Head to head

Cambridge Judge Business School vs Durham University Business School

The Cambridge Judge Business School and Durham University Business School Master in Management programs, compared side by side on the numbers that decide it — ranking, fees, salary, selectivity and class profile.

Cambridge Judge Business School
Durham University Business School
FT ranking 2025
QS ranking 2025
Tuition
£42,468
£33,500
Median salary
Employment rate
GMAT range
Duration
9 months
1 year
Class size
Average age
International
Female
Location
Cambridge, UK
Durham, UK

The short version

  • On tuition, Durham University Business School is the more affordable option at £33,500.

Rankings and salary are only part of the decision — fit with your target career, location, language, and cost of living usually matter more. Read each program in full before deciding.

Frequently asked

Which is more affordable, Cambridge Judge Business School or Durham University Business School?
Tuition is £42,468 at Cambridge Judge Business School and £33,500 at Durham University Business School. Compare like for like before concluding — headline tuition can mix EU/EEA and non-EU rates — and add living costs in Cambridge versus Durham, since the lower tuition is not always the cheaper city overall.
Do you need the GMAT for Cambridge Judge Business School or Durham University Business School?
Cambridge Judge Business School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE; Durham University Business School has an admission route that does not require a GMAT or GRE. Test policies change each cycle, so confirm the current requirement on each school's own admissions page before assuming you can skip it.
Should I choose Cambridge Judge Business School or Durham University Business School?
There is no universal winner. The right pick depends on your target career, where you want to live and work (Cambridge, UK versus Durham, UK), the language of instruction, and your budget. Read both full profiles, weigh fit over a handful of ranking places, and if you are still torn, our admissions guide walks through building a shortlist you can defend.