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As a computer science student at Durham University, I have found the academic resources to be exceptional, with access to state-of-the-art labs and software. The faculty are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, always willing to provide guidance and feedback on coursework and projects. The campus community is vibrant, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in clubs and societies related to computer science and beyond.
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Ratings and Reviews
As a computer science student at Durham University, I have found the academic resources to be exceptional, with access to state-of-the-art labs and software. The faculty are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, always willing to provide guidance and feedback on coursework and projects. The campus community is vibrant, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in clubs and societies related to computer science and beyond.
Applying to Durham University
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128-160 UCAS Points
Average range for Durham University entry requirements. Varies depending on the course.
Durham University Reputation
Durham University is in the city of Durham, in the North East of England to the south of Newcastle. 22,230 students are enrolled at Durham University:
- 15,475 of these students come from the UK
- 780 come from EU countries
- And 5,980 are students from non-EU countries.
(Source: HESA 2021/22)
The graduate outcomes for Durham University show that six months after leaving university, 90% of graduates are in work or further study. The typical graduate salary six months after leaving Durham University is £30 - £33K a year.
(Source: HESA Graduate Outcomes Data Survey 2023 for 2020/21 graduates)
Updated: 30th June 2023
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The university is stunning and my current department is great - Wi-Fi is a hassle to set up and doesn’t work on phone
Collegiate system amazing, made my uni experience
College life is very interesting, I can participate in different activities to get involved in the local. Professors are able to provide timely help and feedback.
Durham is a great place to study and make friends.
I really like living in DC. The reception is really really nice and kind. They work hard and help me a lot.
good，the teachers and tutors are nice
The school's curriculum is well-designed, the teaching quality is high, and the teachers are diligent and responsible.
Very beautiful site and lovely views
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Great library and resources. Love it
Friendly stuff, and clean place
Good university with great library
Great university with excellent societies and volunteer groups
The internet connection is unstable sometimes. Especially when I watch videos on my phone.
Very good experience for me! I love it
Durham is a worth place for study. The teaching level is top tier and the facilities are advanced.
For my business and management course, the management can be better.
Good university, decent societies. Sometimes difficult to communicate with lectures or other members of staff
A really good uni in a lovely area, with a variety of societies and events to get involved in.
Very good experience. If you have problems, teachers are always willing to help you.
It’s a great uni, but in particular the law school is outstanding. Social events such as balls do tend to be too expensive for me to be honest.
Durham University,I am very proud to be part of it, there is a very supportive community and a beautiful place to live.
As a computer science student at Durham University, I have found the academic resources to be exceptional, with access to state-of-the-art labs and software. The faculty are incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, always willing to provide guidance and feedback on coursework and projects. The campus community is vibrant, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in clubs and societies related to computer science and beyond.
Durham has been a wonderful experience. The clubs are wide in range, price wise and according to your interest. The student union leaves a lot to work on, especially when trying to contact its president. However the college community is strong.
I'm a Classics and Archaeology undergrad and my experience of Durham has been pretty good overall! I really enjoy my course and the modules offered by both departments. I do wish the SU were a little more involved, but generally the university as a whole are quite supportive if you have any issues. Student accommodation is unfortunately very expensive which is definitely something to consider, but overall my experience has been quite positive, I've been really happy with my course.
It is a great university with amazing teaching and supporting staff! However, there are some evident organisational issues.
if you’re thinking of coming to Durham uni, don’t. Not only is the student demographic made up of half the population of Surrey who live off daddy’s money and have no basic understanding of how the world works, the uni itself is appalling. During my three years at Durham, most of my work has been online (even 3 years after covid). I am paying 9 grand a year for constant strikes, as well as NO lectures in third terms, only exams. The wi-fi in the library doesn’t work. Support for mental health (and you’ll need it) is next to nothing. To top that, I’ve been assigned a dissertation supervisor who has nothing to do with my field of interest, and has already decided the diss title for us and determined that it will be a literature review rather than research. Staff are appalling at getting back to you. Halls are basically falling down. The uni is overpopulated, causing a housing crisis. The SU doesn’t care about students. Other than that it’s great. Just trust me and pick another uni
The team at Ernest have been nothing but amazing
Very beautiful city and has a range of things to do, though social life can be very linked to your college
Durham University is an institution that thrives academically and socially. During my time here, I have been encouraged to join sports and societies, which has had a great impact on my development!
Durham is a good university. However, I do not think it deserves to be held as highly as it is. The facilities are good, however the main study spaces become extremely full during summative and exam season, making it hard to get a space during the day. The university gym is good, but nothing special in comparison to other university gyms. Some departments have very good facilities, such as maths and computer science. Yet, most humanities remain in the same old buildings. The students union has a very bad reputation among the students. So does the university itself. Students are consistently let down by the university (keep up to date with palatinate to discover the actions of the university and the general opinions of its students). The quality of living at college depends highly on the college. The newer built colleges generally have better accommodation and facilities. Catered colleges vary MASSIVELY on the quality of food and living; self-catered is safer and cheaper.
