The Scooby Gang swap the trials of high school for the tribulations of the freshman year of college in Buffy season four…

Synopsis: Though she has now graduated from high school, Buffy Summers’ troubles are far from over. Not only are there the usual vampires, demons and the forces of darkness about but she will find herself coming up against The Initiative, too – a paramilitary paranormal organisation based under UC Sunnydale. Beware what lurks in Room 314…

1. The Freshman

It’s tough to watch Buffy losing her confidence and struggling with university life, but this is a fun episode. In particular, Sunday the vampire is a great villain who should have lasted longer. 8.5/10

2. Living Conditions

Buffy’s roommate Kathy is driving her crazy – literally. But is there something demon-y going on? A light-hearted episode that gives a Buffy twist to the idea of a roommate from hell. 8/10

3. The Harsh Light Of Day

Spike returns to Sunnydale – with the newly-vamped Harmony – on his arm. Meanwhile, Buffy sleeps with Parker. An enjoyable episode with a unifying theme of jilted women. 8.5/10

4. Fear Itself

The Scoobies get caught in a real-life house of horrors on Halloween. A hilarious episode with some terrific dialogue that also examines the character’s deepest fears. 9/10

5. Beer Bad

Buffy turns into cavewoman after drinking some cursed beer in one of Buffy‘s worst episodes. It’s clunkily-written and lacks the show’s usual wit. At least Xander and Giles get some fun moments. 6/10

6. Wild at Heart

It’s difficult to judge this one. On the one hand, Oz’s struggle with his wolf side and departure is emotional but it’s hard to love an episode that breaks up the wonderful Willow and Oz relationship. 8/10