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Undergraduate Colleges Guide 2022
An introduction Follow our student blogs
to discover what life is like
Our colleges 04 at Durham University From iconic facilities to life-changing
durham-student.org internships, Collingwood is unique.
The wider student experience 05 Surrounded by a talented team of staff
who insist on knowing every student, there
Colleges at a glance 06 is no better place to begin your adult life.
Colleges map 07
Toby Hillery
Engineering,
Collingwood College
Our Colleges
Collingwood College 08
Grey College 09
Hatfield College 10
John Snow College 11
Josephine Butler College 12
South College 13
St Aidan’s College 14
St Chad’s College 15
St Cuthbert’s Society 16
Stephenson College 17
College of St Hild and St Bede 18
Coming to university gives
St John’s College 19 you a chance to transform
into the person you want to
St Mary’s College 20 be. The friendly and diverse
community of Aidan’s has
Trevelyan College 21 allowed me to be open and
proud of who I am. It is a place
where I was not only accepted
University College 22
but I was celebrated.
Van Mildert College 23
Jessica Madden
Geography,
St Aidan’s College
02 03
Our colleges The wider student experience
When you study with us at Durham, you will come away with Our students and graduates are known for their outstanding
so much more than just a degree. Our collegiate system is qualities, which you can develop in your College as well as through
part of what makes Durham special. your academic studies and other University-wide activities.
Through our enormous range of activities, you will explore your
At Durham, you will become a member of a College community, own interests and discover new skills to help you with your
which represents everyone, from new undergraduate to PhD learning, as well as in your future after you graduate.
student. Our Colleges offer space to live with, and learn from,
one another, as well as to debate, socialise, and mix with other At the heart of college life are opportunities for engagement.
students; and there are numerous opportunities to engage in Each College hosts a huge number of activities, from sport and
sport, outreach, music, theatre, and the arts. You can also live music, to leadership, volunteering and more. You can get involved
in your College, alongside friends. College is a place to develop with set design for the College Ball, mentor in a local school, work
your skills and enhance your wellbeing, with dedicated support on the College Bar, and help to maintain the College allotment. Colleges in
and guidance from staff ready to offer help at every stage of your
time at Durham. All our Colleges provide facilities to support
You can represent your College on the sports field, too, and
get involved with theatre and music alongside other College
summary
your academic learning, and your personal development, such members. Why not get involved with College student governance In your College you will
as libraries and social spaces and, in some Colleges, a chapel or and leadership? Or why not host an event in College to celebrate find endless opportunities
prayer room. the Holi Festival, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, or Passover? The to explore your interests;
opportunities are endless. support and guidance;
Every College has a representative body for undergraduate chances to lead and develop
students called the Junior Common Room. As a member of the Your College community also offers you a sense of belonging, not your College’s community;
Junior Common Room, you can participate in elected student only to fellow College members, but also to the wider community and a place to learn from
leadership, organise student-led events, and engage in local, in Durham, the North East, and beyond. Student involvement your fellow students across
regional, and global issues. Sixteen of our colleges welcome both at a local level is very important in Durham, and students are all fields of study. You will
undergraduate and postgraduate students, with a seventeenth able to volunteer with schoolchildren, litter-pick on the Durham feel a part of your College for
postgraduate-only College. Our seventeen Colleges mean hugely Heritage Coastline, and sing for the elderly in nearby care homes. the rest of your life – and you
increased opportunities for challenge and for making memories; Involvement in your Junior Common Room is also important, will always be welcome back.
there is truly something for everyone. because it allows every student to shape their experience in their
During my time at Grey, the College, and learn leadership skills.
relationships I have made have
encouraged me to pursue Your wellbeing is an important component of your student
Every College provides:
things I could never have experience. Our Colleges offer pastoral and developmental
• A community to belong to • Shared facilities for all imagined doing before coming support throughout your degree through dedicated Student
whilst you are in Durham, and students of the College to university. Support Offices. Your College staff will support you as well as
once you leave signpost you to central support services such as the Counselling
• Opportunities for student Service, Disability Support, and the University Chaplaincy team.
