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

The BSc (Hons) Economics at Durham University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Course details Economics is at the heart of decision-making across every aspect of society. From individuals and businesses to public bodies and multinational organisations, economists examine available resources and work out how they can be used efficiently and effectively. BSc Economics has been developed to meet the needs of the business world and equip you with the skills to succeed in a range of industries. International tuition fees are £31,000 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 £42,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | A*AA Specific subjects/grades required for entry: A Level Mathematics at Grade A. |
| International Baccalaureate | 37 points 666 at higher level including Mathematics. If you are not taking Mathematics at higher level, we can accept standard level Mathematics at grade 7. |
| 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
£31,000
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 | £33,000 | £40,000 | £50,000 |
| 3 years | £33,500 | £42,000 | £55,000 |
| 5 years | £50,000 | £64,000 | £84,000 |
UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £22,000 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: CAH15-02-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Durham University · Undergraduate
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Durham University · Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate

Durham University offers Economics as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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