DurIntercultural Communication and Education MADurham University · Durham, United Kingdom

Program Overview

Degree: Master's
Duration: 12 months
Tuition (2026/27 rates): £26,000
Fields: Communications / Journalism, Education

Application Cycle

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

Application opens (2026/27 dates): Rolling admission
Application deadline (2026/27 dates): Rolling admission

This program uses rolling admissions without fixed deadlines and reviews applications as they arrive until spaces are filled. Applying early is strongly recommended.

Documents Required

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree; Or overseas equivalent in any degree subject.
Prerequisites: Professional experience; Significant relevant experience will also be considered.
IELTS: 6.5 overall (6.0 each component); Durham Direct Entry Band B.
TOEFL: New scale: 4.5 overall (4 each component) | Old scale: 80 overall (20 each component); Durham Direct Entry Band B. New scale applies to tests from 21 Jan 2026.; Durham Direct Entry Band B. Old scale applies to tests before 21 Jan 2026.

Historical admission data is not published.

Source

Visit the official program source

Personal statement

Outline interest and understanding of the programme (programme page); central guide also references ~500 words.

CV or resume

Recommendation letters x 2

Academic references typically requested via the Applicant Portal; confirm count on the portal for this programme.

Academic transcript(s)

Qualifications to date; certified English translation if needed.