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

Offered by Durham University, the BSc (Hons) Finance provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in business and management. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. Course details As financial markets across the world grow more closely connected, this specialist degree develops the quantitative and analytical skills you’ll need to pursue a career in the financial services industry. Learning from expert lecturers and guest speakers, the degree will give you a taste of real-world finance. We combine academic excellence, insightful research and exceptional global business connections, equipping you with the tools to become an innovative business thinker in your career and beyond. 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 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £42,000 within three years, a 93% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | AAB Specific subjects excluded for entry: General Studies. A strong proficiency in Mathematics is required. If not taken as an A level, a grade 7 (or grade A) in Mathematics at GCSE is required. We welcome the Core Mathematics Qualification and accept a grade 5 minimum (or grade B) in lieu of our GCSE mathematics requirement. |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points 665 at higher level, including standard level mathematics at grade 5 if not taken at higher level. |
| 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 and funding
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £35,000 | £43,000 | £50,000 |
| 3 years | £30,500 | £42,000 | £57,000 |
| 5 years | £34,500 | £63,000 | £86,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £21,000 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: CAH17-01-07). 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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