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Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
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mtz94  
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
I don't think you should worry too much about the official letter. It will come.Thu Mar 27, 2008 03:17 AM About colleges, I am still glad NOT to have chosen Ustinov. Unless you want yourself to be too boring by just living with the post-grads, it's better to stay with and mingle with the undergrads. It's more exciting to be with them. All my friends here are undergrads and I enjoy it a lot. About clubs, you should try "Klut", the notorious worst club of Europe. It's just a marketing strategy though. In fact, it's relatively more expensive there. Just a word of advice, it is not true that Durham is boring. Those who say so simply lack interpersonal skills. If you want to be bored by staying in your rooms and just tinker with your computer, go ahead and be bored for 1 year. Know people and meet new friends. To my fellow Asians: Being from a different country is not an excuse to talk to British students. They are not snobbish as what other people might say. Lastly, the collegiate system is simply amazing! If you don't get to OxBridge, Durham is it! Good or bad most of the rejects are in Durham and these are the students from the most affluent families in the UK, i.e. they come from the most exclusive schools. :-) |
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Helen-hp
 Joined: 19 Sep 2007 Posts: 10 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
I didn't choose a college in my application form. Does the university point a college for me? Or should I contact the college directly? What should I do now?
Thu Mar 27, 2008 03:27 AM |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
I didn't choose a college either but I was assigned to Josephine Butler College.
Thu Mar 27, 2008 07:40 AM |
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| Helen-hp
Joined: 19 Sep 2007 Posts: 10 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
Thu Mar 27, 2008 06:32 PM Hi guys! I do not know whether in the last years more than 50% of the students in the LLM programme came from China,but I can tell you that this year there are at least ten students in LLM...as we have a bbs and I know some students who are heading for Durham llm except me... However, I don't think it is a good thing with so many Chinese students together...I am eager to make friends with students from other countries with different background... [Edited 27 Mar 2008 by Helen-hp] |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
Yes. It's true that there are many Chinese In Durham but I'm sure it's a worldwide phenomenon. I went to visit a mate in Cambridge and it's the same thing.Thu Mar 27, 2008 07:17 PM If you take International Trade and Commercial Law, chances are you'll have lots of Chinese classmates. If you opt for European Law or General LL.M., then you'll have European classmates. There are also lots of Germans in the LL.M. Program this year. The problem with the Chinese is that they do not socialise with other nationalities and that they usually groups amongst themselves. In the end, they do not improve their English. In my case, although I have mates from the LL.M. most of the people I hang out with are Erasmus Students. Your life in any university you'll go to is always what you make out of it. As I previously said, if you want your life to be boring, just stay in your room and don't attend the formals. Formal Dinners in colleges are "gowned". We're like in the Harry Potter movie. Hope that helps. |
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| Helen-hp
Joined: 19 Sep 2007 Posts: 10 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
Thanks very much mtz, I really appreciate your help. You are right. Some Australian friends of mine told me that Chinese students in their country also have such problems.Fri Mar 28, 2008 03:44 AM My English is not good and I really want to improve it. Moreover, I want to be friends with all my classmates. I will try my best ^_^ |
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| bayonet
Joined: 29 Mar 2008 Posts: 1 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
Hi, all, I m going to Durham this year for the study of European commercial laws. I will be accomodated at Josephine bulter college. I m quite excited by the coming automn when i will know new friends there and of cource on this forum in advance if possible. you are welcomed to contact me by PM. Sun Mar 30, 2008 02:56 PM cheers |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
hey bayonet,Sun Mar 30, 2008 03:47 PM where are u from? i am enjoying my stay in j. butler despite the fact that it's quite far from town. ustinov has the same problem. good thing is that we have the best accommodation. we have our own toilet, a "relatively" good gym, and modern facilities. other colleges just have traditions to boot but they are old and the heating facilities are malfunctioning. hahaha! they share their toilet with i-dont-know how many people. sometimes 2 or at the most 7? :-( my only advice as always is for you guys to go out and meet other people. you're coming here for the entire package and not just to study. if you're mixed with undergrads, some of them are quite shy (not snobbish). you have to initiate the conversation. otherwise, you'll get BORED! |
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| Irbid
Joined: 24 Jan 2008 Posts: 19 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
Hi everyoneSun Mar 30, 2008 07:19 PM I have an unconditional offer to study for LLM international trade and commercial law at Durham, so I would be thankful if you would give me some details about the university and its law school, can you tell how much does it coast to live there for a postgraduate student (including accommodation)? |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
The details on how much you should pay for your tuition and accommodation fees are all outlined in your offer letter.Sun Mar 30, 2008 07:29 PM As regards your monthly expenses, that would usually depend on how much you party and/or get drunk (!!!). LOL! If you just want the LL.M. degree and you just want to survive (on a subsistence level), perhaps 200 pounds will be enough. However, please note that you will be extremely bored with this kind of lifestyle. With 200 pounds/month, I believe you can also have a few drinks. If you want to live a comfortable life, 500 pounds (or more) per month would be sufficient. Hope that helps. mario |
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| mirela
Joined: 18 Aug 2005 Posts: 16 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
Dear all, I also have received an official letter from Durham, and also from Nottingham and Aberdeen - all for International commercial law program. Further on, I don't know what to choose between them - could you please help me?