• Sports, societies, and student governance through the Natalie Green
groups Common Rooms Mathematics,
Grey College
• A range of events • Either catered or self-
and activities catered facilities, and From your friends and
accommodation within peers to the older students
• College staff to support Durham. and right up to the
your wellbeing
members of the wider
college community, Butler
is full of people who are
always here to support you
and care for you.
Morgan Miller
Liberal Arts,
04 Josephine Butler College 05
Colleges at a glance
Our Year of Self-catered Gowned No. of No. of 1st Total Chapel/ UCAS
Colleges* foundation (S) or formal students year UG number of multifaith code***
Catered (C) dinners** living in rooms full-time room
(UG and student
PG) members
Collingwood 1972 C N 555 469 1,694 N 1
Grey 1959 C Y 463 320 1,351 Y G
Hatfield 1846 C Y 409 310 1,325 Y 2
John Snow 2001 S Y 492 368 1,242 N 7
8b
Josephine
2006 S Y 546 420 1,480 Y 9
Butler
South College 2020 S Y 492 360 643 Y K
8a
St Aidan’s 1947 C N 386 305 1,046 Y A
St Chad’s 1904 C Y 254 130 633 Y 3
St Cuthbert’s 1858/88 CS N 468 411 1,432 N 4
Stephenson 2001 S N 433 348 1,045 N 8
St Hild &
1839 S N TBC TBC 1,356 Y 5
St Bede
St John’s 1909 C Y 240 163 709 Y J
St Mary’s 1899 C Y 312 250 983 Y M
Trevelyan 1966 C Y 320 272 977 Y T
University 1832 C Y 538 324 1,498 Y U
Van Mildert 1965 C N 524 395 1,532 N V
Please note: throughout the year called ‘Formals’. Some preference on your UCAS form, if you
*These figures are correct for 2021, however colleges practise the long-established prefer not to. Instead, you can make an
they will be subject to annual change. tradition of wearing gowns at these events. ‘open’ application.
Others are less formal and do not wear
gowns to dine in.
**All colleges have special dinner events St Cuthbert’s
***You do not have to specify a college 8a Society (Bailey Site)
St Cuthbert’s Society
8b
(Parsons Field Site)
06 07
Long-standing excellence Our student Junior
in sport is now matched Common Room
in theatre, music, film, functions as an
and tech. Whatever independent charity,
More energy, less ceremony. you want to pursue,
#Greytopportunities for everyone. running 40+ sports
whatever your teams, and over
expertise, we will 20 societies.
help you to
achieve your
goals.
C 1 C G
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
555
Number of students
463
Number of students
Collingwood encourages you to be the best you can be at living in (UG & PG) Grey is a place where all can excel within and outside their living in (UG & PG)
whatever interests you. Collingwood students are ambitious, chosen subject. Our Student Experience Officer helps enable
get involved and make great things happen: from Art to further opportunities for Grey students to make the most of
@CollingwoodDU @grey_college
Zorbing, there are more than 70 sports teams and over 20 their time at Durham through our Opportunities programme.
societies and committees to join. @collingwoodcollegeDU The programme offers a range of initiatives including: careers @greycollege1959
@collingwoodcollege talks from alumni; mentoring and volunteering; and access to @greycollegedurham
Whether you’re a serious athlete, casual gym-goer or
the Grey College Trust, which offers grants to enable students
enthusiastic spectator, our floodlit pitch, extensive gym and
For more information, see to participate in activities outside the classroom.
fitness studio allow you to stay active and try something new, For more information, see
whatever your ability level. Team Collingwood hope to retain durham.ac.uk/collingwood Our Junior Common Room functions as an independent durham.ac.uk/grey.college
the inter-collegiate sports trophy for the 10th consecutive year! charity, running 40+ sports teams, and over 20 societies. Our
teams and societies allow participation at all levels, and offer
The arts are equally important; our music, theatre, tech and
leadership roles. Our summer mixed Rugby 7s tournament
dance societies utilise our industry-standard music and
has seen over 1000 Grey students participate, and has raised
recording studio and performing arts centre. Filmmakers,
over £5000 for charity. The range of musical groups is huge,
photographers and artists enjoy dedicated creative spaces,
including the largest non-auditioned choir in the University.
and our library is home to budding writers and thinkers.
