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4.27 / 5 based on 106 reviews
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Fletcher P
University of Malawi, Blantyre, Malawi
Public Health, Graduate, Independent
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: On campus
Why?
Because secuirty was good and cost were very good and it was very convinient as it was a walking distance to my office of school work
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Personal comments
The housing situation is very good particularly as the cost includes electricity, heating system and water it is very reasonable. It is alsways kept clean and the staff who help to in the rooms are very friendly. The self catering facilities are very good and the security is just fantastic
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Overall
I wish I had known...
Durham is TINY for people coming from big cities. i came from london and still havent gotten over the shock! no diversity (majority are white middle-class and privately educated, which isnt a problem, but when there is not much else it gets stifling and also is quite conservative). Nightlife is non-existent; i found it quite dull to be honest. newcastle is much more exciting, though it's not hard to be.
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In my opinion:
Stay home.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Nice town/city, but you could do a day trip and see it all in an afternoon; to spend 3 years here is quite different. if you want something VERY different or you think you could get used to it, go ahead; if you want diversity, and a proper university experience, go somewhere better!
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
You can walk across durham in about an hour, it seems! a bike maybe for living out, but otherwise you can walk everywhere. train station's close for emergency getaways , i.e. when you will actually die if you're not exposed to something that even mildly resembles culture soon (not durham's strong point). it's an experience, like everything, i suppose...
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chuang h
Overall
I wish I had known...
Get every chance to experience the local life
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In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
a peaceful and friendly environment, suitable for research
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
The international office and student union often offer some help, various service, or activities.
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“Pleasant stay”
Olivia F
United Kingdom, Undergraduate
Biology, 2021
Overall
Academic but not super strict. Not much personal contact with professors / teachers until the third year.
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Pros
liberating, academic, esteemed
Cons
lonely
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“I love my uni”
Harriet D
United Kingdom,
Language, 2025
Overall
I do Modern Languages and Culture with Year Abroad, and I love my course- however some lecturers are quite waffly.
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Careers
Yes there is a wide range of opportunities available- but they are all very competitive.
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Pros
The Cathedral
Cons
Quality of the lecturers
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Languages
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
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
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.
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