Overview

Who is this programme for?

The International Foundation Year in Humanities, Law and Social Science programme of Durham University is for international students looking to study a related degree at the university, but need additional time to prepare.
Improve your academic and English language skills needed for your chosen degree.

Explore concepts, terminology and practical skills needed to succeed at a world-class university.

Study core modules for humanities, social science and law with this foundation year, developing your critical skills and understanding of key themes and models.

Take the time to adjust to the UK education system so you can be ready to start your degree with confidence.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology of the Environment

English Literature

Sociology

Numerical Skills with Statistics

Ancient History

Geography

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-11-23 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-11 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

International Law Liberal Arts View 673 other preparation in International Law 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 first degree in a relevant subject

English language: Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5

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

26500 GBP / full

≈ 26500 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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