East Durham College - Full Time Prospectus 2025/26
School Leavers’ Career Guide
& Full Time
Vocational Courses
Academic Year 2025/2026
5 GOOD OFSTED inspections in a row 2008, 2014, 2018, 2021, 2024
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96% STUDENTS RATED TEACHING AS GOOD OR BETTER
30 subject areas to choose from across our sites VOCATIONAL
99%-100% PASS RATE A-LEVEL for the last 9 years
(Students taking 3 or more subjects)
300+ APPRENTICES
Outstanding features in Ofsted inspection 2024 - Personal Development and Behaviour & Attitudes £££ Invested on new facilities and equipment, with more to come
Different universities EDC students have gone to in the last 10 years Including Oxford & Cambridge
Tailor-made courses
Our courses are tailored to meet the individual needs of every student. All you need to do is apply for the subject area of your choice and we will work out the right level for you using your predicted and/or actual GCSE and other qualification results.
Maths and English are essential subjects, so if you missed out on gaining a GCSE 9 to 4 grade at school these subjects will also be studied alongside your main course qualification.
Throughout this guide you will find lots of information about the course areas we offer, different career options and important facts about employment in different industries. If you want to find out more information about the individual course qualification, please visit our website.
Our full time study programme courses may also be available to study on a part-time basis if you are aged 18 or over on 31st August. Subject to eligibility, they may also be free for adults too or a student loan may be available. Please check with Student Services for more details.
At East Durham College we believe that excellent campus facilities are essential in providing the support and resources required to make the most of your studies with us. That’s why we continue to invest in campus developments, such as our manufacturing cleanroom lab, mock-hospital ward and canteen area.
g 220-producing and receiving theatre with a brand new lighting system
g New production studio, professional vocal booth, and green screen studio kitted out with the latest technology, including RCF sound system and industry-spec software
g Two Mac editing suites
g Large fully-equipped construction skills workshops
g Commercial training restaurant, The Grove
g Two industry-standard commercial training kitchens
g Industry-standard commercial beauty salon
g Lee Stafford Education hairdressing academy salon
g Art studio
g Science laboratories
g Mock-hospital and care ward
g Manufacturing cleanroom lab
g Childcare lecture theatre
g High-tech digital suite, including top-spec gaming PCs packed with the latest tech, plus Xbox Series X consoles, VR headsets, drones and advanced video cameras
g Travel agency (EDC Travel)
g State-of-the-art teaching and learning areas
g Well-equipped learning resources centre and IT suites
g Positive Steps Childcare Nursery
g College canteen and coffee shopWe Proudly Serve Starbucks® Coffee
g ATM cash machine
g All-weather floodlit 3G pitch
g 500-seat sports hall
g Fitness suite and gymfree of charge for all students
g Specialist boxing gym
g Physiotherapy treatment room
g Dance studio
g Four full-sized football pitches
g Hand fitting and maintenance, machining, fabrication and welding engineering workshops, including a full suite of lathes and a vertical milling machine, plus 10 welding bays with MIG, TIG and MMA facilities plus a virtual welding training system
g NEIoT engineering and manufacturing suite
Cleanroom lab
CommercialBeautySalon
Digital Suite
Commercial Hair Salon
Specialist Boxing Gym
Canteen Area
Recording Studio
The Lubetkin Theatre
500-Seat Sports Hall
Simulation Hospital & Care Ward
NEIoT Renewable Energy Suite
Painting & Decorating Workshop
Carpentry Workshop
Commercial Training Restaurant, The Grove
The Technical Academy is a 37,000 sq. ft. bespoke facility on Peterlee’s South West Industrial Estate. The Technical Academy is a true centre of excellence in construction-related and motor vehicle training, ensuring you are job-ready to take advantage of the skills gaps and high number of job vacancies in these industries.
g Specialist electro-technical workshop with 11 training bays
g Mock automotive garage with three hydraulic car lifts
g Electric vehicle training suite with Toyota Auris Hybrid & Nissan Leaf training rigs
g Fully-equipped renewable energy technologies suite
g Bespoke plumbing and heating workshop
g Baxi training workshop
g Classrooms
g IT suite
g Learning resources area
g Catering hatch
g Social space
Electrical Workshop
Home to East Durham College’s new North East Institute of Technology facilities and high-tech equipment.
Renewable Energy Suite
Nissan Leaf Training Rig
Toyota Auris Hybrid Training Rig
Plumbing & Heating Engineering Workshop
Electrical Workshop
It’s official. Houghall is now the region’s largest specialist land-based college.
Houghall Campus Has Been Awarded Multi-Million
Pound Government Funding
Houghall has been awarded multi-million pound funding to enable the next ambitious phase of the college’s redevelopment.
Due to open in September 2026, the project will see the building of a substantial, purpose-built teaching and learning facility at the main campus site. It will include classroom space, science labs, refectory, improved social spaces, and dedicated space for Higher Education courses, the Students’ Union, the Careers Advice team, 14-16 provision and SEN offer.
East Durham College’s Houghall Campus, in Durham, is the region’s largest specialist land-based college and has benefited from massive investment in its facilities and resources over recent years. The 476-acre site boosts many unique facilities such the small animal care centre, agricultural centre and stunning equine complex. And there’s more to come, with a multi-million pound building project starting very soon!
g 476-acre estate with working farm
g Purpose-built small animal care centre housing a range of small mammals, reptiles and aquatics
g Commercial dog grooming salon
g Specialist veterinary nursing training facilities
g 22-bay dog kennel unit
g Dog agility and walking area
g Agricultural centre with pig unit and cattle unit with forage store, plus a sheep unit
g Stunning equine centre with 28 stables, training workshops, tack room, £100k Racewood Eventer simulator, an all-weather menage and an internationalstandard 40m x 40m indoor arena
g Dedicated higher education area - The Hive
g Science laboratories
g NEIoT agricultural suite
g £100k TenStar tractor simulator
g Recently refurbished and upgraded arboriculture and land-based engineering workshops
g Specialist arboretum & pinetum
g Floristry studios
g Well-equipped learning resources centre
g IT suites
g College refectory - The Mix
g Starbucks® Coffee Bar
g Social & informal break-out learning space
g Sports pitches
Houghall Campus - Accessibility
Our Houghall Campus is committed to providing a supportive and welcoming environment for all our students. The campus, some of which is over 80 years old, has seen significant recent investment. However, there are still some aspects of the site which are not fully accessible and would cause an issue for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users; due to the nature of the site, adjustments may not always be reasonable at this stage. The recently announced award we will receive from the the Department for Education’s £1.5bn FE Capital Transformation Fund will help to address accessibility in the near future. If you have limited mobility or are a wheelchair user and wish to undertake a course with us, please contact Student Services on 0191 375 4710 to discuss your needs and options.
The Houghall redevelopment was officially opened by HRH The Princess Royal on 13th January 2017.
Equine Centre
Science Labs
Kennels
Cattle Unit
Agricultural Centre
Dog Agility
40x40m Indoor Equine Arena Lizard Workshop
HOUGHALL
£100k TenStar Tractor Simulator
£100k Racewood Eventer Simulator
Getting to college is easy!!
Alongside the numerous Arriva, Go North East and Stagecoach services, the college also provides its ED Services, in partnership with Arriva, making it super easy to get into college and back home.
Free travel
And to make things even easier, during term time you just need to show your EDC student ID badge to be able to jump on any Arriva or ED Service to travel for free!!
If you need to use a Go North East or Stagecoach service to get to college, due to where you live, you can claim the cost back if you qualify for our student bursary financial support.
Student benefits and financial support
If your household income is less than £50,000 per year you may qualify for:
FREE meals
You may be entitled to a meal on the days that you are timetabled to attend college. This is allocated to your student ID card and is accessible via our cashless system, making it really easy for you to get your free meal.
FREE uniform, kit and equipment
As part of your course, you may be required to purchase kit and equipment, but the good news is, subject to eligibility, this may be FREE.
Free bus service
We’ve teamed up with Arriva to give you free bus rides to college and home again. Just show your college ID badge to jump on any Arriva bus or ED service during term time, Monday to Friday. In addition to accessing the Arriva Network and ED bus services, bursary students can claim back the cost of travel with other public transport providers such as Go North East or Stage Coach.
Plus...
g Free childcare (eligibility criteria applies) and on-site nursery, Positive Steps
g Free gym membership (£5 one-off induction charge)
g Free printing (Monthly credit limit applies)
g Free parking
g Free Wi-Fi
Free Software
No need to buy expensive Microsoft software once you join EDC, as our students receive a free copy of Microsoft Office for use on up to 5 devices (saving you £59.99 per year).
PayMyStudent Portal
Financial bursary support is subject to various eligibility criteria and successful application for support via our PayMyStudent portal. You will be provided full details on how to apply when you enrol.
For full details, please contact our Student Services Finance Team on 0191 518 8211.
Please note: The above financial support is based on the academic year 2024/25 and may be subject to change for 2025/26.
