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University of Durham
Old Shire Hall, Old Elvet, DH1 3HP DURHAM, United Kingdom
4.20 / 5 based on 90 reviews.
80% of students recommend
90 reviews
90 reviews of University of Durham
HOUSING
by Tim, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland
Computer Science/IT, Independent
Personal assessment
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why? Living on campus with other students gives you a greater opportunity to interact and make new friends.
Personal comments:
The location was fantastic, living on campus in the centre of the city. The majority of students were international students, so there was a good mix of nationalities. The facilities were decent, but the overall cost was more expensive than could be found if accomodation was arranged independently. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
STUDENT LIFE
by Tim, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland
Computer Science/IT, Independent
Personal social experience
Describe host city: Student life dominates the city
Activities, Nightlife: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment Personal comments:
The nightlife isn't great in Durham. Most people stay within university colleges, which have their own bar's, or make the short trip to Newcastle, which has much better nightlife. Durham is a pretty place with a very old cathedral, which is the focal point of the city. All the sporting activities are organised through the individual colleges, which makes for a lot of sport should you wish to take part. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
ACADEMIC
by x, University of Durham, Durham, United Kingdom
Philosophy, Independent
My academic experiences
Course recommendations:
The courses are really good, you have your pick of single, joint, and combined honours courses and you can do pretty much whatever you like.
My opinion of the university assessment
Personal comments:
Probably best to work consistently or else you get swamped! This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
by zora, Université de Paris - Val de Marne (Paris XII), Paris, France
International Relations, Independent
Language difficulties
Language of instruction: English
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't. How much did you improve your English?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.) My level after: At ease in most situations Personal comments:
the best way to learn a language is to go in the country. There is no better way.there are many international students and we are all in the same situation. It was really easy to establish contact with other international and local students.My language skills have definetly improved. I feel confident now. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
EXPENSES
by zora, Université de Paris - Val de Marne (Paris XII), Paris, France
International Relations, Independent
The accessibility of student needs
Main source of funding:
A private grant Other sources of funding:
part time job Work opportunities:
I worked during my study abroad experience Personal spending habits:
life in Great Britain is more expensive than in France in general. the difference is mostly felt on the food. Food, Nightlife, Overall, Housing: was more expensive than at home. Travel, Telephone: was the same price as at home.
Personal comments:
Rail travel can be quite expensive.Take a young person rail card, as you get good reductions.Whatever you are buying, always ask if there is a student reduction and always have your student card. Tesco supermarkets are good value for a quite good quality. Asda supermarkets have good deals. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
OVERALL
by Fletcher, University of Malawi, Blantyre, Malawi
Public Health, Independent
Important to choosing this university...
I wish I had known...
The weather itself is really buffling In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
During my experience abroad, I ...
Personal recommendation:
I would not hazitate to encourage anybody who wants to go to this university. FINAL COMMENTS
Studying in UK can be expansive but to put the needs of your studies first is a helpful way to prevent misery. The cost of daily living is farely good but it tthe cost of luxeries which can be prohibitive. Avoiding too much of it will help to finish your school without being in debt. There are so many temptations of borrowing money as so many credit companies offer students credit cards but this should be avoided This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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Couldn't have asked for more.
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