Grey in the Community provides the chance for students to
Our culture is informal; you’ll find students chatting about get involved in the local community, and we are proud to be
their next volunteering initiative over coffee, dreaming up new the first University group in the UK to host tea parties with
College events whilst watching the football, or challenging the Contact the Elderly.
Principal to a game of table-tennis. Formal dinners are big and
Grey is situated in a beautiful setting close to the main
bold (think fairground rides and silent discos) and we end each
university site, just a short walk from the city. Our facilities
year with a music festival organised by The Stag’s Head.
include a library, gym, tennis court, music rooms, indoor sports
Collingwood creates The community that Grey
Your personal development is at our core and we’ll help area, Chapel, Common Room space with a Toastie Bar and TV
a trusted community College provides for all its
you to seize rare, life-changing opportunities: apply to our room, and our bar, the Greyhound.
unique research internships, ever-expanding list of global
where you can feel safe students is what has made
opportunities, or pitch for funding for your innovative ideas. and valued, as well as an my experience at university
atmosphere that pushes so unique and special.
Does The Wood sound right for you? you to love the best.
Isaac Lucas Namita Hukerikar
Geology Natural Sciences
08 09
Durham’s second oldest A College is not just about
College, located on the the physical structure, it
Bailey in the historical is about the people:
centre of Durham. the students and staff.
We are #AllOneHatfield. We combine strong A modern College with traditional values. We pride ourselves on
traditions with a the strong and
thoroughly supportive College
modern outlook. community
we have.
C 2 S 7
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
409 492
Number of students
Number of students
Hatfield is Durham’s second oldest college. We combine living in (UG & PG) We invite you to be part of John Snow College’s exciting living in (UG & PG)
strong traditions, with a thoroughly modern outlook. We are journey. Since September 2020, we have been located on the
‘#AllOneHatfield’, promoting an inclusive and supportive @HatfieldCollege University’s brand new complex at Mount Oswald in Durham.
@JohnSnowCollege
environment, in which every student is valued and has many Founded in 2001 at Queens’ Campus, Stockton, John Snow
opportunities to flourish, whatever their interest and experience. @hatfieldcollege College relocated to Durham in 2018. However, a College is @john_snow_college
not just about the physical structure, it is about the people:
We have over 30 student-led clubs and societies, covering sport, For more information, see the students and staff. We pride ourselves on the strong and For more information, see
music, drama, volunteering, and much more, welcoming newcomers durham.ac.uk/hatfield.college supportive College community we have, as well as our diversity durham.ac.uk/johnsnow.college
as well as old hands. Joining Hatfield, you could try rowing with our and inclusivity.
boat club’s novice programme; get involved in our Junior Common
Rooms; help to organise our Lion in Winter Ball; or join the student As a modern College with traditional values, we have
welfare team. If your interests are more creative, you could join our something for everyone. Whether your extracurricular interests
Lion Theatre Company; sing in Hatfield Voices or the Chapel Choir; are sporting, musical, artistic or academic, we encourage
join our jazz band; or take up arts and crafts with Hatfield Create. you to fulfil your potential. We have an active music and
We also sponsor a mentoring project, where our student go in to performing arts scene, thriving sports opportunities and many
support five local schools. societies to accommodate all interests. You can also become
an active citizen of the Durham area through an array of
There are plenty of opportunities to learn and develop at Hatfield volunteering and charity projects.
through #HatfieldHorizons. The programme includes our prestigious
Many of our activities draw upon our excellent facilities, which
annual lecture, research talks, and themed career conversation
include a fitness suite, dance and yoga studios, music practice
brunches and dinners. Our students lead SHAPED, a peer-
rooms, multi-faith/quiet room and event hall. There is also a
support programme Supporting Hatfielders’ Academic Progress,
floodlit outdoor games area and JCR social space with café
Employability, and Development. Our alumni generously donate
and bar.
to the Hatfield Trust, providing grants for students to undertake Hatfield College is my home, Coming to John Snow College
extra activities, internships, and Hatfield Bursaries for students from and has been since September Our comprehensive student enrichment programme enables made it very easy for me
lower-income households. 2019. The welcome from the our students to develop transferable skills, self-growth to adjust to moving quite
Freps (Freshers’ Reps) was the and improve employability prospects. The wide-ranging far away from home. I look
Our College is located on the Bailey, in the historical centre of beginning of a new start, and I programme embraces mindfulness and wellbeing, encourages back gratefully at how my
Durham. Some of our buildings are modern, and other are more haven’t looked back since. intellectual curiosity and personal development. confidence, personality and
traditional and reflect our heritage. We have newly-renovated social friendships have grown.
