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Earth science explores land surface and natural resources (ground, water, metals, soil and stones) as well as their husbandry. On your earth science degree, you’ll study the structure, processes, and properties of the planet, along with nearly 5 billion years of biological evolution.

This year, Durham University International Study Centre’s first cohort of undergraduate students will be completing their degree and graduating from the University. In our blog, hear from our former students and discover what studying abroad has meant to them.

Aaron, from Hong Kong, recently completed our exclusive virtual preparation course, Prepare for Success. Now he is studying at the Durham University International Study Centre. In our blog, you can read how Prepare for Success gave him the tools to succeed while he studied with us.

Studying abroad is a unique and exciting experience. There will be so much to do in your new country, but here are some top tips that will help you make the most of your international student experience.

Klaudy, one of our student ambassadors, introduces us to a typical day studying online, and talks about all the support he receives from International Study Centre staff.

Rumaysa from Pakistan will graduate with BA (Hons) Business and Management from Durham University this summer, having started with an International Foundation Year in Business, Economics, Accounting and Finance at the International Study Centre. Read her advice to her younger self about the fun and challenges that awaited in Durham.

Jia Lin, a final year student at Durham University, has loved her time here, right from when she started as an International Study Centre student. Read her story here.

Thinking about studying geography? From a range of careers to pursue to the variety of desirable skills you will develop, studying geography at university is a great choice that will help you on your way to a successful career.

Nutta-uea from Thailand has the made the most out of her university experience with us by joining different clubs and societies – find out more about how she got involved.