Overview

Who is this programme for?

The International Foundation Year in Business, Economics, Accounting and Finance programme of Durham University is for international students aiming to study an undergraduate degree in a business, economics, accounting or finance field at Durham University.
Develop the academic and English language skills you need to meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Gain a grounding in study skills and terminology as well as practical experience with research methods and critical thinking.

Adjust to the UK education system and build a foundation in business concepts at a university level.

Build a foundation of economics or a foundation in accounting and finance subjects before starting your degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Foundations of Business

Pure Mathematics and Strategic

Statistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-11-24 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Business Administration Finance Accounting View 1004 other preparation in Accounting in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic: Good high school graduation grades or equivalent, with relevant subjects

English language: IELTS for UKVI 5.5 (5.5 in reading and writing, minimum of 5.0 in all other skills)

Age: 17+

Alternative international requirements

IGCSE / GCSE / O-Level: 5 passes at A-C in relevant subjects (excluding native language). New grades 9 - 4 in English and Maths

IB Diploma Programme: 26 points (IB Certificate accepted, 26 points) (Subject pass level is 3)

A levels: 84 UCAS points (formerly 240) no E grades at A level counted towards UCAS points total, combinations of A and AS levels accepted

24 UCAS points from AS only (native language accepted) (formerly 80 UCAS points)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

26750 GBP / full

≈ 26750 GBP / full

Living costs

Durham

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Who is this programme for?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Durham

Funding

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