Student life
Enrichment
We want you to get the very most from your time with us; that means amazing lessons, superb teachers and of course getting the results you want.
But we know student life is about so much more than that. It’s about developing new skills, meeting new friends, offering opportunities that you might not otherwise have had and preparing you for the world of work.
g Take part in numerous enrichment activities
g Join one of our sport academies
g Benefit from group tutorial and one-to-one support
g Take part in industrial placements and/or enjoy work-related activities
g Develop employability skills
g Get support with job/university applications and interview preparation
Expert advice and guidance
g Take part in enterprise projects & charity events
g Become a class rep or even the Students’ Union President
g Gain valuable new skills, as well as helping others, when you take part in our award winning annual Community Action Project
Giving you all the help you need every day at college is one of the most important things we do here. Whether it’s applications for financial support, confidential counselling or advice on courses and career opportunities, we’re here for you.
We’ve been awarded the Matrix Quality Standard for our information, advice and guidance services across the college. So you can rest easy knowing you’ll get the best support and advice. Our staff are really friendly, experienced and always here to help.
We offer an extensive programme of careers guidance and support throughout the year. If you’d like to speak to our professional and highly experienced careers advisors, please email CareersAdvisor@eastdurham.ac.uk or call 0191 518 8282 and they will be happy to arrange an appointment with you.
Student support
We want every student to have an inspiring, enjoyable and successful experience with us. Our wide-ranging Student Support Services give you the help and guidance you need to get the most out of your time at College.
These include:
g Progression coach pastoral support.
g Additional support for learners who have physical difficulties, sensory impairments (deaf, hard of hearing, blind and visually impaired), dyslexia, and learning disabilities.
g In-house professional counselling service.
g Study support including extra support with maths and English. Plus, our Learner Resources Centre staff are on hand to provide help with study skills, research and accessing thousands of resources.
g Assistive technology equipment, software and training.
JOIN ONE OF THE REGION’S LEADING SPORTS ACADEMIES
Our Sport Performance centres include football, basketball, boxing, cricket, dance and rugby. They are open to any students studying on a full-time course at our Peterlee sites.
Our Sports Academies - AKA Team East Durham - are all about giving you the opportunity to go further in a sport of your choice or just to keep fit and have fun.
Our coaching staff are amongst the most highly qualified in the region, having gained vast experience from their own playing days, such as UEFA-qualified coaches and former Sunderland AFC defender Darren Holloway, former Sunderland AFC/Dundee FC and current Darlington FC striker Andrew Nelson, UEFA A licenced coach Ian Raine and UEFA B licenced coach Jack Slatcher.
TURNOVER TO
FIND OUT
ALL ABOUT OUR EXCITING JERMAIN DEFOE FOOTBALL ACADEMY!!
Sports Facilities Include:
g All-weather floodlit 3G pitch
g 500-seat sports hall
g Fitness suite and gymfree of charge for all students
g Specialist boxing gym
g Physiotherapy treatment room
g Dance studio
g Four full-sized football pitches
PETERLEE
Elevating winners both on and off the pitch
LOVE FOOTBALL?
Then you’re in the right place! At the Jermain Defoe Football Academy at EDC, we’re all about elevating winners just like you, both on and off the field.
Designed in association with legendary striker Jermain, our JD Academy is a fantastic learning environment for both male and female talented young footballers aged 16-18. You’ll be supported by our dedicated team every step of the way, ensuring you reach your full potential as both a footballer and a student.
ON THE FIELD
Take Part in Up To 8 Hours, Per Week, UEFA-Licensed Football CoachingOur team of coaches are all qualified to a minimum UEFA-B license.
Alongside this, Jermain will be running masterclass sessions throughout the year.
Performance Analysis - As a player in the Academy, you’ll gain access to GPS trackers, supported by PlayerData and Match Analysis provided by VEO cameras.
Strength & Conditioning - You’ll begin the year with fitness testing, just like the professionals. We’ll use this to develop a strength and conditioning programme specifically for you, developing your robustness, strength and power.
Physiotherapy & Nutrition - Throughout your time at college you’ll have access to free physio, as well as nutritional guidance to help fuel your performance.
FREE Adidas Kit - Represent the JD Academy with our exclusive Adidas kit.
OFF THE FIELD
Study Programme Options - Study a Level 2 or 3 Sports Coaching & Development Course. Depending on your academic grades at school, you’ll be enrolled as a dual student at EDC studying a sports coaching programme.
Work Experience - Get real, authentic experience of the working world as part of your course, developing your knowledge and employability skills even further.
Industry Insight - Throughout the year, you’ll have the opportunity to gain an insight into a variety of careers from a range of guests speakers and trips, helping to better understand your options such as sport development, psychology, coaching and more.
Check out pages 58-59 for more details about studying sport and the future career options.
OTHER BENEFITS
Play & Compete - Regular games against other colleges and in competitive leagues ensure you’ll put your training into practice.
Access to Premier League & Academy Grounds - With trips to Wembley and other stadiums/clubs included, you’ll see exactly what it’s like to be a pro.
Contacts within the Professional GameJermain’s contacts within the industry mean you could have access to talent scouts and other professional coaches throughout your time at EDC.
Termly Rewards - Perform well academically and with your sports performance and earn some exciting rewards!
FREE Gym Access - Use our on-site gym, Impact Health & Fitness, whenever you want for FREE!
GOING HIGHER
We want you to love your time at college, but we’re always thinking about your next steps too! Everything we do as part of the JD Academy is with this in mind; we want to help you progress your skills, academic abilities and your character to get you to amazing places when you leave EDC.
HIGHER EDUCATION - Our Level 3 course is a proven route to move on to university and study degrees such as Sports Coaching. Sport Science, Sport Development, Physical Education & Physiotherapy.
EMPLOYMENT/APPRENTICESHIPSWith the right attitude and commitment to developing your skills and academic abilities, you could move directly into employment in roles such as a Sports Coach, Sport Development Officer, Health & Wellbeing Professional or a Fitness Instructor..
USA FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIPS -
We’ll support you in progressing your football career by exploring scholarship opportunities in the United States with you.
LEAP (Learn, Explore, Achieve, Progress)
‘Unsure what you want to do at college and for a career...’
Education can be personalised. Not all students are sure of their career destinations. If this is you, and you are aged 16 to 18, this course might be the answer you have been looking for. You will take part in a personalised study programme and gain the necessary qualifications and work skills/ tasters in vocational areas you need to move towards your chosen future career path. Running at both Houghall and Peterlee Campuses. For further information, please contact us on 0191 518 8202.
The Prince’s Trust - Team Programme
The Prince’s Trust Team is a 12-week personal development training programme of which runs at both our Peterlee Campus and our Houghall Campus in Durham.
If you’re unemployed and aged between 16 and 25, Team will help you to meet new people, gain new practical skills and experience and secure some valuable qualifications. And it won’t affect your benefits. If you join Team, you’re in for a treat. You’ll kick start with a residential trip to get to know everyone one else in the group a bit better. There usually around 10 to a maximum of 15 in a group.
Later down the line, you’ll also make a difference in your community by taking on your own project. From regenerating a garden to creating a short film to inspire people to make a change, you’ll do everything from planning, fundraising and rolling up your sleeves to get the job done.
Boost your confidence and gain all this with Team!
Spend a week at a residential activity centre
Undertake special projects based in the local community
Complete a two-week work placement
Participate in a team challenge involving caring for others
Learn the importance of teamwork
Meet new people and improve teamwork and communication skills
Stage a team presentation
Get help with your CV and interview skills to help you get ahead
Gain a recognised qualification.
Team runs several times throughout the year, so please contact us and register your details if you’d like to find out more or take part.
Lee Stafford College of the Year 2022
Vocational pathway to higher education
Studying many of our level 3 vocational courses will give you the UCAS points you need to progress into higher education (HE). Plus, you’ll also gain loads of practical experience that HE providers are looking for. Of course you can also study A-levels with us at ED6. Here’s a small sample of successful vocational students who recently progressed onto university.
Benjamin D.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Manufacturing Engineering
Achieved: D*D*D (160 UCAS points)
HE Progression: Mechanical Engineering, Northumbria University
Elisha M.
C&G Level 3 Extended Diploma
Animal Management
Achieved: Distinction (144 UCAS points)
HE Progression: Animal Science, Newcastle University
Emily B.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Travel & Tourism Management
Achieved: D*DD (152 UCAS points)
HE Progression: Tourism Management, University of Sunderland
Gedediah B.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science
Achieved: D*D*D* (168 UCAS points)
HE Progression: Biochemistry, Hull University
Georgia B.
OCR Level 3 Media
Achieved: D* D* D* (168 UCAS points)
HE Progression: Higher Apprenticeship with The Northern Echo and Teesside Uni. She is now a junior journalist.
Kaja L.
OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3
Extended Diploma in Art & Design
Achieved: D*D*D (160 UCAS points)
HE Progression: Architecture, Kent University
Takudzwa M.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma Sport (Development, Coaching & Fitness)
Achieved: DDM (128 UCAS points)
HE Progression: Sport & Exercise (Applied Sport Science), Teesside University
“I’m delighted to inform you, that next month, I will be graduating with a First Class degree and Matthew with a 2:1 both in Zoology with Animal Behaviour (BSc Hons).
“Suffice to say, we are absolutely delighted with our marks! I want to thank you and the rest of the Houghall staff for everything you taught us in those two years on our Animal Care Extended Diploma.
“It only reinforces the fact that the A-Level route isn’t everything!”
Email received from former animal care students Jessica Baggott and Matthew Chapman, Bangor University
Jessica and Matthew at graduation
North East Institute of Technology
East Durham College has been approved to operate as part of the North East Institute of Technology (NEIoT), one of only 12 such institutes in the country.
The College is proud to be part of the NEIoT which focuses on advanced manufacturing and engineering, construction and digital higher level training.
East Durham College will provide enhanced training in construction and advanced manufacturing alongside our programmes to develop the higher level technical skills employers need. We will provide industry-standard training facilities and expert training in electric and hybrid vehicles, mechatronics, pneumatics and robotics, as well as the digital skills required for precise food production within agriculture.
A-levels at East Durham 6th Form
Study in small sixth form classes with personalised teaching, support and guidance, while taking advantage of our large college resources and facilities. It’s really the best of both worlds.
With other sixth forms reducing their teaching hours to four hours, we’re still offering a full five hours per subject per week. Over the course of a year, this makes a huge difference.
We’ve got outstanding pass rates and high grades to show for it too, with recent ED6 students’ university destinations including Oxford, Cambridge, Durham, Edinburgh, Newcastle and many more!
A-level Choices
Accounting
Biology
Business Studies
Chemistry
Computer Science
Economics
English Language
English Literature
Fine Art
French
Geography
Graphic Design
History
Law
Mathematics
Further Mathematics
Media Studies
Music
Photography
Physical Education
Physics
Politics
Psychology
Sociology
Plus T Level in Science
To request a copy of our A-level prospectus please call Student Services or visit the website.
Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is a paid job where the apprentice employee learns and gains valuable skills and experience.
Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least six hours of their working week completing learning which leads to a nationally recognised qualification - some apprentices will attend college to undertake this learning.
Following your apprenticeship you might continue working for your employer or go on to higher education at college or university. Many employers support the progression of apprentices from level 2 right up to degree level 7.
You’ll feel the rewards in your pocket too. You will earn a wage and have some of the same benefits as full time members of staff, including holiday pay. The cost of the training is covered by your employer or the government, so no student loans are required whilst studying as an apprentice.
We offer the following Apprenticeship Standards:
g Arboriculture
g Bricklaying
g Business Administration
g Carpentry & Joinery
g Customer Services
g Early Years
g Engineering & Manufacturing
g Equine
g Golf Greenkeeping
g Health & Social Care
g Horticulture
g Human Resource Support
g Improvement Technician / Supervisor
g LEAN Manufacturing
g Landbased Service Engineering
g Metal Fabrication
g Operations/Departmental Manager
g Science Manufacturing
g Sports Turf
g Teaching Assistant
g Team Leader / Supervisor
To find out more information or to apply for an Apprenticeship, please call the Apprenticeship Team on 0191 518 5508 or email apprenticeships@eastdurham.ac.uk
T Levels at EDC
Exciting news!! T Levels started at East Durham College in September 2022. T Levels are a new level 3 qualification after GCSEs that will take your future to the next level.
Welcome To The Next Level
T Levels mark a revolution in technical education. T Levels are the gold standard technical option for young people at 16-19, increasing the status of technical and vocational study. They give young people the knowledge and practical experience they need to pursue a skilled profession - and because they have been designed in partnership with business, give employers the skills they need.
The new qualification bringing classroom and work placement together. Giving you the knowledge and skills employers need. T Level is equivalent to 3 A Levels, with 80% classroom 20% industrial placement (at least 45 days).
Our T Level Offer - The Next Level Qualification
We have carefully selected the sectors below, which are all skills priorities in the jobs market right here in the North East.
Agriculture (Livestock)
Animal Behaviour / Animal Science
Arboriculture (Trees & Woodland)
Building Services Engineering for Construction
(Specialising in Electrotechnical Engineering OR Plumbing & Heating)
Catering
Digital Support Services
Education & Childcare
Engineering, Manufacturing Processing & Control
(Specialising in Fitting & Assembly Technologies OR Fabrication & Welding Technologies)
Health
Landbased Engineering
Maintenance Installation & Repair for Engineering & Manufacturing (Light & Electric Motor Vehicle Pathway)
Marketing
Media, Broadcast & Production
Science
Future Career Opportunities
• Animator
• Architect
• Art director
• Artist
• Cartoonist
• Ceramics
• Copywriter
• Costume designer
• Craft artist
• Creative designer, manager, director
• Event planner
• Fashion designer
• Fine artist
• Gallery curator
• Glass worker
• Graphic designer
• Illustrator
• Interior designer
• Jewellery designer
• Journalist
• Photographer
• Project manager
• Sculptor
• Self-employed
• Social media content creator
• Tattoo artist
• Teacher/lecturer
• Video game designer
• Videographer
• Web designer
+6.1%
Predicted Sector Job Growth
(Artistic, Literary and Media 2024-2033)
Student Success
Hayley Chalmers went on to study for a degree in automotive design at Coventry University and now works as a Creative Designer at SAIC Motors, a Fortune Global 100 company, at their Londonbased studio.
PETERLEE CAMPUS
Art & Design
An industry with prospects
Our creative industries are a true British success story. They drive economic growth - contributing £108 billion in 2021 to the UK economy and employing over 2.3 million people in every corner of the country. Creative industries employ an estimated 58,000 right here in the North East. The highest concentration of people working in the creative or cultural industry is in London but cities like Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds also provide many opportunities.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated creative environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of
pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Cutting-edge resources
Studying in a department where cutting-edge technologies sit alongside traditional methods, art and design students are provided the opportunity to work with a variety of media including drawing, painting, 3D modelling, digital photography, textiles, printing, life drawing and mixed media.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to the likes of the Baltic Centre, Laing Galley and Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level 3 art and design students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as digital design and advertising, multimedia journalism, visual effects and model making, and many more.
Catherine Rhodes, a former Easington Academy pupil and successful EDC beauty therapy student secured a sort after job at the highly prestigious Seaham Hall Temple Spa as a massage therapist.
Former student Sophie Brown now works as a therapist at Ramside Hall and recently visited the college to deliver a masterclass to the current students. She is competing in the British Association of Beauty Therapy & (BABTAC)Cosmetology awards.
An industry with prospects
The hair and beauty treatment industry in the UK generated £4.4 billion in 2022. The growth rate was 35% and the industry is expected to continue growing for the next five years. And according to data gathered in 2022 by the Office for National Statistics, there were 53,435 beauty and hairdressing businesses operating in the UK with 2,215 right here in the North East.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in the beauty industry. We offer a dedicated creative environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning
experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities, and our beauty salons are no exception.
Professional salon resources
The beauty salons are fitted with the latest equipment including spray tanning, LED Deesee Promask and diamond microdermabrasion. We also have excellent links with Dermalogica, Priadora Skincare, P.Louise, Strictly Professional and other leading cosmetics companies, ensuring our students are experienced in using professional salon products.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work
experience placements, trips to the likes of P.Louise Makeup Academy in Manchester, enrichment activities such as competing at the AHT regional and national finals and Worldskills UK, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
Discover and apply for beauty therapy
Scan to watch our beauty therapy courses video and check out our amazing facilities!
Andy Waterstone and Andy Hughes, former Hetton School pupils and East Durham College construction students, ran their own successful building business, Rated Construction Ltd.
An industry with prospects
Construction is one of the UK’s largest industries with hundreds of different job roles and over two million employees. The industry has continued to report skills shortages, with incredibly high demand for bricklayers, which can make it a very well-paid role for those with the right skills and approach to work. According to jobs website Reed, the average salary for a bricklayer in the UK is £51,273.
Attributes to get you work-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to progress into your dream job in construction. We offer a dedicated construction workshop environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of
pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Industry resources
The college’s construction and engineering centre of excellence houses a large well-equipped brick workshop, with a range of tools and materials. Wellappointed classrooms and computer facilities provide a link between the practical and knowledge-based aspects of the course.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, trips to real construction sites, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice
A proven pathway into sought after apprenticeships
A large number of our level 2 students progress onto highly prized bricklaying apprenticeships with a range of prestigious local employers, including Ajay Brickwork, Buildroute Ltd, Gleeson Homes, T. Manners & Sons Ltd, Total Construction North East and MGM Construction.
