Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships - Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate
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The BA (Hons) Modern European Languages and History (with Year Abroad) at Durham University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about bridging cultural boundaries. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Course details This Joint Honours degree will allow you to further your interest in the study of a modern European language (French, German, Italian, Russian or Spanish) and related cultural topics alongside exploring different periods and themes of history. Our answer to that is simple: because we are human, and we need to understand ourselves, and one another. History helps us to see other ways of thinking and living – and it offers us alternative perspectives on the present. 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 £31,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | AAA Specific subjects/grades required for entry: A level History and at least one A level language from French, German, Italian, Russian or Spanish. |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points 666 at higher level including History and at least one language from Arabic, French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish |
| 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 and funding
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 | £37,000 |
| 3 years | £26,000 | £31,000 | £38,500 |
| 5 years | £31,500 | £40,000 | £55,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £9,000 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: CAH19-04-09). 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 Modern European Languages and History (with Year Abroad) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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