Durham University Business School Rankings, Courses, Accommodation, Placements, and Scholarships

The Durham University Business School, ranked 86th in the world (QS 2021) is one of the UK’s oldest business schools . The Business School, ranked among top 20 in Europe, operates on three campuses: Durham City, Ushaw College and Queen’s Campus in Stockton.

Durham University Business School offers a variety of top-rated undergraduate, postgraduate, Ph.D., academic, DBA, and free programmes. The Online MBA was ranked 7th in the world by the Financial Times in 2021, and 11th in the world by QS World University Ranking. It holds triple accreditation: AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA.

Students who complete their studies at this school are put in prestigious corporations. The university offers 45+ international scholarships, 25+ Achievement Scholarships, and 12 Business Analytics Scholarships to students who need financial assistance. To be eligible for a scholarship, a student must meet certain requirements. One of them is keeping a strong academic record.

The School Alumni have a great impact across the world on various sectors like finance,economy, society. Top Companies like Accenture, Johnson & JOhnson, ,Walt DisneyRolls Royce, Warner Bros, Deloitte and prominent others have hired students from DUBS. Check: Durham University Business School Placements

Durham University Business School Rankings

• #86 in the world, as per QS Rankings 2021.
• #74 in the world and #8 in the UK by Financial Times for Global MBA - Overall 2021.
• #1 in the UK and #5 globally for Global MBA - Corporate Social Responsibility by Financial Times 2021
• #1 in the UK and #6 globally for Global MBA - Value for Money by Financial Times 2021
• #28 globally and #7 in Uk for Masters in Marketing by QS World University Ranking 2021
• #22 globally and #3 in Uk for Masters in Supply Chain Management by QS World University Ranking 2021

Highlights

Durham University Business School Campus and Accommodation

Campus 

• The School is situated on Millhill lane,located 15 minutes away from Newcastle and 30 minutes to York.
• The 11th century Undercroft, with arches and stone work, is the College's focal point for meeting, chatting, and relaxing.
• The Library is spread over seven floors providing a pleasant working environment for the students with stocks of books for their use.
• In the Moatside block of the College, there is a small fitness suite. The playing fields are situated on the eastern side of the city at Maiden Castle and the Racecourse.
• In Bailey Court, there are two music rehearsal rooms and one recording studio.

Accommodation

• The residential facility is located in the glorious setting of Ushaw College, a majestic, historic building set in 30 acres of gardens. It is an excellent learning environment for students.
• There are also a number of other options such as Studio Flats, Private Rooms, Shared Rooms near the campus where students have to pay an average of 150 GBP. Check: Durham University Business School Cost of Living

Durham University Business School Programs

Durham University Business School recently officially became Durham University’s fourth faculty. There are three departments of

1. Accounting, Economics, and Finance
2. Management
3. Marketing

The Business school offers a varied range of courses at diploma as well as at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and PhDs. Details for some of the top Durham University Business School programs are tabulated below:

Durham University Business School Admission Process

Academic sessions at Durham Business School begin twice a year- September and October. International students are invited to apply for all UG and PG-level courses. Details of the admission process is mentioned below:

Steps by Step process for International Students

1. Online Application submission via UCAS (UG) or Graduate Portal (PG)
2. Provide supporting documentation
   • Two academic references

• Official transcript of marks
• Copy of degree certificate (if available)
• Copy of English test results (if available)
• Statement of Purpose or Personal Statement
• Resume (for PG courses)

1. Candidates will be notified through mail if selected for the programme.
2. Selected candidates need to accept the offer as early as possible to confirm the admission.
3. Selected candidates are required to pay the deposit within six weeks of the date of the original offer.
4. For International students, once all formalities are completed and requirements are met then within five months of the start date of the programme he/she will receive CAS for student visa.

English Language Proficiency Score

 

Durham University Business School Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fees

Cost of Living 

NOTE: Students after accepting an offer will be contacted by the Allocation & Accommodation Office for further information and students can apply for college accommodation (as per choice).

Durham University Business School Scholarships

Various Scholarships and Bursaries are available for International students which are funded by external sources or by the university itself. Candidates applying for Master for September 2021 are automatically contemplated for Scholarship and no separate application for scholarship is needed.

Commonwealth Shared Scholarship

• Offered to the students belonging to south Asian countries or those from developing countries.
• It is a need-based scholarship for postgraduate students.
• It will be awarded 100% on tuition fees along with a monthly stipend of GBP 1,110.00.
• Students are required to apply for commonwealth shared scholarships by April 9th, 2021.

Vice Chancellor's India Scholarship

• The Scholarship is awarded to Indian students who are willing to pursue a bachelor's or post-graduate degree in Engineering, Law, Data Science, and Bioscience.
• Students will be considered for this scholarship at the time of their admission.
• An amount of GBP 4,000 will be awarded to the eligible students.

Lioness Scholarship

• Offered only to female students from developing countries.
• It is a need-based scholarship awarded for master's programs except for MBA.
• The scholarship will be awarded 100% on tuition fees.
• The scholarship also includes UK Visa and accommodation expenses along with health and Visa.
• Female students willing to receive this scholarship may apply by March 31st, 2021.

Master’s International Scholarship

• 45+ Scholarship programmes are offered by School.
• These Scholarships cover tuition fees upto 6,000 GBP.
• The Scholarship covers the standard completion timescales of the programmes.
• Scholarship is offered to scholarship winners in the academic year.

Master Achievement Scholarships

• 25+ Scholarship programmes are offered by School.
• These Scholarships cover tuition fees upto 6,000 GBP.
• The Scholarship covers the standard completion timescales of the programmes.
• Scholarship is offered to scholarship winners in the academic year.

Msc Business Analytics Scholarships

• 12 Scholarship programmes are offered by School.
• These Scholarships cover tuition fees upto 7,875 GBP .
• The Scholarship covers the standard completion timescales of the programmes.
• Scholarship is offered to scholarship winners in the academic year.

Work While Studying 

International students can earn while they learn but this totally depends on their visa.

If the visa is permitted then the respective can work upto 20 hours a week during term-time and full-time during vacations.The student must not indulge in self-employment, business and must not provide service as a professional sportsperson/entertainer.

Durham University Business School Alumni

Alumni benefits include:

• Professional networking opportunities
• Access to international alumni events
• Access to alumni exclusive career resources
• Discounts on Durham University offered services

Notable alumni include:

• Graham Hancock –British writer
• M. A. Wazed Miah -Bangladeshi scientist
• Jonathan Ashworth -Member of the Parliament of the United Kingdom
• Shirin Gerami –Athlete

Durham University Business School Placements

Students after completing their post-graduation from this school are recruited by top companies like Accenture, Aldi, Deloitte, Enterprise Rent a Car, Ernst & Young LLP, General Electric, GSK, Johnson and Johnson, Morgan Stanley, IBM, KPMG, PwC, Rolls-Royce, Samsung, UBS, Walt Disney, and Warner Brothers.

As per emoulument.com DUBS graduates get salary per year depending on their degree and qualification is presented below:

Being among one of Europe’s Top 20 business schools having UNESCO World Heritage Site at its heart., The School promotes and believes in equality, diversity, and inclusion. Over the years the school has also built strong connections with business companies.