Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships - Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate
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Offered by Durham University, the BA (Hons) Japanese Studies (with Year Abroad) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in languages and area studies. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Course details Spanning languages and society, the arts and cultural history – an in-depth understanding and appreciation of language and culture will give you a greater insight into communities and build deeper connections with people across the world. This multidisciplinary degree will develop advanced knowledge and the understanding of Japanese language and culture. You will study a core language module in each of your three years. 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 98% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £31,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | AAB |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points 665 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 | £29,000 | £32,500 | £36,500 |
| 3 years | £26,500 | £31,500 | £38,500 |
| 5 years | £32,000 | £40,000 | £55,000 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 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: CAH19-04). 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

Durham University offers Japanese Studies (with Year Abroad) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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