Overview

Durham University is highly regarded, being named University of the Year in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. It ranks in the top 10 for languages according to both The Complete University Guide 2026 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. The university boasts strong partnerships and excellent facilities, fostering a vibrant academic environment.

Careers with Chinese Studies with Year Abroad

Graduates of the Chinese Studies with Year Abroad programme have a wide range of career options. Many alumni work in roles that require strong language skills and cultural insight, including positions in international relations, education, and business development. The degree equips students with the necessary skills to thrive in diverse environments, making them attractive to employers globally. According to the HESA Graduate Outcomes Survey, 86% of UK/EU students who graduated in 2022/23 were either in work or further study, with an average salary of £32,000.

Programme Structure

Courses

Chinese Language 1B or Chinese Language 1A for post-A level entrants (double module)
Chinese Culture

Chinese History
Imagining East Asia in the Modern World

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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120

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80

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Asian studies View 68 other Bachelors in Asian studies 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

Duolingo English Test

120

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80

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A level offer – AAB.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma – DDD.

IB Diploma score – 36 with 665 in higher level subjects.

Applicants taking Science A levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. This applies only to applicants sitting A levels with an English examination board.

We welcome applications from those with other qualifications equivalent to our standard entry requirements and from mature students with non-standard qualifications or who may have had a break in their study.
if you are an international student who does not meet the requirements for direct entry to this degree, you may be eligible to take an International Foundation Year pathway programme at the Durham University International Study Centre

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

28500 GBP / year

≈ 28500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

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.

Funding

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Careers with Chinese Studies with Year Abroad

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Durham

Funding

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