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South East Asia

Durham University is a globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, with over one third of our students coming from an international background.

Currently over 300 of our students are from South East Asia.
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Support for Applicants

We understand that it can be challenging knowing where to start when applying to an overseas University. At Durham there is a wide range of support available to students who live in South East Asia and are considering applying to Durham. We have a dedicated team who are on hand to answer any questions you have. 

 

Information for South East Asian Applicants

Meet your Representatives

Get in touch with the South East Asia Student Recruitment Team
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Events

See our upcoming events to find out more about Durham
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Academic Entry Requirements

Academic entry requirements for applicants from South East Asia
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English Language Requirements

English Language requirements for applicants from South East Asia
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Scholarships

Our scholarships support students from around the world.
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International Study Centre

If you do not meet the direct requirements, you have the option to study pathway programmes at the Durham University International Study Centre. Find out more.
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South East Asian Partnerships

Find out more about our partnerships in South East Asia
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Meet your Representatives

The South East Asia student recruitment team are there to help with any aspect of the application process. They would be happy to hear from you to assist with any questions you have. 

Jasmine Bual, Regional Manager

Jasmine is the Regional Manager for South East Asia and is responsible for supporting applicants from across the region.
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Agent Enquires

For agent enquiries, contact international.agent@durham.ac.uk
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South East Asia Events 

Meet the team at a recruitment event near you or online and find out more about Durham. 

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"Durham truly gave me the opportunity to realize my potential and in a way that I never would’ve thought possible."

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You can book one of our personalised Campus Visits to find out more about our academic degree programmes and student life on campus. Visits start with a presentation from a member of staff from the International Office, followed by a guided tour from one of our student ambassadors.

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Entry Requirements

Brunei

Undergraduate

  • The Basic Education High School examination/matriculation is not sufficient for direct entry onto an undergraduate programme at Durham. IB and A Levels will be considered
  • Cambridge GCE ‘A’ levels – grades at departmental level in three subjects (A*A*A – ABB)
  • International Baccalaureate (38-34 points)
  • A recognised UK Foundation Programme
  • IELTS score of band 6.5 – 7.0 (no element below band 6.0) or equivalent.

Postgraduate

A Masters’ degree from a recognised institution in Brunei will be considered for postgraduate entry with minimum grade of 70%, Excellent/Very Good or a numeric score of 3.5.

 

Cambodia

Undergraduate

A*A*A Associates Degree with overall score of 88% or better.
A*AA Associates Degree with overall score of 85% or better.
AAA Associates Degree with overall score of 83% or better.
AAB Associates Degree with overall score of 81% or better.
ABB Associates Degree with overall score of 80% or better.

Postgraduate

A Master's degree with scores of 80-84% / B+ / 3.50-3.99/ Very Good depending on the awarding institution.

Indonesia

Undergraduate

A Level Indonesian First Year Degree Diploma 2 or Diploma 3
A*A*A Pass year 1 of a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 8 out of 10.

A*AA Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 8 out of 10.

AAA Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 7 out of 10.

AAB Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 6 out of 10.

ABB Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with average grades of 3 out of 4.

Pass Diploma II (D2) or Diploma III (D3) with GPA of 6 out of 10.

 

Postgraduate

A bachelors degree from a recognised institution with a GPA of 3.3 or above.

 

Malaysia

Undergraduate

STPM
A*A*A STPM with a CGPA of 3.5 or higher.
A*AA STPM with a CGPA of 3.3 or higher.
AAA STPM with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher.
AAB STPM with a CGPA of 3.1 or higher.
ABB STPM with a CGPA of 3.0 or higher.
Post-SPM Diploma
A*A*A Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.5 or higher.
A*AA Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.3 or higher.
AAA Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.2 or higher.
AAB Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.1 or higher.
ABB Post-SPM Diploma with a CGPA 3.0 or higher.
Matriculation Certificate
A*A*A Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.7 or higher.
A*AA Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
AAA Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.4 or higher.
AAB Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.3 or higher.
ABB Matriculation Certificate with a GPA of 3.2 or higher.
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A*AA GPA 3.8 or higher
A*AA GPA 3.6 or higher
AAA GPA 3.5 or higher
AAB GPA 3.4 or higher
ABB GPA 3.3 or higher

 

UEC – United Examination Certificate

  • 5 academic subjects (including any subject specific requirements) excluding Chinese, Malay Language 
    and Book Keeping and Commerce.
  • Equivalent offers to A Levels listed below
A*A*A A1,A1,A2,A2,A2
A*AA A1,A2,A2,A2,A2
AAA A2,A2,A2,A2,A2
AAB 4 x A1 or A2, 1xB3
ABB 3 x A1 or A2, 2xB3

 

Postgraduate

A bachelor’s degree from a recognised Malaysian University, with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher.

