Enrichment activities Whatever you love doing, whatever you might like to try, you will find support and inspiration here. At Durham we split our student enrichment activity into seven themes. We call them Domains of Participation, and they help to demonstrate the breadth of opportunity available across the University: Arts and Culture: You can showcase your talents, do something entirely different, or enjoy the entertainment and appreciate the work of others. Our performing arts, our visual arts, our museums, our art collections and our student media are thriving. There really is something for everyone to enjoy at Durham. Enterprise and Employment: Your career can get started long before you graduate, from organising student-led events to participating in work-study opportunities and developing start-up companies. Intellectual Enquiry: You’ll have many opportunities for curiosity-led academic activity beyond your degree course - from engaging with guest lecturers in your Department, to taking part in dissertation “open mic” nights in your College. Building Communities: Some would say this is the foundation of the Durham experience! Dining as a community, helping to run your Common Room, taking part in celebration events, faith societies or peer mentoring - and much more. Sport and Wellbeing: Physical activity is a cornerstone of the student experience at Durham. From international representation and University and College Sport, right through to personal training, fitness and wellbeing classes, there is so much for you to enjoy and participate in. Wider Community Engagement: Volunteering, supporting environmental projects and pro-bono work are some of the most meaningful memories many students build of their time at Durham. Active Citizenship: Our students don’t hesitate to stand up and work for positive change. The University and the Students’ Union are home to a host of issues-based and political groups and campaigns on key student issues.
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