We invite you, the ambitious and academically curious, to join
spaces, including a café, bar, two gyms, library, computer room,
Leah Collins us and help shape our future.
study rooms and music practice room. Jack Judge
Primary Education
Primary Education
Come and join us at #AllOneHatfield.
10 11
Butler is home to one of As Durham’s newest
the broadest distributions College, we have a founding
of student backgrounds commitment to freedom
at Durham, and we of speech and intellectual
Friendly, inclusive, and flexible. encourage our students Modernity and glorious tradition combined. inquiry. We are also
to get involved with committed to
our community’s volunteering and to
pioneering spirit. helping you to help
others at home
and abroad.
S 9 S K
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
546
Number of students
492
Number of students
Butler has one of the broadest distributions of student living in (UG & PG) As Durham’s newest college, South offers an inspiring living in (UG & PG)
backgrounds at Durham, and we encourage our students to combination of tradition and modernity. You will have a
get involved with our community’s pioneering spirit: we pride For more information, see voice in college affairs, and you will have the opportunity to
@South_CollegeDU
ourselves in offering a wide variety of opportunities to engage, durham.ac.uk/butler.college invent distinctive traditions that will write a new chapter in
lead, and inspire. We encourage everyone to take responsibility the Durham story. We also have a founding commitment to @south_collegedu
for the development of both the College and themselves, freedom of speech and intellectual inquiry.
whether that is through playing in a band, working backstage For more information, see
in a production, or editing our website. South offers all the opportunities for personal growth and durham.ac.uk/south.college
development that make Durham graduates attractive to top
We have over 100 student-led groups across sport, societies, employers. Whether you want to volunteer in the community,
and committees, and new groups are set up every year. Our participate in sport, or make music, South will support you and
committees focus on making a difference in College, the help you achieve your best. If you want to act, work in student
local community, and beyond. Our International Committee journalism or make films, South has the expertise and facilities
encourages our students to embrace global citizenship; and to bring your ambitions to life.
our Charity Committee work hard to raise money for partner
charities. If you aspire to be an active citizen, participating in the
community and in touch with global issues, South College’s
We have an excellent range of facilities, including study rooms,
commitment to current affairs will engage and excite you. Our
a library, seminar and presentation rooms, and an events and
college is committed to volunteering and to helping you to
sports hall, gym, and tennis court. The hub of College life is
help others at home and abroad.
JB’s – the largest coffee shop and bar at Durham, which hosts
open mic nights, quiz nights, plays, and much more. At South, we have a superb café-bar and dedicated drama,
To support our student groups, we have a leadership dance and music rooms with state-of-the-art performance
development programme, which ensures our students can For me, Josephine Butler space. Our dining hall in the Hub hosts weekly formal dinners. South brings new opportunities
access the skills they need to lead and organise projects. We College reflects the whole Study space in the Pitcairn Building is located alongside the like no other college can! For
also retain close ties with our alumni, who have become a university experience, with an college offices, offering access to support 24/7. me, the chance to be able
network of contacts for advice and opportunities, and who abundance of extracurricular to have a real impact on the
help us to run careers events. activities to join in with. There foundations of a new College is
is something for everyone here an exciting opportunity, which
with many opportunities to only comes once in a lifetime.
develop life skills.
Kayleigh Allen
Harry Greaves BSc Geography
Classics
12 13
We are proud co-founders We love our traditions, but
and hosts of Durham are thoroughly forward-
Pride and Durham City thinking in our outlook.
of Sanctuary, and of Though we are a small
Aidan’s: let’s change the world. two research centres
Small College, big impact. community with a real
with community impact family atmosphere, we
and growing global encourage all of our
relationships at members to dare to
their heart. dream big.
