Discovering Durham University with @thedurhamstudent

From the nerves of making new friends at university to the joy of finding “your people,” this conversation explores what friendship really looks like during the student experience. We chat about first memories, navigating social pressures, life in catered colleges, fun with societies, and what makes a great housemate. Melisenta and Namfon also reflect on homesickness, building support networks, an...

We begin by unpacking the differences between single, double, and combined honours before diving into their personal journeys into Durham, their academic choices, and how they’ve navigated university life. From expectations versus reality, to choosing modules, balancing workloads, and finding community through societies and college life, Waseem and Gabriella share open insights into both the chall...

From their routes into Durham and first impressions of moving here, to the realities of contact hours, balancing academic challenges with social life, and learning to manage procrastination, they share an honest look at life as an Arts & Humanities student. They also reflect on choosing colleges, building friendships, and the advice they’d give to anyone considering this path. Whether you’re apply...

From their journeys into Durham and their first impressions, to navigating the demands of a law degree, making friends, and building a life beyond academics, they offer an honest and insightful look at the realities of being a law student here. We cover everything from daily routines and favourite modules to overcoming challenges and finding your place in a new environment. For anyone considering...

From the journey that brought them here to navigating contact hours, choosing modules, balancing academics with life outside the classroom, and the challenges and joys of their courses, they share honest insights into the Durham student experience. We also discuss expectations versus reality, making friends, being women in STEM, and the advice they’d give to their younger selves. Whether you’re co...

Any questions, contact us on Instagram  Read Noa's blog about her experience working on the Legacies of Enslavement and Colonialism research project   Read Angelina's story about coming to Durham through the STEP programme   Watch Mia's video about her experience with the supported progression programme  Episode Credits: Eps 1-5 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Crystal Truong Artwork by Cryst...

Any questions, contact us on Instagram  Watch Sofia's reel about the amazing Cosins Library on Palace Green   Read Ruby's blog about her favourite things to do in Durham  Check out some of the best study cafe's in Durham on a very rainy day! And follow Toby as he explores one of the many countryside walks around the city Episode Credits: Eps 1-5 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Crystal Truong...

Any questions, contact us on Instagram  Read Demi's blog about all the different levels of sport at Durham   Read Emma's blog about how she spends Wednesday afternoons in Durham    Episode Credits: Eps 1-5 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Crystal Truong Artwork by Crystal Truong    Eps 6-9 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Tian Liu Artwork by Tian Liu Links:  Discover more...

Any questions contact us on Instagram  Read Anee's blog about volunteering as a prisoner befriender    Ghalas blog about working as an Open Day Ambassador   Mia's video about part time work at Durham University   Episode Credits: Eps 1-5 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Crystal Truong Artwork by Crystal Truong    Eps 6-9 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Tian Liu Artwork by Tian...

Any questions, contact us on Instagram  Read Pip's blog about college life   Read Claudia's blog about catering   and join Anee as she tours the hill colleges in this video   Episode Credits: Eps 1-5 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Crystal Truong Artwork by Crystal Truong    Eps 6-9 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Tian Liu Artwork by Tian Liu Links:  Discover more of Dur...

In our intro episode, host Crystal gives you a sneak peek into what you can expect from our upcoming series.  Episode Credits: Eps 1-5 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Crystal Truong Artwork by Crystal Truong    Eps 6-9 Filmed, recorded, edited and mixed by Tian Liu Artwork by Tian Liu Links:  Discover more of Durham student life @thedurhamstudent Follow us on Instagram , TikTo...