I got an offer to do my masters in Durham and the city is what's most appealing to me. Since I'm a much older student, I don't really care about the nightlife, I'm happy with a good bar and nice places to walk. It's one of my top picks, but I still can't seem to make up my mind. Good video, when I watch this you're already past the 100 followers, so congrats!
congrats on your offer!!! what are you doing your masters in??? durham is great for pubs and walks, especially by the river and bailey. the bars are good too, there's a different pub for everyone (all of my friends and i have different favourites so picking somewhere to start a pub crawl is always a challenge lol).
@@sydewing I’m doing an MA in Education, so I’m really excited, it’s my first time in the UK. I put Ustinov, University (Castle) and St. Cuthbert’s as my college options.
I’ve met my closest friends in my final year, so for anyone watching this in first year who’s worried that they haven’t found their gang yet, it’s okay! Definitely join societies, almost all of the friends I’ve made have been through societies - including Syd!! 💗
This was super super super helpful Syd, thanks for answering everything in depth! One last thing that popped up in my head was the quality of the catering services of the colleges, are they any good or super repetitive and bland? (I am currently preferring to go to a catered college). I'm guessing that mostly first years only use this option but I'm genuinely curious as to whether it is worth it for the high price point. Oh and my fav snacks are some freshly baked cookies
for college food, i'll start off by saying if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, catered colleges are probably NOT the move for you. i know a few people in catered colleges that either we're served their allergens or get meals that just seem thrown together with random bits, if that makes sense... THAT BEING SAID: i've seen a few different photos/videos of college meals that look amazing at some colleges, but horrible at others. i think it honestly depends on the college so if you're able to, i would look around on tiktok because the most recent videos of college meals will be on there!
@@sydewing As of right now, my top 3 on the preferences are 1. Chad's 2. Cuth's and 3. St Mary's , essentially made a table out of review videos and catering availability. I believe Chad's and John's have independent catering so they have been said to have better meals from what I've read. edit: I have no dietary restrictions or allergies btw!
Very helpful. Thanks so much. I actually live not very far from Durham but I don’t really explore much so idk what it’s like so this has helped a lot haha 💕
hi sdy, new subscriber here! so glad i’ve found your account, i’ve applied to durham and i’m planning on attending next year! thank you for such an informative video!!
amazing, i'm actually in the process of making a series on the durham colleges and the first part should be up sometime this week! i love the idea of the moving out video though, will definitely make that this fall!
Hey just wanted to know how is Durham University for MSc in Business Analytics for Sept Intake 2024 and what are the advantages compared to other universities
Hey, I'm not too sure as I study anthropology. I would look at rankings, employment rates post-grad, and student satisfaction. One caveat to this is remembering that last year, there were lots of prof strikes, and some of the retribution by students was to leave really bad reviews, so I would take a lot of the low reviews with a grain of salt.
Hi , liked your video. I am going to start my phd at Durham this October in Anthropology! Already booked my room in Ustinov. Would love to know more about hostel life in Ustinov
yes, you’ll live in colleges for first year but they also make up a massive amount of your social circle as they have sports teams, societies, and throw balls that only members of that college can attend.
hi azzat, i’m not sure because i do anthropology but here’s the university website! www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/engineering/ i have a few friends doing engineering at durham and they love it!
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I got an offer to do my masters in Durham and the city is what's most appealing to me. Since I'm a much older student, I don't really care about the nightlife, I'm happy with a good bar and nice places to walk. It's one of my top picks, but I still can't seem to make up my mind. Good video, when I watch this you're already past the 100 followers, so congrats!
congrats on your offer!!! what are you doing your masters in??? durham is great for pubs and walks, especially by the river and bailey. the bars are good too, there's a different pub for everyone (all of my friends and i have different favourites so picking somewhere to start a pub crawl is always a challenge lol).
and thanks so much! i've weirdly blown up this last week and its kinda insane!!