C A C 3
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
386
Number of students
254
Number of students
Welcome to St Aidan’s, the ‘Rainbow College’. From the living in (UG & PG) St Chad’s is located near the heart of Durham, situated just living in (UG & PG)
creative arts to community engagement projects, peer metres away from Durham Cathedral and the UNESCO World
mentoring and Pathways to Enterprise, our energy, enthusiasm Heritage Site, on the beautiful and historic North Bailey. We
@StAidansCollege @StChadsDurham
and warmth encourage everyone to flourish. love our traditions but are thoroughly forward-thinking in our
outlook. Though we are a small community with a real family @stchadsdurham
A modern College, we have a growing tradition of engagement For more information, see atmosphere, we encourage all of our members to dare to dream @stchadscollege
in social justice and building new relationships. You can durham.ac.uk/st-aidans.college big, to aim high, and to think globally – whether it’s in terms of
develop your talents, or discover ones you never suspected, their academic work, their extracurricular activities, their career
For more information, see
in a caring and supportive environment. Our creative writing aspirations and employability, or their plans to change our world
stchads.ac.uk
course is unique, our intercultural and interfaith events for the better.
inspirational and our College spaces can host anything
from meditation groups to ‘Live Lounge’ and ‘Open mic’ Our intellectually curious and highly motivated members
evenings. With the emphasis on participation, we have a great participate in a wide range of College-based events and
tradition of both informal and dedicated activity: from mixed activities including our inter-Common Room discussion forum
frisbee to women’s rugby; yoga and meditation to tango, salsa PERSPECTIVES, our regional internship programme Intern:NE,
and classical Indian dance. regular community volunteering opportunities around the North
East, the governance of the Junior Common Room, our theatre
We are proud co-founders and hosts of Durham Pride and company Green Door, our friendly and inclusive sports teams, our
Durham City of Sanctuary, and of two research centres student-run College bar, our twice-weekly gowned ‘Formals’, and
with community impact and growing global relationships at our lively arts and music programme.
their heart. Through celebrations like Chinese New Year and
international film nights, our Banipal Middle Eastern Writer The College is particularly committed to nurturing a diverse and
in Residence Fellowship and Shabbat celebrations, we work international community of students and staff, co-sponsoring
towards active citizenship to challenge a fractured world. I found it hard to get involved the Ruth First Scholarship, which brings a postgraduate from I don’t think I would have felt as
with things outside my studies southern Africa to study at Durham University for a year. Our secure anywhere else, and that’s
Situated at the top of Windmill Hill, the view of Durham at school but Aidan’s is such International Students Organising Committee arranges an allowed me to take risks and try
Cathedral and the dramatic landscape of the city will always a warm and welcoming place exciting extracurricular programme of trips around the North new things with a confidence I
inspire you. Our modernity embraces sensitivity and respect it was easy to get involved in East, study skills sessions, and social events throughout the year. wouldn’t have had otherwise. It
for the living history and struggle of this region, where natural college life. sounds like a cliché, but I can’t
beauty and industrial resilience coexist. If you aspire to be part of a scholarly and social community that overstate how much Chad’s feels
will challenge and support you in equal measure, encouraging like home.
Irenitemi Michael Agbejule and empowering you to make the most of every opportunity
Computer Science
while at Durham University, then we would love to welcome you Joe Skaria
to St Chad’s. Philosophy, Politics
and Economics (PPE)
14 15
St Cuthbert’s Society is To support the local
one of the oldest student community, our students
communities in Durham, run a ‘Match-Up Hub’
with strong values which matches the skills
Founded by students for students. of diversity, inclusivity, Community focus; global perspective. of our students with
local organisations
and mutual respect.
who could benefit
from their help.
CS 4 S 8
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
468
Number of students
433
Number of students
St Cuthbert’s Society is one of the oldest student communities living in (UG & PG) Stephenson College is a modern College situated next to living in (UG & PG)
in Durham, with strong values of diversity, inclusivity and the Botanic Gardens, surrounded by beautiful woodland.
mutual respect. Cuth’s occupies two sites, with catered rooms Supported by our College bursaries, students are empowered
@CuthsSociety @stevocollege
on the historic Bailey and self-catered, modern flats across the to pursue joint and individual interests at Stephenson,
River Wear at Parson’s Field. We provide a flexible range of @st.cuthberts.society and there are a wide range of opportunities for personal @stephensonCollegeCommunity
accommodation and catering options. @stcuthbertssociety development. Students can engage with College life through @stephenson_college
joining one of our many sports teams, clubs, and societies.
