exeter vs durham uni
hi! I have offers to study history and economics at both exeter (through flexible combined honours course) and durham (through the liberal arts course). both unis would allow me to have the opportunity to do a year in industry, something I really want to do. I was wondering if anyone was on these courses/ had an experiences of these courses and could offer any advice to help my decision. FYI for context I would like to go into accounting in the future at a big 4 firm ideally.
also, for students at both unis, I would love to know the vibe and experience of students of the uni etc. I really loved exeter when I visited but the rumours and stereotypes about it being super posh and racist are slightly making me question that. I also really like the idea of colleges in durham because I think it would help with making friends initially and settling in!
so basically I am pretty torn between the two (they also both have the same offer of A*AA). thanks so much for any help!
also, for students at both unis, I would love to know the vibe and experience of students of the uni etc. I really loved exeter when I visited but the rumours and stereotypes about it being super posh and racist are slightly making me question that. I also really like the idea of colleges in durham because I think it would help with making friends initially and settling in!
so basically I am pretty torn between the two (they also both have the same offer of A*AA). thanks so much for any help!
Hey I also applied to Durham for liberal arts but for English lit and IR. Sorry I can’t help with deciding between Exeter and Durham because I haven’t been to the first but I’m wondering when you heard back from them ?
Original post by Anonymous
Hey I also applied to Durham for liberal arts but for English lit and IR. Sorry I can’t help with deciding between Exeter and Durham because I haven’t been to the first but I’m wondering when you heard back from them ?
hi! I applied in September and heard back from Exeter within about a week or so. I heard back from durham literally 2/3 days ago so I wouldn't worry if you haven't heard anything yet! which other unis did you apply to?
Durham and Exeter are effectively clones of each other just at opposite ends of the country.
Neither are very diverse - either the towns or their student populations. Lots of middle-class students from the home counties.
Both very sporty
Both small cities, so very easy to walk everywhere.
Both have limited social offerings - a couple of clubs each and lots of pubs.
The only real difference is Durhams collegiate system.
You'll have a blast at either, unless you're into clubbing.
I also wouldn't over worry about the posh aspect. Both are equal in their posh quotas - but both also have equally large numbers of normal/non-posh students
Neither are very diverse - either the towns or their student populations. Lots of middle-class students from the home counties.
Both very sporty
Both small cities, so very easy to walk everywhere.
Both have limited social offerings - a couple of clubs each and lots of pubs.
The only real difference is Durhams collegiate system.
You'll have a blast at either, unless you're into clubbing.
I also wouldn't over worry about the posh aspect. Both are equal in their posh quotas - but both also have equally large numbers of normal/non-posh students
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Original post by Anonymous
hi! I have offers to study history and economics at both exeter (through flexible combined honours course) and durham (through the liberal arts course). both unis would allow me to have the opportunity to do a year in industry, something I really want to do. I was wondering if anyone was on these courses/ had an experiences of these courses and could offer any advice to help my decision. FYI for context I would like to go into accounting in the future at a big 4 firm ideally.
also, for students at both unis, I would love to know the vibe and experience of students of the uni etc. I really loved exeter when I visited but the rumours and stereotypes about it being super posh and racist are slightly making me question that. I also really like the idea of colleges in durham because I think it would help with making friends initially and settling in!
so basically I am pretty torn between the two (they also both have the same offer of A*AA). thanks so much for any help!
also, for students at both unis, I would love to know the vibe and experience of students of the uni etc. I really loved exeter when I visited but the rumours and stereotypes about it being super posh and racist are slightly making me question that. I also really like the idea of colleges in durham because I think it would help with making friends initially and settling in!
so basically I am pretty torn between the two (they also both have the same offer of A*AA). thanks so much for any help!
Hi anonymous,
Great to hear that you've received an offer to study History and Economics at Exeter.
You might like to use the Unibuddy platform on our website here to chat to current students. You can filter by subject and campus to find the most relevant student for your question. Currently I can see Thando studying economics and Chelsea studying history who would likely be best placed to answer any questions about their experiences on the respective programmes.
I'm a current PhD student at Exeter's Penryn Campus, and have studied at Exeter University all the way from my initial undergraduate degree to PhD. Although studying at a different campus, I'll admit I had some of the same concerns about stereotypes as you when I first arrived - I came from what I'd describe as a fairly standard state school in the Midlands. However, I found that those stereotypes and concerns were exaggerated, mostly everyone I met was really welcoming and I found it easy to find and make friends with like-minded people to myself.
One of the real benefits of university is that you'll interact and learn from people with all sorts of different perspectives and backgrounds, from different parts of the country and world. Through your experience in student accommodation, lectures, sports clubs, societies and social events you'll meet so many different people that I'm sure you'll find a friendship group where you feel like you fit in and can be yourself.
I hope that helps relieve some of your concerns, but don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any further questions. Hopefully Chelsea and Thando will also be able to help answer any of those more course-specific questions!
Kingsley
University of Exeter Student Ambassador
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