Durham university is located in a small town in england and it has provided me with many opportunities to develop myself as a student
A fantastic place to study, but there is a shortage facility for entertainment
Durham’s a great university in a scenic location. Both teaching and administrative staff are quite helpful and respond quickly. The study spaces available are really great too!
Wonderful place to study as a Postgraduate student - lots to get involved in and I have loved the course. Lots of fascinating content and supportive and inspiring lecturers.
Durham is a great small town. Plenty of activities to always try new things and small enough that you get to know your neighbors.
I have loved my time at Durham, the teaching is excellent and the study spaces are great and always available.
Excellent university that lives up to the expectation.
Useless and biased SU, little career support, inconcise marking guidelines
There is a diverse range of clubs and societies to get involved in.
Durham University is a great university. It offers an exceptional learning experience, with class learning facilities. It offers various extra-curricular fitting to every student.
Good nice location near my university
Durham is currently going through a housing crisis, so that is something to keep in mind when applying. Obviously it is still a good university though.
Good uni, but they prioritise profit over students
Durham uni is a great university, studying here is such a great experience. The students are very diversity also the teachers are very knowledgeable and very helpful.
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Durham is a good university and I am happy to study here.
Very strong professional, easy to assess any online material,staff is very helpful and friendly
Good enough but students not accepting enough of foreign people or people who are not staying longer than 1 year.
The overall experience to study at Durham University is good.
I am very happy with my studies and life at Durham University. The facilities are very good and there is a lot of extracurricular life such as clubs, college activities etc. The teachers and students are very friendly.
A lovely place for students to stay.
There are many activities at the college and students and professors are very friendly. The professors in each class are very responsible and the student support team can help effectively
I study economics in Durham university and all the teachers and staffs from the department are very supportive and caring.
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Outstanding university and I’m very satisfied
very nice place to study，enjoy in durham
a good university with efficient staff and work space!
Lovely University. It’s the best please for students to learn
Everything is good and good and
Beautiful school, Wonderful town!!!
Good facilities. Teachers are all friendly.
It’s my dream school, i love it very much.
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A good place to live and study.
I hope there are more activities where international and local students can harmonize.
It has a very strong academic atmosphere, good facilities, and many knowledgeable and approachable teachers.
Durham university has the most professional education in UK and I can promise that, I gain lots of things and friends in here.
The facilities at CH were excellent! The dishwasher made it a great convenience for me! Hot water and wifi 24 hours without interruption. It was quiet around the apartment and I had a good rest every day. Reception staff were available 24 hours to help and they were all helpful and able to solve all my questions. Especially the staff Caitie, she is already know my needs. And can help in a timely manner! I would choose to stay here if I had the chance.
Durham University is beautiful. The College system is also special. I was able to feel a unique sense of humanity here.
Lots of opportunities to get involved in and people to socialise with!
Good university lovely students and teacher enjoy the study live
Best atmosphere, excellent teaching and wonderful experience.
Everything is fine, Durham university is a good university that applies every options to students
It’s a university located in a small historical city with nice views, so best for a quiet and sedentary study life…
A small but warm-welcoming place. Calm for studying and one could have an unbelievable life experience here.
it is very good and I have a good experience which I can have a good rest and good study place to enable me have a good wellbeing.
Really good place for students to stay
The staffs are so nice here and I have a great time in here.
Every thing is good and nice. View is nice and people are friendly.
I love Durham especially the college system
I love Durham so much. Nice staffs, nice friends and good fun with healthy work life balance. If I have to blame one thing: the roads are a bit muddy. But it’s ok. Haha
Lecturer is lovely, packed with knowledge, however the internet around campus is very bad
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Friendly lecturers who are helpful
The study experience at Durham is very good, with many colleges throughout the University, which can make you feel very much at home. Durham is a small place, but the landscape is beautiful, the architecture is distinctive and the learning environment is very, very good. The university offers a lot of infrastructure, learning resources and the experience of going to school is very good.
Oversubscribed university, not enough accommodation and private rental market in Durham is crazy, competitive and expensive and uni don't do enough to help with that.
Durham university provide the best study environment for me. The teacher are really professional. They always trying their best to answer the questions student have faced.
I’ve had a good experience at Durham.
Good for learning Good for learning
Like it, very good academic atmosphere
Fantastic place to study. I enjoyed the best quality in education whereby professors have been really useful
Very good experience, if a bit posh at times
Good teaching with good facilities, the sports scene is very big but a lot of societies are based around drinking culture.
Teachers are kind and responsible in sociology departments.
Great uni with good social life, studies and sporting/societal activities
Most facilities are new, teachers are very good and caring
The campus environment is very good, the staff are conscientious and responsible, there are many excellent associations, it is difficult to say what shortcomings,
University facilities are in advance and new
I THINK DURHAM UNIVERSITY IS ONE OF THE BEST UNIVERSITIES IN UK. I AM VERY HAPPY TO STUDY HERE.