How I decided I wanted to study theology
Theology- being the study of, and reasoning about God- is something I have always loved. From attending church when I was younger, to challenging my faith as I got older, I have always been encapsulated by the study of God, regardless of which angle I have taken. Aside from the notion…
Just heard your dream college wasn’t meant to be? Fear not! Many Durham students go through the same struggle and I’m here to tell you that everything will be just fine. These are some of the tips and tricks I used to manage college reallocation to make my new college feel like home!
Disaster! (…or so I’d…
What is Finance?
Finance is essentially a study of Maths but with particular focus on investment and business operation, and students tend to break down this course into two dimensions: theoretical and practical. For the theoretical dimension, we study a myriad of formulae for financial modelling, pricing, and economics…
Before coming to Durham, I didn’t really engage in the Volunteering sector – I had no idea what opportunities were available to me and how to best get involved. However, everything changed when one of my best friends and I were elected as the Volunteering Officers for our college! Suddenly, my eyes were opened to the…
Durham is well known for its world-class education, rich history, and stunning architecture. However, one equally fantastic feature that I got to experience as a student in Durham is its highly distinctive seasons. Coming from Hong Kong, which is a subtropical location, I was accustomed to a climate that consisted of hot and…
Firstly, what is Visual Arts?
It’s a degree programme offered at Durham University (specifically Visual Arts and Film) and is also a subject which sits in the Modern Languages and Cultures department. However, you don’t have to be on this specific degree to study modules in Visual Arts! It is also possible to take modules…
Ahead of starting my final term of second year, I thought it would be nice to round off Epiphany by sharing some Be Real content of what I got up to in Durham over the last ten weeks. Whether you are a current or prospective student, hopefully, this blog can give you a realistic view of what studying and spending a term in…
Hello, you’ve been allocated to South College. Congratulations!
A Southie
You are now a Southie, and exciting times are ahead. If you are anything like me, when you decided on Durham University being the one for you, you scoured the internet to find out all you could about the collegiate system. Your search history may…
As a doctoral candidate at Durham University and the incumbent President of the Islamic Society, I am privileged to elucidate the experience of observing Ramadan within our esteemed academic environment. This sacred month constitutes a period for introspection, personal growth, and spiritual enhancement, offering daily…
An introduction
Colleges are a huge part of Durham and, in my opinion, why it is such a special place to study. From the moment I first set foot in the University College, it exceeded my expectations, and I was instantly at home. And I’m not alone in feeling this way – everyone at Castle loves and feels welcomed…
