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Central & South Asia
Durham University is a globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, with over one third of our students coming from an international background.
Find your place with an International Scholarship
We're offering a range of new International Scholarships to students from Bangladesh, India, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan and Vietnam. The scholarships consist of a £5,000 per year tuition fee discount for most of our undergraduate and taught postgraduate programmes starting in 2025.
Support for Applicants
We understand that it can be challenging knowing where to start when applying to an overseas University. At Durham there is a wide range of support available to students who live in Central & South Asia and are considering applying to Durham. We have a dedicated team who are on hand to answer any questions you have.
Information for Central & South Asia applicants.
Meet your Representatives
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Events
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India Entry Requirements
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Entry requirements for Central & South Asia
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English Language Requirements
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Scholarships
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International Study Centre
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Central & South Asia Partnerships
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Meet your Representatives
The Central & South Asia student recruitment team are there to help with any aspect of the application process. They would be happy to hear from you to assist with any questions you have.
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Matt Jarvis - Regional Manager
Matt is responsible for international student recruitment across South Asia. To contact our in-country advisors in India, please contact india.team@durham.ac.uk
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Eleanor Garrick - Regional Manager
Eleanor is responsible for international student recruitment across Central and East Asia, excluding China.
Matt Jarvis - Regional Manager
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Eleanor Garrick - Regional Manager
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Central & South Asia Events
Meet the team at a recruitment event near you or online and find out more about Durham.
In Person
All timings displayed are local to the event location.
| Date | Event | Country | City | Location | Timings (IST) |
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| 25.04.2025 | Offer Holder Meet and Greet | India | Delhi | Le Meridien Hotel | |
| 26.04.2025 | Offer Holder Meet and Greet | India | Mumbai | Taj Lands End Hotel | |
| 27.04.2025 | Offer Holder Meet and Greet | India | Bangalore | The Oberoi Hotel | |
| 24.05.2025 | IPC Education Fair | India | Delhi NCR | Hyatt Regency, Delhi |
Online
We currently have no upcoming online events. Please check back soon.
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If you have any questions about our events, please contact us at: India.team@durham.ac.uk
I have really enjoyed being at a collegiate university. The college atmosphere, living and dining with other students, helps you form some of the deepest and strongest friendships of your life. There are also lots of extracurricular activities to get involved with."
Visit Durham University
You can book one of our personalised Campus Visits to find out more about our academic degree programmes and student life on campus. Visits start with a presentation from a member of staff from the International Office, followed by a guided tour from one of our student ambassadors.
Entry Requirements
Central & East Asia Entry Requirements
Bangladesh
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
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.
India
Undergraduate
Standard XII
| A*A*A | Standard XII with an average score of 90% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education) with any prerequisite subjects at 87% or higher. |
| A*AA | Standard XII with an average score of 87% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher. |
| AAA | Standard XII with an average score of 85% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher. |
| AAB | Standard XII with an average score of 84% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education) with any prerequisite subjects at 85% or higher. |
| ABB | Standard XII with an average score of 83% (best of 4 academic subjects, excluding Physical Education) 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
A 3, 4 or 5-year Bachelors degree from an approved Indian university with a score of 60%-70% depending on the institution.
Kazakhstan
Undergraduate
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
Postgraduate
A Bakalavr from a recognised Kazakh institution with a minimum GPA of 3.4/4.0, 4.3/5.0 or 85%.
Pakistan
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, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information).
Postgraduate
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.
Sri Lanka
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%) |
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
Students with Bachelor's Special degree or Professional degree with grades of 70% (1st Class honours) from a recognised university will be considered for entry to taught Masters programmes at Durham University.
Turkey
For information about Entry requirements, please visit Turkey Entry Requirements