Course Finder

How to Apply

To apply for a course at EDC, use our course finder to find the perfect one for you! You can view all of our available courses below, or use our filtering system to search by location, age, subject area and more.

Just give the course you’re interested in a click, find the apply button, and submit your application when you’re ready.

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A Level Biology

Fascinated by what makes the human body work? Considering a career in the medical field? Then A Level Biology at East Durham Sixth Form could be the course for you!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    A Level
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A Level Chemistry

A Level Chemistry course at ED6 Sixth Form can take you far - including careers in medicine, veterinary science and dentistry. Study topics like Physical, Inorganic, Organic and Analytical Chemistry!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    A Level
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A Level Physics

A Level Physics at ED6 can open up a wide range of careers and higher education options such as engineering, architecture, mathematics, actuarial science and further research into physics.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    A Level
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Foundation Studies (Houghall Campus) 2025-26

Our Foundation Studies programme is a supportive, inclusive and exciting post-16 provision providing support and development for learners with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. At Houghall, learners can access our vocational programmes including agriculture and animal care.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 24 (SEND)
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    SEND
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Foundation Studies (Peterlee Campus) 2025-26

Our Foundation Studies programme is a supportive, inclusive and exciting post-16 provision providing support and development for learners with a range of special educational needs and disabilities. At Peterlee, learners can access our vocational programmes including catering, performing arts, media and more.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 24 (SEND)
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    SEND
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Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector 2025-26

Brand new to the world of hairdressing or beauty? With this course, you can choose to specialise in either area and begin your journey towards a career as a hairdresser or beautician.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Adult Learner
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Specialist Techniques 2025-26

Learn how to perform facial skincare, waxing, eyelash and eyebrow treatments, manicures and much more with this Level 2 Beauty course at East Durham College!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational
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Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Treatments - Sept 2025

Interest in a career in Beauty Therapy? If so this level 3 course is the way to get you there!
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational
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Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science

This one-year course provides a strong introduction to scientific theory, whilst supporting you to develop practical and transferable skills, enabling you to progress on to the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science.
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    2025-2026
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    16 to 18
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    Vocational
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Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology (Evening) Sept 2025

Thinking a career as a nail tech might be for you? This course provides a fantastic introduction to nail technology and is delivered part-time at our Peterlee campus beauty salon.
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    2025-2026
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    Adult Learner
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    Part Time
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    Vocational