International In this section A-Levels Top-up degrees Degree programmes The Erasmus student exchange programme Information for agents Bespoke programmes Social activities programme Erasmus Policy Statement The English Language Centre International Student Payment Information UK Visa & Immigration Information Life in Durham Accommodation English language requirements The English language test, IELTS, is accepted by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) as proof of English proficiency for those wishing to live, work and/or study in the UK.