Discover and apply for brick
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Future Career Opportunities
• Accountant
• Banking assistant
• Brand manager
• Business administrator, manager
• Business analyst
• Business start-up, owner
• Careers advisor
• Civil service administrator
• Copywriter
• Credit controller
• Customer service advisor, coordinator
• Economic development officer
• Entrepreneur
• Event planner
• Finance manager
• HR assistant, manager
• Import/export
• Insurance broker
• Journalist
• Logistics
• Marketing coordinator, manager
• Office manager
• Operations manager
• Personal assistant
• Project manager
• Research development manager
• Retail manager
• Sales executive, manager
• Social media content creator
• Teacher/lecturer
+4.4%
Predicted Sector
Job Growth (Business, Media and Public Service Professionals Nationally 2024-2033)
Creating Outstanding Futures
PETERLEE CAMPUS
Business
Apprenticeships: Business Administration, Customer Services, Human Resource Support
Direct Entry: *Grade 4 in Maths or English, **Inc. Maths & English.
Student Success
Declan Wild won the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy Student of the Year Winner 2022. Declan was presented with his award by Levi Roots who became a multimillionaire following the success of his ‘Reggae Reggae Sauce’ brand which Peter Jones invested in through the BBC’s Dragons’ Den show.
The business world is your oyster
Our business course will enable you to explore your entrepreneurial spirit, along with the fundamental business disciplines. A business qualification is adaptable across a wide range of sectors and industries, leading to exciting opportunities within logistics, sales, marketing, management, retail, customer service and much more.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by our awardwinning lecturer who will share her wealth of knowledge and expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job or set up your own business. You will gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus
to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Set up your very own business start-up!
Our unique approach to business training focuses on learning by doing. Supporting and encouraging students to realise their ambitions and to turn their business dreams into reality. As part of the course, students must set up and run their own micro business and we are here to support and guide you every step of the way.
Not
just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university or an apprenticeship
Every year a number of our business students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as business and accounting, marketing, events management, and many more. Also, did you know business and admin was the second most popular apprenticeship area, in the UK in 2021/22, with 77,000 starts? So, there’s a huge opportunity to progress onto an apprenticeship if that’s your preferred route.
Direct Entry: *Inc. min Grade 2 in Maths or English
Student Success
Regan Blakemore successfully completed Level 1 and 2 Carpentry & Joinery, before he went on to secure a coveted apprenticeship with T. Manners & Sons Ltd, the oldest familyowned Construction Company in North East England. Working in their specialist joinery division, he’s been impressing bosses with his craft skills and professionalism.
An
industry with prospects
Construction is one of the UK’s largest industries with hundreds of different job roles and over two million employees. The industry has continued to report skills shortages, with high demand for carpenters and joiners, which can make it a well-paid role for those with the right skills and approach to work. According to jobs website Reed, the average salary for a carpenter in the UK is £38,181.
Attributes to get you work-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to progress into your dream job in construction. We offer a dedicated construction workshop environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of
pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Industry resources
The college’s construction and engineering centre of excellence houses a large well-equipped carpentry and joinery workshop, with a range of tools and materials including a range of modern power tools such as DEWALT plunge saws, Paslode first and second fix nails guns, laser levels and loads more high-end equipment.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practice skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, trips to real construction sites, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway into sought after apprenticeships
A large number of our level 2 students progress onto highly prized carpentry and joiner apprenticeships with a range of prestigious local employers, such as T. Manners & Sons Ltd and CF Joinery as well as with many more self-employed carpenters who are really keen to help train the talent of the future.
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• Child psychotherapist
• Children activities leader
• Childminder
• Community education coordinator
• Counsellor
• Creche assistant
• Early years practitioner, educator
• Family support worker
• Health visitor
• Learning mentor
• Midwife
• Nanny
• Nurse
• Nursery nurse
• Nursery assistant, manager
• Paediatric nurse
• Play therapist
• Playgroup worker, supervisor
• Primary school teacher
• SEND teaching assistant, teacher
• Social worker
• Speak and language therapist
• Support worker
• Teacher/lecturer
• Teachers of deaf children and young people
• Teaching assistant
• Youth worker
PETERLEE CAMPUS
Childcare & Education
+3.1%
Predicted Sector
Job Growth (Child & Early Years Officer 2024-2033)
Apprenticeships: Early Years, Teaching Assistant
Direct Entry: * Individual circumstances will be considered **Inc. Maths or English. ***Inc. Maths & English. All care courses require DBS clearance.
The Department for Education estimates that nursery settings will need an extra 40,000 staff by September 2025 due to the expansion of government-funded hours for babies and toddlers. Explore exciting job roles
£1,000 incentive to work in childcare
By September 2025, all eligible pre-school children of working parents, from the age of nine months, will be able to access 30 hours/week of childcare during term time. Thousands of extra nursery workers and childminders are needed, as the expansion of funded hours begins, and the government is offering a £1,000 cash incentive to encourage people to work in the sector.
A rewarding industry with prospects
Working with children and young people can be incredibly rewarding. It’s a role with a lasting impact, where you can contribute to their informative and continuing education, making a difference that will stay with them for life. You can work as part of a team, lead a team, or even become a childminder and be your own boss. Exciting job opportunities could be in the nursery, schools, colleges, healthcare, social services or community sectors.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in childcare. We offer a dedicated childcare environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience
that employers are looking for. Level 2 and 3 students gain a licence to practice in early years or as a teaching assistant, with many gaining employment as a direct result of their industry placement.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Cutting-edge resources
You’ll have access to our new care setting simulation ward, kitted out with hospital-grade equipment, to ensure you are familiar with the kind of equipment you will encounter working in the sector. Plus, our childcare lecture theatre and simulated nursery room, attached to our onsite nursery, allows students to observe child development by watching, listening, documenting and analysing children as they explore, play and learn.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant
your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level 3 childcare students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as childcare studies, nursing, primary education, and many more.
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Future Career Opportunities
• AI developer
• App developer
• CCTV operator
• Cloud system engineer
• Computer programmer
• Computer scientist
• Cyber security
• Database administrator
• Data architect
• Games designer, developer
• Graphic designer
• IT support specialist
• IT security specialist
• IT technician, manager
• Helpdesk technician
• Java solutions architect
• .NET developer
• Network engineer
• Operations manager
• Paid search manager
• PHP developer
• Project manager
• Security analyst, engineer
• SEO specialist
• Software tester/developer
• Systems analyst, developer
• Teacher/lecturer
• VFX artist
• Website designer, developer
Student Success
After studying for a Level 3 Diploma in IT, Owen is now working as a successful Remote Software Engineer at Cosmic Horse.
The North East is home to more than 1,500 software and technology companies and one of the fastest-growing digital communities in the UK. Newcastle is one of five UK cities with over 10% of the population employed in digital tech. According to jobs website Reed, the average salary for a digital analyst or software developer in the UK is almost £50,000, with a JAVA engineer averaging over £70k!
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in IT. We offer a dedicated digital environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities, including
Cutting-edge
resources
Our specialist digital suite is a paradise for anyone interested in anything to do with computers! With high-spec gaming PCs packed with the latest tech plus Xbox Series X consoles, VR headsets, drones to fly, advanced video cameras and an amazing look for the room too, you’ll love studying here!
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
The electrical sector is a significant contributor to the UK economy, and its contribution is expected to grow as the country moves towards achieving net zero emissions. Many of the technologies needed to decarbonise will require talented electricians. According to jobs website Reed, the current average salary for an electrician in the UK is £40,604.
Attributes to get you work-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to progress into your dream job in electro-technology. We offer a dedicated workshop environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our facilities to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Industry-standard resources
The college’s Technical Academy is designed to simulate a realistic working environment for trainee electrical professionals. The centre includes a large electrical workshop area, training classroom, IT suite and social space. The electrical training bays are equipped with real wiring configurations, as well as all the specialist insulated tools and equipment trainee electricians need.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, trips, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway into soughtafter apprenticeships and jobs
A large number of our level 2 and 3 students progress onto highly prized electrical-based apprenticeships and jobs with employers such as Seawards, Harbro and Amey. Continuing your studies at university or on a degree apprenticeship are also options.
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Former student Lewis Wilkes progressed on to study a part-time BEng in Mechanical Engineering at Teesside University and now works as a Project Engineer at Salamander Pumps in Sunderland.
PETERLEE CAMPUS
Apprenticeships: Engineering & Manufacturing, LEAN Manufacturing, Metal Fabrication
Direct Entry: *Inc. Maths and English. **Inc Maths and English.
PROUD TO BE PART OF THE
An industry with prospects
The UK is an engineering powerhouse, with the profession generating up to an estimated £645bn to the economy annually – equivalent to 32% of the country’s economic output. More than 8 million people work in engineering in the UK, with 11% of all jobs in the North East being in the manufacturing sector. According to jobs website Reed, the current average salary for an application engineer is £51,987.
Attributes to get you work-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to progress into your dream job in engineering. We offer a dedicated engineering environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our facilities to ensure that EDC students have
access to the very best facilities and our engineering facilities are no exception.
