Undergraduate degrees
An undergraduate degree is a bachelor-level academic qualification. It corresponds to levels 4-6 on the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
A wide range of subjects are available to study as an undergraduate degree. You’ll study a typical undergraduate degree for three years.
We teach a number of bachelor’s honours degrees with titles including:
- Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Bachelor of Science (BSc)
Postgraduate degrees
A postgraduate degree is a course you can study once you've achieved your undergraduate degree. This qualification is a good option if you want to specialise in your field or progress in your career. Taught postgraduate degrees are level 7 on the QCF.
We offer taught postgraduate degrees and research postgraduate degrees which can be studied both full and part-time. You can even learn online and study a distance learning course.
Examples of taught postgraduate degrees include:
- Master of Science (MSc)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Foundation degrees
Foundation degrees combine academic study with practical skills and often include work-based learning. They correspond to levels 4 and 5 on the QCF. After studying this type of degree, you could 'top-up' to a full honours degree if you wish to progress.
Many of our foundation degree courses are taught at partner colleges, such as East Durham College.
Examples of taught Foundation degrees include:
- Foundation Degree in Arts (FdA)
- Foundation Degree in Science (FdSc)
Top-up courses
A top-up degree is your way of taking your knowledge and experience to the next level. These courses will bring your Foundation degree or Higher National Diploma qualifications to a full honours degree.
Examples of top-up degrees we offer include:
- BA (Hons) Accounting and Financial Management (top-up)
- BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship (top-up)
- Master of Business Administration (60 credits)
Research degrees
A research degree is the highest-level qualification awarded by a university. Research degree students don't attend classes and complete modules, but instead work with a Director of Studies (academic supervisor) on an original research topic.
Research degrees are levels 7 and 8 on the QCF.
Examples of research postgraduate degrees we offer include:
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)