New College Durham

Our £35 million campus offers an impressive range of buildings, facilities and resources to give you a modern and stimulating learning environment, complemented by the most up to date learning materials, IT facilities and resources. Our mission is to provide outstanding learning and training for individuals, business and the community.

New College Durham does not own any halls of residence however in Durham there is a wide range of accommodation options.

Private Halls of Residence
There are several private halls of residence in Durham City that provide a range of accommodation options like bedsits, individual flats or shared facilities.  Prices start from £105.00 per week.

Private Rented Accommodation 
Most private rented accommodation in Durham is provided by private landlords or landlord consortiums. Prices can range from £70 per week upwards.  Some landlords include certain bills in their rent, for example water rates.  All landlords in the private rented sector in Durham will charge a refundable deposit (this is normally equivalent to one month’s rent).

Homestay Accommodation
The College works with a private provider to facilitate homestay accommodation.  This option is mainly for students who are under 18. Please note that most homestay accommodation is a bus journey from the College.

Our £35 million campus offers an impressive range of buildings, facilities and resources to give you a modern and stimulating learning environment. You will find everything you need in our spacious, state-of-the-art college buildings, complemented by the most up to date learning materials, IT facilities and resources. 

As well as being a great place to study, it is also a great place to socialise and catch up with friends.  We have a hair and beauty salon, gym, dance studio and multipurpose sports hall, shops, restaurants, and even a Starbucks and Costa Coffee.

Durham City is located in the North East of England. It is a city that is rich in heritage with a deep rooted tradition as a centre for learning. The region is also rich in history, with a Roman heritage, and medieval castles set in magnificent scenic countryside. Nearby there is a spectacular coastline which is easily accessible.

The skyline of Durham city is dominated by Durham Cathedral, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered to be one of the best examples of a Norman cathedral anywhere in the world. Durham Castle, which is also a World Heritage Site, sits alongside the cathedral.

Durham is the home of the third oldest, and one of the most prestigious universities in England. The presence of a large student body makes the city student friendly and it is also considered to be a safe city. The city has numerous cafes, restaurants, bars and independent boutiques, nestled alongside some well-known high-street stores.