Industry-standard resources
Our engineering workshops boast an array of equipment, including 3D printers, CAD machine, foot-operated guillotine cutter, lathe machines, power grinders, chop saws, thermal and oxidizing cutting apparatus. Additionally, our brand-new metal fabrication and welding workshops provide the perfect environment to master TIG, STICK, and MIG welding.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, trips, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway into soughtafter apprenticeships and jobs
A large number of our students progress onto highly prized engineering-based apprenticeships and jobs with employers such as Hydram Engineering, Katmex and Alaxander Battery Technologies. Continuing your studies at university or on a degree apprenticeship are also options, as well as our very own highlyregarded Level 4 qualifications.
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PETERLEE
Future Career Opportunities
• Barbershop assistant
• Barbershop junior stylist
• Barbershop stylist
• Colouring specialist
• Cruise liner stylist
• Hair salon receptionist/assistant
• Hair salon junior stylist
• Hair salon stylist
• Education
• Manager
• Sales rep
• Salon manager/owner
• Salon trainer/assessor
• Spa manager
• Self-employed barber
• Self-employed hairdresser
• Senior barber
• Senior hairstylist
• TV/film hairstylist
• Wedding hairstylist
Student Success
+4.0%
Predicted Sector Job Growth (Hairdressers & Related Services Nationally 2024-2033)
CAMPUS Hairdressing & Barbering
As featured in Hairdresser Journal and Concept Hair, Yasmin Ainsley won the very first Denman College Star Big Blowout Competition. She was up against over 500 other entries, winning the top prize of £1,000 and a fantastic equipment bundle for our hairdressing department too. Level 1 student Ceira Stobbs appeared on the HAIRCON stage, in Manchester, the premier trade event for the professional hair industry.
An industry with prospects
The hair and beauty treatment industry in the UK generated £4.4 billion in 2022. The growth rate was 35% and the industry is expected to continue growing for the next five years. According to data gathered in 2022 by the Office for National Statistics, there were 53,435 beauty and hairdressing businesses operating in the UK with 2,215 right here in the North East.
Join EDC and North East’s only Lee Stafford Academy
Our dedication to getting the very best out of our students is why we were selected by Lee Stafford, the renowned celebrity hairstylist, to become a Lee Stafford Education Academy. This means our students learn Lee’s unique hair cutting and styling techniques that are at the cutting edge of the industry, as well as receiving masterclasses from Lee and his academy ambassadors. Show these skills off to a potential employer and we can guarantee you’ll wow them and be highly likely to get the job.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities, and our hair salons are no exception.
Cutting-edge resources
At our Peterlee campus we have commercial hair salons filled with the latest equipment, including over 50 workstations, professional wall-mounted dryers, climazone processors and a funky photo booth to help show off your portfolio of work. Our salons are open to the public and students work on real clients to help perfect their skills.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop
at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, trips, enrichment activities such as competing at the AHT regional and national finals and Worldskills UK, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
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PROUD PARTNER COLLEGE
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Future Career Opportunities
• Accommodation warden
• Activities worker
• Carer, care escort
• Care home manager
• Child protection officer
• Cognitive behavioural therapist
• Communication development worker
• Community support and outreach worker
• Counsellor
• Dementia specialist coordinator
• Domiciliary care worker (home care)
• Education welfare officer
• End of life specialist coordinator
• Family support worker, mediator
• Health care assistant
• Inclusion officer
• Learning mentor
• Life coach
• Midwifery
• Nursing adult, child
• Occupational therapist
• Palliative care assistant
• Paramedic
• Personal assistant
• Physiotherapist
Creating Outstanding Futures
PETERLEE
CAMPUS
Health, Health Science & Social Care
+2.9%
Predicted Sector
Job Growth (Health & Social Care Associate Professionals Nationally 2024-2033)
• Public health officer, administrator
• Rehabilitation worker
• Social worker, senior care worker
• Specialist community nursing
• Support worker
• Teacher/lecturer, teaching assistant
• Welfare rights officer
• Youth worker
Student Success
Former health care student Lisa Ingold landed a full-time job at Abbotts Court Care Centre after impressing during her work placement as part of her course.
Apprenticeship: Health & Social Care
Direct Entry: *Inc. Maths or English. **Inc. Maths & English. All care courses require DBS clearance.
A rewarding career with prospects
16% of all the jobs in the North East are in the health sector, making it the largest employer in the region. And a staggering 1.54 million people currently work in the social care sector, and the sector is projecting another half a million jobs, and people needed to do them, by 2035.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in health and care. We offer a dedicated childcare environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Cutting-edge resources
You’ll have access to our new care setting simulation ward, kitted out with hospital-grade equipment to support your training in reading physiological measurements and providing high quality healthcare and recovery support. Resources include real hospital beds, hoists, organ mannequins and high-tech responsive and fully-weighted mannequins ensuring you’re familiar with the equipment and human conditions you’ll encounter working in the sector.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university Every year a number of our level 3 health care students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as social work, nursing and midwifery, occupational therapy, and many more. And, of course, many students choose to continue their education at EDC by joining our foundation degrees and HTQs.
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Student Success
Level 3 health care student Jasmine Daws was offered a place at five different universities and is now studying Midwifery at the University of Sunderland.
Former EDC media student, Willem Fisk-Nicholson won Silver at the WorldSkills UK National Finals 2023 in Manchester. He also went on to work as a production runner on BBC One’s Making It starring Sara Davies.
An industry with prospects
Our creative industries are a true British success story. They drive economic growth - contributing £108 billion in 2021 to the UK economy and employing over 2.3 million people in every corner of the country. Creative industries employ an estimated 58,000 right here in the North East. The highest concentration of people working in the creative or cultural industry is in London but cities like Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds also provide many opportunities.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated creative environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Cutting-edge resources
Following a £600,000 investment, in 2024, the college now boasts a state-of-the-art RCF sound system offering unparalleled clarity and immersion and a professional-grade vocal booth. And students can transport themselves to any location or scenario with our cuttingedge green screen studio. Not forgetting our Mac editing suites and software packages including Apple Logic, Avid ProTools, Final Cut Pro X, Premiere Pro and a host of Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career.
As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to the likes of the British Film Institute, radio stations and TV studios, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level 3 media students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as digital design and advertising, multimedia journalism, visual effects and model making, and many more.
as an HGV truck fitter in their north east heavy vehicles maintenance division.
Owen Sanderson now
Veolia
Direct Entry: *Inc. Maths and English. **Inc Maths and English.
An
industry with prospects
As new cars and commercial vehicles become more technologically advanced, the skills and knowledge of motor vehicle technicians and engineers need to become more complex and technical. Our courses ensure students get the right skills to succeed in this evolving industry.
Attributes to get you work-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to progress into your dream job in the motor industry. We offer a dedicated motor vehicle workshop environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our facilities to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Industry-standard resources
The college’s Technical Academy is designed to simulate a realistic working environment for trainee vehicle mechanic professionals. The centre includes a large motor vehicle workshop area, training classroom, IT suite and social space. Plus, a specialist suite with fully electric and hybrid training rigs.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, trips, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway into soughtafter apprenticeships and jobs
A large number of our level 2 and 3 students progress onto highly prized motor vehicle manitenance-based apprenticeships and jobs with employers such as main dealerships and the HGV sector. Continuing your studies at university or on a degree apprenticeship are also options.
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• Actor
• Arts administrator, manager
• Assistant theatre manager
• Band
• Choreographer
• Community arts worker
• Costume, props designer
• Cruise ship entertainer
• Dance teacher
• Dancer
• Director
• DJ
• Drama teacher
• Entertainer
• Events manager
• Light technician, engineer
• Journalist
• Music composer, songwriter
• Musician, singer
• PR, agent
• Primary education
• Private tuition
• Producer
• Roadie, crew
• Screenwriter
• Session musician
• Sound technician
• Teacher, lecturer
• Vocalist
• Voiceover artist
Student Success Future Career Opportunities
Former music student and talented songwriter, Isabel Maria holds the prestigious 2024 Alan Hull Award and was twice a UK Songwriting Contest finalist. She is now continuing her musical studies at Newcastle University.
Our creative industries are a true British success story. They drive economic growth - contributing £108 billion in 2021 to the UK economy and employing over 2.3 million people in every corner of the country. Creative industries employ an estimated 58,000 right here in the North East. The highest concentration of people working in the creative or cultural industry is in London but cities like Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds also provide many opportunities.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated creative environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Cutting-edge resources
Following a £600,000 investment, in 2024, the college now boasts a state-of-the-art RCF sound system offering unparalleled clarity and immersion and a professional-grade vocal booth. And students can transport themselves to any location or scenario with our cuttingedge green screen studio. Not forgetting our Mac editing suites and software packages including Apple Logic, Avid ProTools, Final Cut Pro X, Premiere Pro and a host of Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career.
As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to the likes of Amsterdam and Seville, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level 3 music students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as music, music technology, music therapy, journalism, and many more.
Direct Entry: *Inc. min Grade 2 in Maths or English.
