University of Durham
North East, England
How much do University of Durham graduates earn by subject?
University of Durham graduates earn a median salary of £41,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Economics at £65,000, while Performing arts graduates earn £29,700.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economics | £31,000 | £27,500 | £36,000 |
| Computing | £41,500 | £40,000 | £54,000 |
| Business and management | £37,750 | £41,500 | £55,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £31,500 | £36,000 | £50,000 |
| Engineering | £32,000 | £35,500 | £46,000 |
| Chemistry | £34,000 | £35,000 | £44,000 |
| Politics | £26,500 | £36,000 | £53,000 |
| History and archaeology | £29,000 | - | £42,300 |
| Biosciences | £28,500 | £29,500 | £37,000 |
| Languages and area studies | £30,000 | £26,500 | £32,500 |
| Psychology | £29,750 | £29,000 | £37,250 |
| Education and teaching | £31,000 | £30,500 | £41,000 |
| Performing arts | £33,000 | £31,500 | £41,500 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Durham?
In 2024, University of Durham received 69,590 applications and accepted 11,160 students, giving an acceptance rate of 16.0%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £24,750 to £35,000 per year in tuition at University of Durham. Living costs are estimated at £10,000–£13,500 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Durham?
86% of University of Durham graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 22 subjects with median salaries ranging from £29,700 to £65,000. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | 88.6% | £65,000 |
| Computing | 88% | £62,800 |
| Law | 89.4% | £57,500 |
| Business and management | 87.3% | £55,500 |
| Mathematical sciences | 87.1% | £52,200 |
| Engineering | 92% | £51,500 |
| Physics and astronomy | 74.2% | £49,300 |
| Chemistry | 85% | £49,300 |
| Politics | 84.4% | £49,300 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 87.1% | £44,500 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 91.8% | £42,700 |
| History and archaeology | 85.1% | £42,300 |
| Biosciences | 86.6% | £42,000 |
| Allied health | 81% | £39,800 |
| Languages and area studies | 82.9% | £39,100 |
| English studies | 86% | £38,000 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 75.1% | £38,000 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 87.3% | £35,800 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 91.8% | £33,600 |
| Psychology | 89.4% | £33,200 |
| Education and teaching | 87% | £32,100 |
| Performing arts | 84.8% | £29,700 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Entry Requirements
Most courses require AAA-AAB. Competitive subjects like Law and Natural Sciences require A*AA.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Economics £65,000
- 2 Computing £62,800
- 3 Law £57,500
- 4 Business and management £55,500
- 5 Mathematical sciences £52,200
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Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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