College life
The colleges are the heart of our extraordinary
wider student experience. In fact, we offer University
accommodation to all first-year undergraduates who
meet the criteria to secure a room, because colleges are
where Durham’s outstanding student experience begins.
You will feel at home from the moment you step
through the door. Colleges are like extended families:
safe, supportive, and inclusive. In your college, you’ll be
surrounded by friendly faces and you’ll have the chance
to get to know all sorts of extraordinary people.
Every college provides:
• A character and spirit all of its own
• Sports, clubs, societies and associations
• Events and activities
• Student Common Rooms
• Staff and support close at hand if you need it
• Accommodation within Durham City, either
catered or self-catered
Colleges offer facilities such
as shops, cafés, bars, libraries,
social and study areas, music and
performance spaces, laundrettes,
gyms and outdoor sports areas
depending on college.
