EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT · NOT A STUDENT TESTIMONIAL
What to investigate
Compare the same subject at specific colleges. Ask students about their programme and year, how teaching is scheduled and which resources they use. A broad statement about “DU life” may not explain the experience relevant to your shortlist.
Student-life context
Investigate the college you would actually attend: its location, timetable, library, societies and accommodation options. North Campus, South Campus and other college locations should not be treated as a single daily commute.
The question behind the headline
Historical allocation scores are not future admission predictions. Hostel availability, fees and facilities are college-specific. Use the current official notice for the applicable round and category.
Ask for a specific example
When speaking with a student, ask which programme and year their experience relates to. Request an example of a class, assessment, support query or activity, rather than a universal rating. Compare several accounts with the institution’s current policy. A positive or negative story can be useful without being representative of every learner.