UK Honours Qualification 1 (CGPA)
First Class 1:1 3.67 - 4.00
Upper Second Class 2:1 3.2-3.66
Lower Second Class 2:2 2.50-2.90

 

Myanmar

Undergraduate

  • Cambridge GCE ‘A’ levels – grades at departmental level in three subjects (A*A*A – ABB)
  • The Basic Education High School examination/matriculation is not sufficient for direct entry onto an undergraduate programme at Durham. It can be used to meet GCSE subject requirements where grades of 40% or more have been obtained.

Postgraduate

 

  • A Masters’ degree from a recognised institution in Myanmar would be considered for postgraduate entry with minimum grade of 75%, Excellent/Very Good or a numeric score of 5.

 

Philippines

Undergraduate

The High School Diploma is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Postgraduate

A Bachelors degree from select universities on the International Office's list.

 

Singapore

Undergraduate

Singapore Cambridge A-levels A*A*A Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAA at H2 level or better.
A*AA Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAA at H2 level or better.
AAA Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAA at H2 level or better.
AAB Singapore Cambridge A-levels with AAB at H2 level or better.
ABB Singapore Cambridge A-levels with ABB at H2 level or better.
Polytechnic Diploma A*A*A Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.3.
A*AA Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.3.
AAA Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.2.
AAB Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.1.
ABB Singapore Polytechnic Diploma with a CGPA of 3.0.
NUS High School A*A*A NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.2.
A*AA NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.2.
AAA NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.2.
AAB NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.0.
ABB NUS High School (Cumulative Average Point [CAP]) with a CGPA of 4.0.

First year entry to relevant undergraduate programmes, except Engineering (see Engineering requirements below). 3-year Diploma from a recognised Polytechnic in Singapore in a relevant subject with the following grades;

  • A*A*A programmes = GPA 3.3 or higher
  • A*AA programmes = GPA 3.3 or higher
  • AAA programmes = GPA 3.2 or higher
  • AAB programmes = GPA 3.1 or higher
  • ABB programmes = GPA 3.0 or higher
  • A Ministry, Polytechnic, OR National Service letter can be used in lieu of IELTS if the qualification is less than two years old

Recognised Polytechnics

  • Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)
  • Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)
  • Republic Polytechnic (RP)
  • Singapore Polytechnic (SP)
  • Temasek Polytechnic (TP)

Durham’s Department of Engineering will consider applications for 2nd year entry to its BEng General Engineering programme. Applicants must pass the Polytechnic Diploma in engineering from one of the five listed Polytechnics above, with a GPA of 3.3 or higher, plus obtain high grades - B+ or 80% or GPA 3.5, in both mathematics and physics. Please note: Polytechnic Diploma holders are not required to take IELTS. There is exemption in place (see below)

Applicants with a Diploma in Law and Management from Temasek Polytechnic - GPA of 3.3 plus satisfactory LNAT scores, can be considered for year one entry to LLB

Applicants with a Diploma in Management Studies from the Singapore Institute of Management, can be considered for year one entry to Durham University Business School’s BA Business & Management and BA Marketing & Management programmes, providing they achieve a B+ or above average grade from the SIM Diploma in Management Studies and IELTS of 6.5 with no element below 6, or a University approved equivalent

Postgraduate

A Bachelors degree with a 2:1 and a GPA of 3.3/4.0 or 4.0/5.0.

 

Thailand

Undergraduate

A*A*A Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.4 or higher.
A*AA Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.3 or higher.
AAA Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher.
AAB Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.2 or higher.
ABB Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 3.1 or higher.

The Certificate of Secondary Education (Maw 6) is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Postgraduate

A Bachelors degree with an overall score of 70% or higher or a GPA of 3.0 - 3.3 or higher depending on the awarding institution.

 

Vietnam

Undergraduate

A*A*A Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.3 or higher.
A*AA Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.3 or higher.
AAA Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.2 or higher.
AAB Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 7.0 or higher.
ABB Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with a CGPA of 6.8 or higher.

The Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma is not suitable for direct entry. However, it can be considered on a case-by-case basis to fulfil GCSE requirements. Every subject passed in Upper Secondary School Graduate Diploma at grade 5-10 is comparable to GCSE A*C/9-5. English Language is comparable to Second Language only.

Postgraduate

A 4-year Bachelors degree (Bang tot nghiep dai hoc) awarded by a recognised institution with a GPA of 7.0 or higher.