Our student body, a registered charity, is energetic, enterprising The newly-established Rocket Theatre Company hosted
For more information, see For more information, see
and democratic. The JCR has over 40 societies and sports three successful productions within its first year, and is
durham.ac.uk/st-cuthberts.society durham.ac.uk/stephenson
teams, and new ones are created every year. They include Biscuit entirely student-run. In 2020, we will be launching our new
Appreciation, Running, Karaoke and FemSoc. We are the only Connections Programme to support student development, and
college with two sites, two bars, and an entirely student-run we will be extending our series of lectures from leading figures
library. Our community engagement includes drama classes in a in a range of fields.
local secondary school, rugby coaching in a primary school, and
our choir performing in Durham Cathedral and York Minster. Stephenson students have a strong interest in civic
responsibility and social justice, and sustain close links with
Bursaries are available for personal development projects and a local charity addressing homelessness. To further support
to support the performing arts. Every year a writer, artist or the local community, our students run a ‘Match-Up Hub’,
musician is in residence for six months to work with students - which matches the skills and experience of students with
this year an award-winning film maker and director, Paul Sng. local organisations who could benefit from their help. We are
College staff provide welfare support to all students, and also ambitious for our students, and we encourage both academic
organize a programme of scholarly and social events which and co-curricular success, paying attention to development
contribute to the wider student experience and personal and employability as global leaders.
development, including debates on topical issues and careers Cuth’s is a college like no As a first-generation scholar
advice. Regular formal dinners such as Hallowe’en, Burns Night other, spread across two To support our student community, our fantastic facilities growing up in a town where
and ‘Dining in the Dark’ bring students, staff and senior members sites in Durham, it really include study space, a gym, a music room, innovation space, few went to university, I
together. The students organise three major balls a year. proves how unifying a proud and an excellent bar and performance hub. Despite being a struggled to picture myself
self-catered college, our student dine together regularly, both at a prestigious university
college identity can be.
formally and informally, at our ‘Locomotion Dinners’ like Durham. However, from
my first day at Stevo I knew I
and ‘Formals’.
truly belonged.
Dan Vogel
History, (Students of
Lauren Rhodes
Colour Rep 2018/19)
History
16 17
We are a network of St John’s is one of
talent, inspiration and Durham’s smallest
action into which you Colleges, situated
will come ‘home to in a row of Georgian
The Big Heart on the Big Hill. Hild Bede’. Hild Bede is Traditional yet forward thinking. townhouses on
a conversation, about the Bailey.
knowledge and ideas,
points of view
and diversity of
experience.
SC 5 C J
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
TBC 240
Number of students
Number of students
Known simply as Hild Bede, we are a place of both history and living in (UG & PG) St John’s is one of the smallest colleges. Situated within a row of living in (UG & PG)
tradition and confidence to open up new ways to become and Georgian townhouses on the Bailey, next to the Cathedral, our
do more than we already are in service of our students and wider For more information, see gardens and lawns stretch down to the River Wear, creating a
@StJohnsDurham
community. durham.ac.uk/hild-bede peaceful sanctuary in the centre of Durham.
@stjohnsdurham
Our 1400 students and ‘family’ of 17,000 alumni span the world All our bedrooms have been refurbished, we have a new gym, @stjohnsdurham
and generations. We are a network of talent, inspiration and action and recently completed our new 24/7 library and learning
into which you will come ‘home to Hild Bede’. We aim to give you resource centre with ample study space. Our 12th century
the support, space and opportunity to develop, to thrive in your College Chapel is a wonderful space for music and worship. For more information, see
durham.ac.uk/st-johns.college
studies and to express yourself as the kind of person who now and
throughout life embodies our spirit of doing and being good. We have our own boathouse and a fiercely competitive boat club
– whilst being a small college, we punch above our weight when
Hild Bede is a conversation, about knowledge and ideas, points of it comes to the sporting arena.
view and diversity of experience.