Sun Jun 15, 2008 01:48 PM |
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| hurricane
Joined: 11 Jul 2008 Posts: 1 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
HI Everyone!Sat Jul 12, 2008 10:17 AM I'll study in Durham this autumn in International Trade and Commercial Law~and the 1-month pre'sessional lanuage course.I'll live in the Josephine Butler College~and I was put into St Chad's College during the law course,but I haven't decided that live in accommodation or not that time.ANY ADVISE? I'm a boy from CHINA,and I would be very very gald to meet you in Durham!! |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
hey there hurricane,Sat Jul 12, 2008 10:20 AM im in josephine butler college. my email is mtz94@yahoo.com. just e-mail me if u need any advice. |
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| mirela
Joined: 18 Aug 2005 Posts: 16 |
Who's heading to Durham Universitythis year?
I will be also there...starting with this October. I choose Ustinov and i am still waiting for their confirmation. the accomodation at Ustinov costs me around 4600 for the entire year - what about the costs within the other colleges? How is the LLM in International Trade and Commercial Law? which modules did you take?
Sat Jul 12, 2008 06:11 PM |
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| wishes
Joined: 15 Jul 2008 Posts: 1 |
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Hey guys,I just rejected UCL's offer and decided to go to Durham this Oct.I'm not sure if it's a right decision.Hopefully it is.Wed Jul 16, 2008 08:48 AM I was allocated to Ustinov College.I didn't fill in college preference on the application form.But now I'm aware that its location is quite far from law school and city centre. I'm sure in the coming new term we international students will enjoy a fantastic time in Durham!! Any one wants to make friends with me please send me personal messages!Thank you! [Edited 16 Jul 2008 by wishes] |
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Pharrell  Joined: 02 Nov 2006 Posts: 66 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
Wed Jul 16, 2008 09:34 AM yes! who's going to this Harry Potter university, my friends? From what countries? Please let me know :-) thank you! Durham University - very good choice but one question...... why Harry Potter :) ? |
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| Helen-hp
Joined: 19 Sep 2007 Posts: 10 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
As far as I know, the Harry Potter was once filmed in the Durham castle, just one film site maybe...Some people say that the real life in Durham University is similar to the life in Harry Potter movie..Wed Jul 16, 2008 03:50 PM By the way, I'll live in Bulter college during the 1 month pre-sessional course~~~ |
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| oskkhan
Joined: 02 Jun 2008 Posts: 25 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
Hi guysThu Jul 17, 2008 01:01 PM I am also going to Durham, The Castle I hope to enjoy the hell out of my stay at Durham I am from Pakistan and yes i am very excited |
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| rumbi
Joined: 26 Aug 2007 Posts: 8 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
Hey mtz94, how is you diss going? I cannot stand the damn rain at the moment.Wed Aug 13, 2008 07:56 PM Guys, If you are still looking for a good college, I recommend Hatfield, of course. Look at the Hatfield MCR webpage (www.dur.ac.uk/hatfield.mcr) and get involved. |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
rumbi,Wed Aug 13, 2008 08:45 PM guess ur jan(?).... yes the weather is rubbish. i'm done with my dissertation but i have yet to hear from my adviser. in any case, i will revise everything myself if he does not reply. how about u? u done with it? do we have the same supervisor? mario |
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| Alexandre
Joined: 19 Aug 2008 Posts: 1 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
Hi guys !Wed Aug 20, 2008 12:23 PM I'll be in Durham for the one-month english course. Anybody in St Chad's during the law course ? I am from france and will be very glad to meet u in september See u ^^ |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
hi alexandre,Wed Aug 20, 2008 02:15 PM I'm a graduating LL.M. student here in durham and will be glad to assist you in case u need any help. I'll still be in durham next year and will be doing a business course. just message me at mtz94@yahoo.com if u need any advice. cheers! mario |
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| Helen-hp
Joined: 19 Sep 2007 Posts: 10 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
Hi guys,Fri Aug 22, 2008 02:20 AM I will fly to Durham on 31st August and arrive at 21:45 at Newcastle Airport alone.I'm a little worried about the way from the airport to Durham university--it's late at night and I'm a girl with heavy luggage...Is there any one who will arrive in Durham at similar time and thus, we can go to university together~~or is there anyone who has arrived in Durham and is willing to pick me up from the airport? I'll appreciated for all your help~~~ |
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| mtz94
Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 49 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
hi helenThu Aug 28, 2008 05:11 AM u can call blueline taxi at 0191 262 6666. it offers the cheapest rates from newcastle airport to durham. normally, it will cost u around 40 pounds but blueline only charged me 34 pounds the last time. the drivers are also very friendly. hope that helps |
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| Helen-hp
Joined: 19 Sep 2007 Posts: 10 |
Who's heading to Durham University this year?
Dear mtz94,thanks for your help. Is it safe for a girl taking taxi from Newcastle airport to Durham university at midnight?Is there any security device in the taxi?
Thu Aug 28, 2008 09:42 AM |
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