An industry with prospects
Construction is one of the UK’s largest industries with hundreds of different job roles and over two million employees. The industry has continued to report skills shortages, with incredibly high demand for painter and decorators, which can make it a very well-paid role for those with the right skills and approach to work. According to jobs website Reed, the average salary for a painter and decorator in the UK is £33,736.
Attributes to get you work-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated construction workshop environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for or to enable you to progress directly into employment or to set up as self-employed.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us.
That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Industry resources
The college’s construction and engineering centre of excellence houses a dedicated facility for training in painting and decorating. There’s a large workshop, including individual work bays, to replicate rooms and real-life working situations, stocked with a range of modern equipment, including dustless sanding with extraction, and airless and HVLP spray equipment. Well-appointed classrooms and computer facilities provide a link between the practical and knowledgebased aspects of the course.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements,
talks from visiting industry experts, trips to real construction sites, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway into employment or becoming self-employed
The vast majority of our level 2 students progress into employment in the trade. A large number also set up their own businesses to meet the growing demand for qualified high-quality trades people.
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Former EDC student, Alex Bird, who achieved D*D*D on our Extended Diploma in Performing Arts, now works as a Senior Technician at The Fire Station arts venue in Sunderland.
An
industry with prospects
Our creative industries are a true British success story. They drive economic growth - contributing £108 billion in 2021 to the UK economy and employing over 2.3 million people in every corner of the country. Creative industries employ an estimated 58,000 right here in the North East. The highest concentration of people working in the creative or cultural industry is in London but cities like Newcastle, Manchester and Leeds also provide many opportunities.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated creative environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Cutting-edge resources
Following a £600,000 investment, in 2024, the college now boasts a state-of-the-art RCF sound system offering unparalleled clarity and immersion and a professional-grade vocal recording booth. Our 220-seat theatre has been upgraded with an enhanced lighting system. And students can transport themselves to any location or scenario with our cutting-edge green screen studio.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to the likes of Amsterdam and Seville, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level 3 performing and production arts students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees in performing arts, dance, drama, musical theatre, lighting or sound, and many more.
now works with the Corps of Royal Engineers in the British Army.
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An industry with prospects
The plumbing and heating sector is a significant contributor to the UK economy, and its contribution is expected to grow as the country moves towards achieving net zero emissions. Many of the technologies needed to decarbonise will require talented plumbing and heating engineers. According to jobs website Reed, the current average salary for an plumbing engineer in the UK is £39,749.
Attributes to get you work-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills, knowledge and behaviours to progress into your dream job in plumbing and heating. We offer a dedicated workshop environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions
of pounds into our facilities to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Industry-standard resources
The college’s Technical Academy is designed to simulate a realistic working environment for trainee plumbing and heating professionals. The centre includes a large workshop area, Baxi training suite, training classrooms, IT suite and social space.
Not
just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, trips, enrichment activities, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway into soughtafter apprenticeships and jobs
A large number of our level 2 and 3 students progress onto highly prized plumbing and heatingbased apprenticeships and jobs with employers such as LW Plumbing, Robertson Homes, and Overbury. Continuing your studies at university or on a degree apprenticeship are also options.
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An industry with prospects
In the past six years, hospitality in the UK has increased its annual economic contribution by £20 billion to £93 billion and attracted £7 billion worth of business investment in 2022. Employment in the sector now stands at approximately 3.5 million, making hospitality the third largest employer in the country.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated catering environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities and our catering training facilities are no exception.
Cutting-edge resources
Studying in our two fantastic, state-of-the-art commercial kitchens, you’ll be learning the ropes (and recipes!) from professional chefs with years of experience in the industry. Our stunning new bistro-style restaurant, The Grove, also provides you with front-of-house training ensuring you have both key sides of the industry nailed.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university Students who successfully complete the level 3 programme could progress on to university to study degrees such as hospitality management or professional
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PETERLEE
Future Career Opportunities
• Activities instructor
• Assistant sports development officer
• Community support and outreach worker
• Events manager
• Fitness/gym instructor
• Health and wellbeing officer
• Leisure centre assistant, manager
• Lifeguard
• Multi sports coach
• Nutritionist
• Outdoor centre manager
• PANCo (Physical Activity and Nutrition Coordinator)
• Performance coach
• Personal trainer
• Professional sports person
• Retail manager
• Sports and exercise psychologist
• Sports administrator
• Sports centre manager
• Sports data analyst
• Sports equipment sales rep
• Sports journalist, broadcaster
• Sports physiotherapist
• Sports rehabilitation manager
• Sports retail
• Sports therapist
• Strength and conditioning coach
• Teacher/lecturer
PETERLEE CAMPUS
LeisureSport, & Recreation
An industry with prospects
As well as the athletes, behind every sport and sporting event is an entire support industry comprising professions as diverse as coaches, journalists, photographers, physiotherapists, match officials, nutritionists, therapists, marketers and administrators. There were 61,218 sports and exerciserelated vacancies in the UK in the past year, with a projection of 5.56% growth over the next eight years.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in the world of sport. We offer a dedicated creative environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
The college has some of the best sports facilities and pitches in the North East. Our £6m sports centre, with its full-size floodlit 3G synthetic turf pitch, indoor sports arena, fitness gym and specialist boxing gym, is second to none.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career.
As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level
3 sport students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as sport and exercise, physiotherapy, sports science and many more. And of course, many students choose to stay on at EDC and join
foundation degree, which also provides the option to top-up to a full degree at the University of Sunderland.
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PETERLEE
Future Career Opportunities
• Airline customer service agent
• Airport security
• Business administrator, manager
• Cabin crew
• Customer service in hospitality
• Education and teaching
• Events/entertainment manager
• Ground handling agent
• Holiday resort rep
• Hospitality front of house
• Hotel receptionist
• Hotel manager
• Passenger services check-in
• Retail worker, manager
• Sales and marketing
• Senior cabin crew
• Teacher/lecturer
• Travel agent, supervisor
• Travel journalism
• Travel rep
• Tourism information advisor
• Visitor attraction welcome host
PETERLEE CAMPUS
Travel & Tourism
An industry with prospects
As a growth industry, travel and tourism offers a diverse range of job opportunities and career prospects. There are an estimated 1.4 million jobs related directly to tourism across the country, accounting for 5% of total UK employment.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their knowledge and expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in travel. Gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Real-world resources
East Durham College boasts its very own travel agency.
EDC Travel is a fully ABTAbonded travel agency set up in partnership with RWE. It provides students with valuable work
experience, helping to develop the necessary skills to secure employment in this exciting sector of the industry.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, enrichment activities, educational trips to the likes of York, Beamish, Whitby, Newcastle Airport and many more, plus personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university or apprenticeships
Every year a number of our level 3 students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as travel and tourism management, business, hospitality management, and many more. Or like Sophie (see opposite) you could opt for the apprenticeship route.
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Every year, our Uniformed Services students play a central role in organising and participating in the college’s annual Armistice Day remembrance service.
An industry with prospects
Our public services team aims to provide you with the skills, experience and knowledge that will enable you to develop a career in the uniformed and public services. These include the armed services (air force, army and navy) HM Customs and Excise, the Police, fire service, security service, prison service, rescue services and the coast guard.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated creative environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
At East Durham College, we strongly believe that providing excellent campus facilities is crucial in offering the necessary support and resources for you to maximize your learning experience with us. That’s why we continue to invest millions of pounds into our Peterlee Campus to ensure that EDC students have access to the very best facilities.
Learning outside the classroom
Lessons are classroom-based but the programme also includes a range of exciting practical outdoor activities such as mountain walking, orienteering, archery, mountain biking, caving, kayaking and canoeing. You will develop important skills, such as teamwork and leadership, and get the opportunity to use these in the field.
Not just a qualification
At East Durham College, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to the likes of a Royal Air Force base, naval ship, police departments, fire stations and a weeklong army base residential, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level 3 students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as professional policing, crime and investigation, law, history, sports coaching, politics and war studies, and many more.
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Former EDC agriculture student Michael Hogg went on to great success, despite not coming from a farming background. He received the award for Best Student in Agriculture at the Great Yorkshire Show and now works as a shepherd on a mixed farm in Barnard Castle.
An industry with prospects
The UK agriculture industry is made up of approximately 150,000 businesses – that’s 6% of all UK businesses – and over 600,000 people are employed in agricultural roles in the UK. The Institute of Agricultural Management’s survey 2024 found on average Farm Managers earn £59,695 and many also receive additional benefits such as farm vehicle use, housing and utility payments.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in agriculture. We offer a real working farm environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall, including our multi-million-pound agriculture centre, complete with commercial pig unit, cattle unit with six large pens and weighing machine, forage and grain storage.
Stunning livestock and high-tech resources
Put theory into practice as you learn to manage and care for our livestock and cereal farm enterprise. We champion sustainability and high animal welfare. The farm boasts a 150 head of beef cattle, over 700 sheep and our highly acclaimed small-scale pig breeding unit. The college recently invested £100k in a state-of-the-art TenStar tractor simulator.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university Students who successfully complete the level 3 programme could progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as agriculture with animal science, crop management or farm business management, and many more.