There is a real sense of community and participation across the
Hild Bede is unique in representing all its students, both under- Common Rooms and College as a whole. Our staff work closely
and post-graduate through the Student Representative Council with students to create the John’s experience, and the College’s
(SRC). The SRC President and ‘Exec.’ support and run much of Christian ethos translates into warm hospitality.
College life: the 36 Clubs and Societies; Welfare and Environment
Committees; ‘formals’, Winter and Summer Balls, our College St John’s fosters intellectual curiosity beyond our students’
Day and, much, much more. We are growing our presence as degree subjects. A flagship event is the annual ‘Borderlands’
the gateway for Durham to our local community, building on our lecture, featuring leading thinkers and public figures. Student
engagement and volunteering and looking to develop enhanced projects include the St John’s Common Room Academic Journal,
support and recognition for all our student leaders. Café Scientifique and Café Politique. All students are encouraged
Hild Bede gives me a Why would you consider any
wonderful sense of community to participate in the St John’s Leadership Programme, and our
other college, when you can
The SRC is your way of contributing to a partnership in running and friendship. There’s always Resident Tutors offer academic peer support.
live with friendly people, on
College along with the College Officers and staff. someone you know to talk to -
John’s Chronicle, our online magazine, includes everything from a UNESCO World Heritage
whether they’re exec or just a
You will be most welcome down by the river, up on our big hill at opinion pieces on world politics to reflections on life in St John’s. Site, with quirky rooms and
friend. It’s such a special
big-hearted Hild Bede. With a student editorial team, the readership extends to our great food?
place and I’m so glad I got
allocated there. alumni and friends, reflecting our ethos of ‘once a Johnian, always
a Johnian’. Katherine Brooks
Modern Languages
Siobhan Gardiner
General Engineering, 2nd year
18 19St Mary’s was founded Our excellent careers
in 1899 as a pioneering programme connects our
all-women’s College, students with alumni in
becoming mixed in various sectors, and
Vibrant, versatile and valued. 2005. We have kept
Explore Without Limits. we host regular careers
our founding ethos – talks and networking
a commitment to sessions.
equality and
opportunity
for all.
C M C T
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
312
Number of students
320
Number of students
St Mary’s is one of Durham’s oldest colleges and occupies living in (UG & PG) Trevelyan is a small, progressive college renowned for its living in (UG & PG)
beautiful buildings set in extensive grounds ideally located for distinctive hexagonal architecture. Our College encourages
both academic and extra-curricular activities. every student to venture out of their comfort zone and be the
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best they can be, whilst promoting an environment of support,
St Mary’s was founded in 1899 as a pioneering all-women’s @stmaryscollegedurham inclusion, and curiosity. @trevelyancollege
college, becoming mixed in 2005. We have kept our founding @trevelyancollege
@stmaryscollegedurham
ethos – a commitment to equality and opportunity for all. A key We have a thriving arts scene suited to all interest and abilities,
aspect of life at Mary’s is the encouragement to get involved, supported by outstanding musical and theatrical facilities.
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try new things, and develop skills you never knew you had! Trevelyan is home to a 60-seattheatre and a soundproof
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This could include organising our International Week, being rehearsal and recording room. We also excel at sports,
responsible for the Junior Common Room (JCR) publicity and have a large indoor sports hall, an outdoor all-weather
and communications, joining the Midsummer Ball decorations sports court, and a gym. Our College has 37 clubs, covering
committee, performing at our ‘Live Lounge’, working in the everything from football to Frisbee.
College Bar or library, and more. We offer opportunities for
relaxation, too, through our wonderful student-run toastie bar, Trevelyan strives to produce future-ready graduates. We have
and the Welfare at Mary’s team. an excellent careers programme that connects our students
with alumni in various sectors, and we host regular career
At Mary’s, supporting an individual’s personal and academic talks and networking sessions. We also believe in providing
growth is key. New students are welcomed by our enthusiastic the space and opportunity for our students to realise their
student teams at the start of each academic year. College own potential. Our extensive travel bursary scheme supports
Mentors support students in capturing achievements, many students to travel the world in pursuit of academic and
reflecting on experiences, identifying strengths, and embracing personal development, and our development programme will
opportunities. Alumni support current students through our give you ample opportunity to hone your soft skills.
