Durham Inspiring Excellence Scholarships - Undergraduate
Durham University · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
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Offered by Durham University, the MBiol Biosciences provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Course details With science and its challenges making today’s global headlines, studying this research-led modular degree will help you develop the necessary skills you’ll need to pursue a career in the science sector and beyond. The curriculum links academic theory with practical experience through a combination of core and optional modules that offer plenty of opportunity to tailor your studies as your interests evolve. Themed ‘routes’ include Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, Cell Biology, Genetics, and Ecology and Environmental Science. International tuition fees are £34,000 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 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £29,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | AAA Must include two science subjects, one of which must be Biology or Chemistry or Human Biology. Psychology, Maths and Geography are all considered sciences for the purposes of admissions. Although PE is accepted as a third A-level, it is not a science for the purpose of admissions Applicants taking Science A-levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. This refers only to English A Levels. |
| International Baccalaureate | 36 points 666 in higher level subjects including Biology or Chemistry plus another higher level science subject. |
| 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
£34,000
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 | £25,500 | £28,500 | £34,000 |
| 3 years | £26,500 | £29,500 | £36,500 |
| 5 years | £30,500 | £37,000 | £56,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 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: CAH03-01-02). 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 Biosciences as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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