Student review [#3283]
at Durham University - DUR

While no university is perfect, I do think Durham gets pretty close to one of the best university experiences you can have in the UK. The collegiate system is great for making the transition from school to uni and means that nearly everyone gets involved with the many societies and sports teams, either with your college or the SU. I studied English Literature and Education so experienced both the social sciences and humanities. It is hard work academically but only gets properly gruelling during exam season. Education was quite a small department so you really got to know your lecturers and English Lit had a great range of modules to choose from, though I would have liked more choice for the 20th/21st century period. The city itself is so picturesque and although a bit on the small size for a uni town, just means that you can walk everywhere and easily meet up with friends. Socials and formals are also fun so don’t let talk of Klute being the worst club in Europe put you off. I had a wonderful time – would definitely recommend applying!