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September's coming along fast, so if you've not yet applied for a college course, we're confident we've got the right one for you! Take a look at our huge range of courses available by clicking the button below.
Find your future at East Durham College
Upcoming Events
Houghall Campus - Foundation & Derwent Enrolment - 19th August
9:00am-4:00pm
If you're joining our Inclusive Learning Department (Foundation Studies or Derwent Autistic Provision) at the college, this enrolment event is for you!
Houghall Campus
Peterlee Campus - Adults, Access to Higher Education & Foundation Enrolment - 20th August
09:00am-4:00pm
It's time to get enrolled for your Foundation Studies or adult part time course at East Durham College's Peterlee campus this September!
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
"EDC taught me the vital skills for the industry, including all the anatomy and massage techniques."
Sophie Brown
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.
Impact Health & Fitness Gym
Keep fit, get active and have fun with East Durham College's Sports Centre & Impact Health & Fitness gym! Completely FREE* (£5 one-off induction fee applies) for East Durham College students and also open to the public, we have some of the best facilities available in the North East.
Motor Vehicle Workshop
We have everything you can think of to start your career in the motor vehicle industry under one roof!
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.
EDC on Instagram
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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