

  • SAT I: 1290 (min 650 RW, 620 M)
  • ACT: 28
  • Honours course at B+
  • One year-long equivalent Dual Enrolment/College course at A
For students attending a school that does not offer AP curriculum, read our entry requirements here.



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. 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 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.

Qualiication accepted:

A Level

ZIMSEC A-level

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 ABB


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  • Embark on an Education degree at Durham and experience our innovative research informed teaching and exceptional support. We offer courses for people who want to teach and for those with an interest in education in its broadest sense through academic studies in education. The School of Education, Durham University offers a suite of undergraduate degrees linked to academic studies in Education. These include a single honours Bachelors degree in Education Studies and joint honours options. These allow students to develop specialism in Education studies with a partner subject. Current joint honours degree specialisms on offer are Education Studies - Geography; Education Studies - Sociology and Education Studies - Psychology (with the option of BPS accreditation). Students in our Education Studies suite of programmes can also tailor their degree by selecting optional modules from across the wider university. Our undergraduate Bachelors degree in Primary Education (with QTS) combines an academic programme of study with practical preparation to become a teacher. The programme provides the tools and support you need to become an inspiring and outstanding teacher who will make a difference to the lives of pupils, both now and in the future. For more information see our department pages.

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

89%

in work or further study.

100%

in high or medium skilled employment.

£31,033

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

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Our BA in Primary Education offers the opportunity to gain Qualified Teacher Status with most graduates progressing directly into teaching. Graduates of the BA Education Studies suite of degrees move into a diverse range of roles including the wider children's workforce in welfare and social care related roles, education administration and business. The commercial and digital education sectors are growing internationally and our graduates are also attracted into these areas of activity. Some of our graduates undertake postgraduate teacher training courses (e.g. PGCE). Our Education Studies- Psychology graduates often move into teaching and psychology allied professions with the longer term intention of becoming educational psychologists. Some of our students choose further study, progressing to Masters or doctoral programmes and research.

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