Program Overview
The Science and Engineering at Durham University is a Pre-Master programme in Engineering over 5 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Science and Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 5 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Durham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Science and Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Academic English Skills
- Advanced Academic English Writing Skills for Science and Engineering
- Extended Research Project
- Laboratory Skills and Experimental Design
- Quantitative Skills for Science and Engineering (Maths and Statistics)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Academic: Good first degree or diploma in a relevant subject. Students choosing the Business, Economics, Accounting and Finance pathway will need proof of Maths or other numerate subject modules within their undergraduate degree or diploma. Students choosing the Science and Engineering pathway will need a relevant degree.
- English language:
Three terms - Academic IELTS for UKVI 5.5 (5.5 in all skills)*
Two terms - Academic IELTS for UKVI 6.0 (5.5 in all skills)* - Age: 20+
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Durham University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Durham University
Durham University
Durham , Stockton, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 5 months
