Y11 Early Induction Events
Are you planning to study a full-time course at EDC this September? Then why not come along to one of our Early Induction events on Monday 23rd June 2025!
Find your future at East Durham College
Upcoming Events
Animal Care Courses Early Induction Event - Houghall Campus
9.30pm - 3:00pm
Are you planning to study one of our animal care courses at EDC's Houghall campus this September? Then why not come along to our Early Induction event on Monday 23rd June 2025!
Houghall Campus
Land & Wildlife Early Induction Event - Houghall Campus
9.30am - 3:00pm
Are you planning to study one of our land & wildlife courses at EDC's Houghall campus this September? Then why not come along to our Early Induction event on Monday 23rd June 2025!
Creating outstanding futures.
That's what EDC is all about! Our aim is to give all of our students the opportunities they need to get far in the careers they want - that's why we offer hundreds of courses in a huge variety of different subject areas. Courses are open for anyone above the age of 16 - so whether you're fresh out of school looking for that next step or an adult wanting to retrain, EDC is the place to do it.
Sport Performance Centres
Love Sport?
Go further both academically and physically with East Durham College's fantastic Sports Performance Centres!
Find your Sports Performance Centre
Education for all.
At East Durham College, you don't have to be a school leaver to join us! We offer courses for everyone aged 16 and above from entry level to foundation degree programmes.
16-18 Student
Leaving school and wondering what's next? Start here and find your perfect course!
Find 16-18 courses
Adult Learners
Over the age of 19 and want to retrain? We've got a huge amount of courses ideal for adults.
View all courses for adults
Higher Education
We work with several universities to offer degree-level programmes at the college.
Apply for HE courses
Apprentices
Courses not the route for you? Why not earn while you learn instead with an apprenticeship?
Become an apprentice
Former EDC Student Profile
Easington-born Steve Harper joined East Durham College from Easington School to study Sport. He was offered a place at Liverpool John Moore University before signing for Newcastle Utd where he then spent 20 years before the final two years of his playing career with Hull City AFC.
Steve Harper
Read about our former students
Featured Facilities
We have many excellent facilities across our campuses that are open to the general public and available to hire. Why not take advantage of our fantastic venues and services.
Houghall Dog Grooming Studio
Treat your pet to a grooming experience at the Houghall Dog Grooming Studio in Durham. The College runs a dog grooming studio which is open to the public and their dogs.
Positive Steps Childcare Nursery
Welcome to Positive Steps Nursery! Found on-site at East Durham College's Peterlee campus, our nursery makes attendance at college easier by providing fantastic childcare facilities for those students who may have young children. It's also open to members of the public looking for childcare.
Art Studio
If you're thinking about studying art and design at EDC, you'll study in our dedicated art studio at our Peterlee campus.
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Take a closer look
Visit our fantastic Instagram page to get a better view of what's happening in and around East Durham College.
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