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HOUGHALL CAMPUS
An
industry with prospects
There are excellent job prospects, here in the UK and overseas, for individuals who are passionate about engineering. The high demand for skilled workers has created numerous career opportunities worldwide, particularly in large machinery dealerships located in the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their wealth of expertise. Gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for. Our programmes prepare apprentices to maintain a wide range of machinery, plant and equipment used in sectors such as agriculture, forestry and horticulture. In addition to perfecting maintenance techniques, apprentices conduct performance and emissions testing using advanced diagnostic tools to understand transmission systems and engine characteristics.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall, including our newly refurbished specialist engineering workshops, which are fully-equipped with a wide range of maintenance equipment, including diagnostic and testing systems.
High-tech resources
As a centre of excellence in agriculture engineering, our workshops are equipped with a range of welding facilities, including manual metal, ARC, oxyacetylene, MIG and TIG welders, as well as computer-aided design equipment and machinery management software.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as talks from visiting industry experts,
educational trips, enrichment activities, accessor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university For students who wish to pursue a higher education route, there are numerous opportunities available at prestigious institutions such as Newcastle University, Harper Adams University, Royal Agricultural University and Reading University with a range of degrees including agricultural engineering, automotive and agriculture with mechanisation.
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Future Career Opportunities
• Animal behaviour, care, grooming, handler, nutrition, science, training, welfare
• Countryside management
• Conservation
• Dog warden/walker
• Ecologist
• Education
• Environmental officer
• Farming
• Laboratory scientist
• Kennel, cattery, rescue centre
• Marine wildlife
• Nature reserve ranger
• Pet retail
• Police/enforcement animal units
• Researcher
• RSPCA officer
• Veterinary nurse
• Veterinary surgeon
• Zoologist
HOUGHALL CAMPUS
Animal ManagementCare, & Science
+5.6%
Predicted Sector
Job Growth
(Animal Care Nationally 2024-2033)
After studying at Houghall on a Level 3 Animal Care programme, Billy Blackford is now running his own successful dog walking business, in Hartlepool, called Man’s Best Friend.
Student Success
An industry with prospects
Prepare for a fulfilling career working with and caring for animals in a range of exciting job roles. The animal care industry is worth £1 billion to the UK economy and has 13,000 businesses, 78,000 employees, plus lots of volunteers too – ideal for work experience opportunities.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job. We offer a dedicated animal environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall, including our multi-million-pound small animal centre, complete with numerous specialist animal housing rooms, a commercial dog grooming salon and 22-bay kennels. Plus, final plans are in place for a new +£20m state-of-the-art learning centre which is due to open in 2026.
Over 70 animal species
Houghall is home to a diverse animal collection of over 70 domestic and exotic species. Put theory into practice as you learn to manage and care for our wide variety of species. You could work with invertebrates, reptiles, aquatics, exotics, and small mammals, as well as livestock at Houghall Farm and dogs in our kennels.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to zoos and wildlife parks, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university
Every year a number of our level 3 animal students successfully progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such
marine biology, zoology, and many more. Plus, a number continue their studies at Houghall on our very own degree programme ran in association with the University of Sunderland.
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Future Career Opportunities
• Animal/equine behaviour, care, groom, nutrition, science, training, welfare
• Riding instructor, Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) volunteer
• RSPCA officer
• Veterinary nurse
• Yard hand/manager
Our level 3 second-year students boast an impressive 100% high grades record and 100% BHS Care & Lunge pass rate!
HOUGHALL CAMPUS
+5.6%
Predicted Sector
Job Growth (Animal Care Nationally 2024-2033)
Extra qualifications our students can achieve: BHS Stage 1 & Stage 2 Care & Lunge
Apprenticeships: Equine Groom, Senior Equine Groom Direct Entry: *Inc. Maths or English. **Inc. Science, Maths & English.
Student Success
After completing her level 2, Jennifer Lavelle became an apprenticeship with Elwick Stud, Hartlepool, and gained her level 3 diploma at Houghall. She now works as an Assistant Manager at one of Britain’s leading racehorse trainers, Johnston Racing, in Middleham, North Yorkshire.
An industry with prospects
The UK has one of the highestquality equine industries in the world and is internationally recognised as the leading source of equine expertise. The industry contributes approximately £8bn a year to the UK economy. And with around one million horses, the sector is the second-largest rural employer after agriculture.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream equine job. We offer a dedicated equine environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall, including our multi-million-pound equine centre, complete an international-standard 40x40m indoor arena, 60x40m allweather menage, tack room, common room, workshops and 28-stabling block. The centre has been approved as an exam/ training centre by The British Horse Society and awarded a 5-star rated license by Durham County Council.
High-quality horses and resources
Put theory into practice as you learn to manage, care and ride our wonderful horses of various sizes, breeds and standards. Students can also take advantage of our brand-new, top-of-the-range £100k Eventer simulator from Racewood - the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of equestrian simulators. It enables students to develop their experience on a variety of trueto-life programmes from Grand Prix dressage movements, such as Piaffe and Passage, to jumping grid work or negotiating technical combinations on the cross-country course. It can replicate jumps of up to 1.20m high.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college,
you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to the likes of Sedgefield Racecourse, East Durham Equine Spa, Bramham Horse Trials and Writtle University, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A
proven
pathway to university
A number of our level 3 equine students progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as equine: behavioural science, sports therapy and rehabilitation, physiotherapy and many more.
Our level 3 florists won GOLD at the Harrogate Flower Show 2022. The brief was to create a display based on a famous piece of artwork. Their remarkable entry was inspired by Steven Brown’s iconic Rab & Isa McCoo paintings.
An industry with prospects
Floristry is a highly skilled profession that requires an in-depth technical knowledge, creativity and business skills, combined with a solid understanding of design theory and its application. A career in floristry can offer many exciting opportunities, from working in retail to producing designs for television and magazines, or traveling the world working on large-scale events!
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate, award-winning lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in floristry. We offer a dedicated floristry environment for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall. The campus is equipped with all of the modern facilities you’d expect from a renowned land based studies college, including dedicated floristry studios with specialist equipment and cool storage that is well stocked with a wide
variety of flowers and foliage. Plus, final plans are in place for a new +£20m state-of-the-art learning centre which is due to open in 2026.
Nurturing your talent
Put theory into practice as you study a range of exciting topics including flower and plant care, working in the industry, design theory and application of floral design. You will learn how to create products that meet industry standards, including designs in a medium, tied, wired and glued designs, while working to tight commercial deadlines.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to flower markets and shows, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
Compete to hone your skills
Students get the chance to compete at several high-profile events such as the Harrogate Spring & Autumn Flower Shows, RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London, North East Culinary and Trade Association Show and WorldSkills UK Live held at the NEC in Birmingham.
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Student Success
Our floristry team achieved GOLD and SILVER at the Harrogate Flower Show 2024 and was runner-up in the competition to design the college display at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024. Houghall had over 20 students take part in individual competitions at Harrogate and they all achieved extremely high marks for their designs, with two picking up a SILVER award.
Future Career Opportunities
• Agronomists, soil scientist
• Assistant grounds person
• Assistant greenkeeper
• Commercial greenhouse technician
• Conservationist
• Education
• Estates manager
• Estimator
• Garden centre assistant, manager
• Garden designer
• Gardener
• Golf club manager
• Golf course manager
• Green roof installer
• Grounds maintenance, manager
• Grower
• Growing propagation manager
• Head gardener
• Head greenkeeper
• Head grounds person
• Horticulturist
• Horticulture consultant
• Horticulture sales
• Irrigation manager
• Landscape gardener, designer, planner
• Machinery sales
• Parks manager
• Plant area supervisor
• Plant nursery worker, manager
• Researcher
• Retail
• Senior greenkeeper
• Soft landscaper
• Tree officer, manager
HOUGHALL CAMPUS
Where Careers Grow Horticulture
an Apprenticeship:
Student Success
Former horticulture apprentice Martin Stephenson now works as an Amenity Sales Manager at Turfcare Specialist Ltd. During his apprenticeship he won the Institute of Groundsmanship Most Promising Groundscare Student of the Year and Young Groundsman of the Year.
Sports Turf & Greenkeeper or Horticulture & Landscaping
An industry with prospects
Horticulture and landscaping play an important part in our economy. The UK horticulture industry is worth over £9 billion each year. And training in horticulture can quite literally open the doors to a whole new world. Our range of apprenticeships could see you working in one of the many parks or sporting venues right here in the north east or traveling further afield as the head greenkeeper at one of the thousands of golf courses around the world (an estimated 38,000 of them!!).
