East Asia and Australasia

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 600 of our students are from across East Asia and Australasia.

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 East Asia and Australasia and are considering applying to Durham. We have a dedicated team who are on hand to answer any questions you have.

Information for East Asia and Australasia Applicants

Meet your Representatives

Get in touch with the East Asia and Australasia Student Recruitment Team

Events

See our upcoming events to find out more about Durham

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Academic entry requirements for Australasia

East Asia Entry Requirements

Academic entry requirements for applicants from East Asia

English Language Requirements

English Language requirements for applicants from East Asia & Australasia

Send us your results

Send us aditional documents to support your application.

East Asia and Australasia Partnerships

Find out more about our partnerships in East Asia and Australasia

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.

Meet your Representatives

The East Asia and Australasia 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.

Eleanor Garrick - Regional Manager

Eleanor is responsible for international student recruitment across East Asia (excl. China) including Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Australia.
Agent Enquires

For agent enquiries, contact [email protected]

Eleanor Garrick - Regional Manager

Eleanor is responsible for international student recruitment across East Asia (excl. China) including Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Australia.

Agent Enquires

For agent enquiries, contact [email protected]

Email us

East Asia & Australasia Events

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

In Person

Date	Organiser & Registration link	Country/Region	City	Location	Times

Online

Date	Organiser & Registration link	Location	Times

I strongly believe that the University provides a great international experience because it puts effort into taking care of its international students and creates an environment that makes us feel welcome.

Jessica Sham, Hong Kong

BA Economics

Visit Durham University

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.

Book now

Australasia Entry Requirements

Australia

Undergraduate

AAA	Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 95
A*AA	Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 94
AAA	Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 92
AAB	Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 90
ABB	Completed High School Leaving Certificate plus an ATAR of 88

Note: A grade of A or 75% (for New South Wales) must be obtained for any subject specific requirements.

Postgraduate

A Bachelor’s Degree (minimum 3 years) or Bachelor Honours degree (4 years) with a Distinction (75-84%) from an Australian institution.

New Zealand

Undergraduate

AAA	NCEA level 3 with Excellence with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.
A*AA	NCEA level 3 with Merit or Excellence with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.
AAA	NCEA level 3 with Merit or Excellence with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.
AAB	NCEA level 3 with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.
ABB	NCEA level 3 with three level 3 subjects of 14 credits each, plus 10 Literacy credits at level 2 and 10 Numeracy credits at level 1 or above.

Notes: Where Maths A-Level is required level 3 subjects should include Maths and Statistics

Postgraduate

A Bachelors (Honours) degree with a B / 70-79% / 6 or better on the 9 point scale.

East Asia Entry Requirements

Hong Kong (SAR)

Undergraduate

HKDSE

AAA	5* 5* 5 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.
A*AA	5* 5 5 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.
AAA	5 5 5 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.
AAB	5 5 4 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.
ABB	5 4 4 in three subjects from any combination of Group A Electives, Core Mathematics, and Core English Language.

For subjects requiring a Maths A level.
AAA	5* 5* 5* 5 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2) OR 5* 5* 5* 5 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)
A*AA	5* 5* 5 5 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2) OR 5* 5* 5 5 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)
AAA	5 5 5 5 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2) OR 5 5 5 5 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)
AAB	5 5 5 4 from two Group A Electives plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2) OR 5 5 5 4 one Group A Elective plus Core English Language plus Core Mathematics and Extended Maths (M1 or M2)
ABB	Not Applicable

Associates Degree

AAA	Associates Degree with GPA of 3.4 or higher.
A*AA	Associates Degree with GPA of 3.3 or higher.
AAA	Associates Degree with GPA of 3.2 or higher.
AAB	Associates Degree with GPA of 3.2 or higher.
ABB	Associates Degree with GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Postgraduate

A Bachelor’s (Honours) degree with a 2:1 or a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 or equivalent depending on the grading system.

Japan

Undergraduate

AAA	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%.
A*AA	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%.
AAA	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85%.
AAB	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80%.
ABB	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree from a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80%.

Note: The Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Postgraduate

A Bachelor’s degree (Gakushi, 4-6 years) with an overall grade of B or a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0.

Macau (SAR)

Undergraduate

Ensino Secundario Complementor

AAA	Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 19.
A*AA	Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 19.
AAA	Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 19.
AAB	Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 18.
ABB	Ensino Secundário Complementar at GPA 3.2/4 or grade of 18.

Postgraduate

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited University in Macau with a GPA of 3.2 or above.

South Korea

Undergraduate

A Level	Junior College Diploma or Associates Degree (both minimum 3 year study)	Year One at a South Korean University
AAA	3.5/4.5 GPA or overall score of 87% in a relevant subject	3.5/4.0 GPA or overall score of 85% in a relevant subject
A*AA	3.5/4.5 GPA or overall score of 85% in a relevant subject	3.0/4.0 GPA or overall score of 83% in a relevant subject
AAA
AAB
ABB

Note: 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, please visit our Durham University International Study Centre website for more information.

Postgraduate

A Bachelor’s degree (Haksa) from an accredited South Korean University with a minimum GPA of 3.3 out of 4.3 or 3.5 out of 4.5

Taiwan

Undergraduate

AAA	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 90% or higher.
A*AA	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher.
AAA	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher.
AAB	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher.
ABB	Pass year 1 of a Bachelors degree at a recognised university in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher.

Junior College Diploma

AAA	Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 87% or higher.
A*AA	Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher.
AAA	Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 85% or higher.
AAB	Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher.
ABB	Junior College Diploma in a relevant subject with an overall grade of 80% or higher.

Note: The Senior High School Leaving Certificate is not suitable for direct entry. We require students to complete an alternative qualification or a foundation programme for direct entry.

Postgraduate

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Taiwanese University with a minimum grade of 75% or a GPA of 3.0/4.0.