Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships - Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course

Pursue your ambitions in history, philosophy, and theology with the BA (Hons) Ancient History at Durham University. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Course details If you are fascinated by the history of the Greeks and Romans, this is the course for you. We will introduce you to the world of ancient Greece and Rome, and their interactions with each other and other Mediterranean societies. Why Durham University? Explore the artistic, historical, literary, linguistic, cultural, scientific, and philosophical aspects of the Greek and Roman world, studying in one of the largest and most vibrant departments in the UK at the heart of a World Heritage Site. International tuition fees are £28,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £29,000 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.
| A-Level | AAA |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points 666 in higher level subjects |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£28,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,500 | £32,000 | £35,000 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £29,000 | £39,500 |
| 5 years | £28,500 | £40,500 | £55,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £11,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20-01-05). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Durham University · Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate

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