Careers Alumni Network. Being in St. Mary’s College has My advice to new students is
truly been the highlight of my Trevelyan was designed as a ‘modern castle’, with all of its to be really open to trying lots
As a community, we collaborate to provide you with the time studying in Durham! I’ve facilities interconnected under one roof. Our students tell us of new things. College is so
opportunity to contribute, to make a positive difference. It’s this gained the confidence to get that this layout makes it much easier to make friends, and that much more than just a halls
positive experience that provides a sense of belonging, ensuring involved in a range of clubs they felt at home in Trevelyan immediately. Make Trevelyan your of residence; it’s a home, a
our students retain a lifelong affiliation with St Mary’s. We look and societies, both at college home, and explore the limitless opportunities available to you. community and a family.
forward to when you join us! and wider University level.
Alice Cooper
Emma Johnson
Geography
Geography
20 21The oldest of Durham’s Mildert has 20 years’
Colleges, housed in a experience in outreach
UNESCO World Heritage and volunteering, and
Site. At Castle, we runs six student-led
Not for ourselves alone. take great pride in the Building community, inspiring innovation. projects across County
achievements of Durham, contributing
our students. over 6500 hours
of volunteering
annually.
C U C V
Catered UCAS code Catered UCAS code
538 524
Number of students
Number of students
Known simply as ‘Castle’, University College is the oldest of living in (UG & PG) College life at Mildert means getting involved regardless of living in (UG & PG)
Durham’s colleges, and is based in Durham Castle, a UNESCO your experience or background – our ‘give it a go’ attitude
World Heritage Site. We are steeped in history, but always look to means that enthusiasm is all you need to try something new!
@durhamcastle @vanmildert1965
the future, too. Our motto, Non nobis solum – ‘Not for ourselves Mildert has 20 years’ experience in outreach and volunteering,
alone’ – captures our ethos. We strive to be a diverse community, @universitycollegeofficial which has driven a strong College ethos echoing our motto, @mildertmeansstudentsafety
and aim to provide a welcoming environment for all. @universitycollegedurham ‘Sic vos non vobis’ – ‘Not for yourselves’. Our six student- @vanmildertcollege
led projects work across County Durham, contributing over
We are a scholarly community, and have a programme 6,500 hours of volunteering annually. This closely aligns with
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of seminars, lectures, and events as part of our Student our commitment to environmental sustainability through
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Development Programme. We are proud of our student-led the student-led Green Committee, recognised with awards
outreach programme, Castle Community Action, which works regionally, nationally and internationally.
closely with the local community. We also actively promote the
mental health and wellbeing of all our College members. Our diverse range of 120 sports teams, clubs, committees, and
societies ensures that there are opportunities for everybody.
College facilities include an excellent library within the Castle In the arts, the flourishing Feather Theatre Company, College
walls, a bar, a gym, and a laundry. All undergraduate livers-in will Choir, and Big Band perform across the university regularly.
be based in fully-catered accommodation within the Castle walls, Our distinctive ‘Dimensions’ programme offers opportunities
or in our Moatside, Owengate, and Bailey Court blocks, all of for enrichment, which are complemented by lectures,
which are within a two minute walk of the Castle gates. Students seminars, and debates.
can dine together daily, as well as enjoy weekly formal dinners,
in the Castle Great Hall – a truly magnificent setting of which we Van Mildert College is centred around a beautiful lake, and
have the privilege to dine in. our spacious estate offers opportunities for lively, ambitious
Our Castle community extends events, while also providing a peaceful place for study and
At Castle, we take great pride in the achievements of our well beyond the students and relaxation. Facilities include music practice rooms and a Being a part of the Van
students. If your top priority is academic achievement and JCR; the cleaners, porters, recording studio, a bar and shop, study space in our libraries Mildert community has been
personal development, and you have a strong regard for your servery staff and college office and computer suite, a student-run gym, and the largest dining an absolute pleasure. I loved
mental health and wellbeing, we look forward to welcoming you are an integral and irreplaceable hall in the University. being involved with Outreach
to our community. part of college life. Their projects, giving back to the
warmth, humour and kindness local community, helping
never fail to make students feel others and working with
at home. like-minded people.
Jemima Oakey Annie Timms
Combined Honours Geography
in Social Sciences
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