@@sydewing I’m doing an MA in Education, so I’m really excited, it’s my first time in the UK. I put Ustinov, University (Castle) and St. Cuthbert’s as my college options.
I’ve met my closest friends in my final year, so for anyone watching this in first year who’s worried that they haven’t found their gang yet, it’s okay! Definitely join societies, almost all of the friends I’ve made have been through societies - including Syd!! 💗
aw i love you so much ally 🤍🤍🤍
great video, thank you so much! the editing is so good
aw thanks so much, i really appreciate the feedback
This was super super super helpful Syd, thanks for answering everything in depth! One last thing that popped up in my head was the quality of the catering services of the colleges, are they any good or super repetitive and bland? (I am currently preferring to go to a catered college). I'm guessing that mostly first years only use this option but I'm genuinely curious as to whether it is worth it for the high price point.
Oh and my fav snacks are some freshly baked cookies
hi hi hi!! i'm so so so glad i was able to help!!
for college food,
i'll start off by saying if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies, catered colleges are probably NOT the move for you. i know a few people in catered colleges that either we're served their allergens or get meals that just seem thrown together with random bits, if that makes sense...
THAT BEING SAID: i've seen a few different photos/videos of college meals that look amazing at some colleges, but horrible at others. i think it honestly depends on the college so if you're able to, i would look around on tiktok because the most recent videos of college meals will be on there!
what colleges are you looking at right now??
@@sydewing As of right now, my top 3 on the preferences are 1. Chad's 2. Cuth's and 3. St Mary's , essentially made a table out of review videos and catering availability. I believe Chad's and John's have independent catering so they have been said to have better meals from what I've read.
edit: I have no dietary restrictions or allergies btw!
@@seraph4391 i mean... i'm very biased about cuth's because i'm cuths but these are all great colleges from what i've heard!
Very helpful. Thanks so much. I actually live not very far from Durham but I don’t really explore much so idk what it’s like so this has helped a lot haha 💕
aw yay i’m so glad i was of help to you!!!!
hi sdy, new subscriber here! so glad i’ve found your account, i’ve applied to durham and i’m planning on attending next year! thank you for such an informative video!!
aw thanks so much yazzy!!
do you have anything you want to know about durham?
it would be great if you could talk about the colleges, your experiences at your college, the moving out process. thank you!!
amazing, i'm actually in the process of making a series on the durham colleges and the first part should be up sometime this week! i love the idea of the moving out video though, will definitely make that this fall!
sounds great, i’m so excited for those videos!! can’t wait!!
Hey just wanted to know how is Durham University for MSc in Business Analytics for Sept Intake 2024 and what are the advantages compared to other universities
Hey, I'm not too sure as I study anthropology. I would look at rankings, employment rates post-grad, and student satisfaction. One caveat to this is remembering that last year, there were lots of prof strikes, and some of the retribution by students was to leave really bad reviews, so I would take a lot of the low reviews with a grain of salt.
Hi , liked your video. I am going to start my phd at Durham this October in Anthropology! Already booked my room in Ustinov. Would love to know more about hostel life in Ustinov
oh my goodness!!! another anthropology person yay!!!!!
unfortunately i don’t know about whole bunch about ustinov because i’m an undergrad and they’re postgrad only
The colleges at Durham are just halls of residences, aren't they?
yes, you’ll live in colleges for first year but they also make up a massive amount of your social circle as they have sports teams, societies, and throw balls that only members of that college can attend.
Our stories into the uk are very similar and we from the same place lol
omg no way!
Hello, I had an offer for Durham and Glasgow university and I’m confused which one I should go for. Can you help?
hey for sure: what would you like to
know?
has the university a phd in mechanical engineering?
thanks syd
hi azzat,
i’m not sure because i do anthropology but here’s the university website!
www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/engineering/
i have a few friends doing engineering at durham and they love it!
@@sydewing awesome, thank you syd, i appreciate that, and hopfully i can finish my master and apply for phd
thanks a lot🤗
no worries!! wishing you the best
@@sydewing 🌷🙏