Durham University

Durham University is a collegiate public research university in Durham, England, founded by an Act of Parliament in 1832 and incorporated by royal charter in 1837. It was the first recognized university to open in England for more than 600 years, after Oxford and Cambridge, and is thus, following standard historical practice in defining a university, the third-oldest university in England. As a collegiate university, its main functions are divided between the academic departments of the university and its 17 colleges. In general, the departments perform research and provide teaching to students, while the colleges are responsible for their domestic arrangements and welfare

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Durham, England

Population

67 Million

Great Britain Pounds (i.e., 1 GBP=100 INR Approx.)

Campuses

Durham, England

Languages Used

English

Nearest Popular Cities

Leeds. (1 hour 33 mins via car)
Bradford. (1 hour 49 mins)
Kingston upon Hull. (2 hours 16 mins via car)
Manchester. (2 hours 27 mins via car)
Edinburgh. (2 hour 50 mins via car)

Tuition Fees

Ranges between Min 8000 GBP to Max 17000 GBP

Living Expenses

Ranges between 300 GBP - 1300 GBP/Month(Depending on Student Lifestyle)

Part Time Work Limit

20 hrs/Week during Study Period,40hrs/week during Holidays

Part Time Wages

Ranges between 6 GBP - 10 GBP/Hour(INR 600 - INR 1000/Hour)

Benefits of studying at Durham University

Collegiate system: Durham University has a unique collegiate system, which provides a supportive and inclusive community for students, as well as opportunities for social and intellectual engagement through events and activities.
Research excellence: Durham University is a research-intensive university, with world-leading research in areas such as science, engineering, and social sciences, providing opportunities for students to participate in cutting-edge research projects and gain valuable research skills.
Location: Durham University is located in the historic and picturesque city of Durham, providing a unique and inspiring environment for learning and personal development.
Global outlook: Durham University has a diverse student body, with students from over 150 countries, providing a multicultural environment that encourages cross-cultural collaboration and understanding.
Employability: Durham University has a strong focus on employability, with a range of programs and initiatives to support students in developing their career prospects, such as work placements, internships, and career services.
Student support: Durham University has a strong commitment to student support and wellbeing, with a range of support services available to students, including academic and personal counseling, disability services, and mental health support.

Permanent Residency

Option 1: Students Have to stay for 5 Years on a Tier 2 Visa (Work Visa) to be eligible for PR

Option 2: Students have to stay for 10 Years on a Tier 4 Visa (Study Visa) to be eligible for PR

Option 3: Students can also shift from Start-up Visa to an Innovator visa & stay for 3 Years to be eligible for PR

Post Study Work

UNITED KINGDOM

1) Stay up to 24 months after course completion to find a job

2) Students can also apply for a Tier 5 Temporary Worker GAE Visa & can stay up to 24 Additional Months

3) Students can also apply for Startup Visa & can stay up to 24 months

NETHERLANDS

If a student's Ne / Subject ranks in the top 200 world ranking (ie THE/QS/Shanghai Ranking) they are eligible to apply for a 1 year Job Search Visa in the Netherlands.

CANADA

Post Completion of the course in the UK, the student can try for Express Entry Visa

AUSTRALIA

Based on the student's previous work experience Student can apply for a Skilled Independent Visa Note: Post Completion of the Course in the UK, students will have more opportunities to get a job in the UK, Middle East, and India with a Very good Pay scale