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their wealth of knowledge and expertise. Gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall. Our 476-acre estate with its formal gardens, arboretum, conservation areas, woodland, nature trails, farmland and sports fields all help to make Houghall the ideal place to develop your horticulture
Industry-standard resources
As a centre of excellence in horticulture, our workshops are equipped with a range of industry-standard horticulture equipment. Along with our glasshouses, potting sheds and sports fields you’ll gain the practical experience you need to succeed in this exciting industry. Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities, accessor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
+3.7%
Predicted Sector Job Growth
(Horticulture Trades Nationally 2024-2033)
A proven pathway to university
For students who wish to pursue a higher education route, there are opportunities available at prestigious institutions such as Cornwell College and SRUC Scotland’s Rural College with a range of degrees including horticulture and plantmanship, horticulture (plant science) and horticulture and conservation management.
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• Agroecologist
• Agroforester
• Beat keeper
• Conservation and biodiversity officer
• Countryside ranger, manager
• Conservation advisor, scientist
• Education
• Ecologist
• Environmental contracting and consultancy
• Environmental education officer
• Environmental policy analyst
• Environmental officer, scientist
• Estates worker, manager
• Fisheries
• Forest ranger
• Gamekeeper
• Game bird rearer
• Hydrologist
• Land manager, advisor
• Nature reserve warden
• Peatland restorer
• Pest controller
• Planning officer
• Project manager
• Researcher
• Reserve ranger
• Rural surveyor
• Water quality scientist
• Wildlife officer
• Woodland manager
+4.0%
Predicted Sector
Job Growth
(Conversation Professionals
Nationally 2024-2033)
CAMPUS
Land & Wildlife Management
Student Success
Annelise Lewis completed her work placement at Washington Wildfowl Trust with their environmental education team. Annelise made such a great impression, that the Trust offered her a paid job and she now works for them as a Learning Assistant looking after school visits and activities.
An industry with prospects
The awareness of environmental issues increases daily.
Local authorities and central government are funding and developing environmental resources, alongside new business start-ups with a conservation theme. Many job opportunities exist within the conservation, gamekeeping, fisheries and commercial sectors.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job in conservation. We offer a stunning estate for you to gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall. Our 476-acre estate is home to a diverse range of habitats and landscapes, including wetlands, woodland, ponds, hedgerows, nature trails, meadows and the River Wear. Plus, final plans are in place for a new +£20m state-of-the-art learning centre which is
Stunning site, outstanding resources
Put theory into practice as you learn to manage and care for our land and wildlife. You’ll have access to a range of equipment, including specialist tools for habitat management, land based machinery and the latest surveying equipment. Plus, facilities for trial work and research.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to a variety of heathland and conservation projects and coastal areas, enrichment activities, personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university Students who successfully complete the level 3 programme could progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as conservation biology, countryside management, ecology, rural enterprise and land management, wildlife conservation and many more.
Alistair Magee runs his own successful business, A M Tree Surgeons & Tree Work Contractors. He is also a former ISA UK & Ireland Tree Climbing Champion!
An industry with prospects
The arboriculture industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increased awareness of the importance of proper tree management and rising public interest in environmental matters. Increased understanding of tree biology and developments in equipment and techniques of tree management has led to significant changes in traditional tree work practices.
Practical skills to get you job-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their expertise. Gain the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for. At Houghall, we collaborate closely with employers and industry or ganizations to ensure that our students possess the required skills and expertise to help meet the job demands of this rapidly expanding industry. Our students are in great demand, many of them work in highly rewarding positions as professionally qualified arborists in various industry sectors.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall, including our newly refurbished specialist arborist workshops.
The college’s stunning 476acre estate boasts its very own extensive arboretum and pinetum (a collection of trees, many of which in Houghall’s case are extremely rare in the UK), as well as a variety of woodland, wetland and farmland that provide a range practical work and habitats to study.
High-tech resources
As a centre of excellence in arboriculture, the college has a wide range of arboriculture equipment and machinery, specialist decay detection equipment and computerised tree inventory software. We, of course, ensure our students have access to the latest in climbing and safety equipment.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as work experience placements, talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips to the Royal Highland Show and Woodfest Wales, enrichment activities,
personal tutor support, specialist careers advice and so much more.
A proven pathway to university
A number of our students progress on to university to study a wide range of degrees such as arboriculture and urban forestry, countryside and environmental management, landscape design and management and many more.
Explore exciting job roles
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Check out our amazing facilities
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Future Career Opportunities
• RCVS registered veterinary nurse assistant
• RCVS registered veterinary nurse
• Specialise in a range of topics, particularly in the care of exotic pets, feline medicine, anaesthesia or dentistry
• Work in specialist practices (feline, equine, reptile or large animal practices), emergency vet practices, referral practices (orthopaedic, cardiology, oncology, ophthalmology) or veterinary/ university hospitals
There are over 4,000 veterinary practices in the UK alone. Veterinary nurses are vital to the running of a successful practice and responsible for working with veterinary surgeons to provide expert care and treatment to a variety of animals. The sense of purpose that comes from nursing an ill animal back to health makes becoming a veterinary nurse a highly rewarding career.
Practical skills to get you practice-ready
You’ll be taught by passionate lecturers who will share their extensive expertise. Gain the skills and knowledge to progress into your dream job as a veterinary nurse gaining the practical skills, qualifications, and experience that employers are looking for. Students study at college and take part in a block release placement scheme. Placements run five days a week, and blocks vary from three to nine weeks totalling approximately 2,080 hours, with at least 936 hours of college teaching, over the two-year programme.
World-class facilities
Over £20m has been invested in facilities and resources in recent years at Houghall, including our multi-million-pound small animal centre, complete with numerous
specialist animal housing rooms, a commercial dog grooming salon and 22-bay kennels. Plus, final plans are in place for a new +£20m state-of-the-art learning centre which is due to open in 2026.
Industry-standard equipment
Houghall boosts a dedicated vet nursing suite, incorporating an X-ray machine, anaesthesia equipment, a mock theatre and associated equipment giving the learner a true insight into the veterinary nursing profession.
Not just a qualification
At Houghall, we believe employability and life skills are just as important as academic qualifications. That’s why we place significant importance on helping develop your confidence and preparing you for your future career. As well as the real-world practical skills you’ll develop at college, you’ll also get a range of opportunities such as talks from visiting industry experts, educational trips, enrichment activities and so much more.
A pathway to further study
As well as various specialist training options, vet nurses could progress on to study a veterinary nursing foundation degree and BSc (Top Up) programme. Studying at degree level
benefits, including exploring professional interests, developing skills in research and academic writing, and paving the way to further postgraduate training at Master’s or even PhD level.
Check out our facilities
Discover and apply for veterinary nursing
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Foundation Learning
Our Entry Level Study Programmes (Foundation Learning) provide a vocational programme with specific foundation learning pathways, designed to meet the needs of students who may have a range of learning difficulties and/or disabilities
The pathways offer a wide range of subjects, tailored to the correct level to meet the needs of each individual learner and their vocational areas of interest.
Study programmes within Foundation Studies offer a holistic approach to learning and personal development; centred on the progression of the individual within specific vocational areas, along with maths, English, travel training, work experience and broader independent living skills.
Our curriculum offers at our Houghall and Peterlee sites vary slightly, making use of the fantastic and unique facilities at each. We also tailor our curriculum offer at each site to align with the mainstream progression options available at them.
So, if you’re looking to be a barber, plumber, dancer or travel assistant; our Foundation Learning provision at Peterlee will prepare you with the life and social skills you need to flourish in these environments. In contrast, if you’re looking to be a farmer, florist, veterinary nurse
or dog groomer our provision at Houghall will prepare you for those exciting job roles.
We recently launched our Supported Internship programme, which looks to give young people with additional support needs a pathway to progress on to supported employment longer term. The Internship will run across both the Houghall and Peterlee sites and will look to utilise the specialist vocational and employability opportunities unique to each site.
All of our provision works alongside the national Preparing for Adulthood outcomes, a series of topics and areas focused on equipping young people for their transition to adulthood and onward journey beyond college. You can read more about the PfA outcomes at www.preparingforadulthood.org.uk
Check out our Supported Internship video
Creating Outstanding Futures For Everyone
PETERLEE CAMPUS
HOUGHALL CAMPUS
Qualifications available at the Peterlee Campus
Entry Level 1 Foundation Introductory Programme
Entry Level 1 Personal Progress
Entry Level 2 Certificate in Independent Living Skills
Entry Level 3 in Skills for Working Life
Level 1 Employability Certificate
Level 1 Occupational Studies Pathway
Supported Internship
g A supported internship is a programme aimed at young people, aged between 16 to 24, who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and would like to move into employment but may need extra support to do so.
g The programme includes maths and/or English (if needed), career development skills and a work placement with an employer.
Qualifications available at the Houghall Campus
Entry Level 1 Foundation Introductory Programme
Entry Level 1 Personal Progress
Entry Level 2 in Skills for Working Life Certificate
Entry Level 3 in Skills for Working Life (including Animal Care Pathway)
Level 1 Employability Certificate
Level 1 Occupational Studies Pathway
Supported Internship
g As detailed above
Case Study: Broughan’s Progression Journey
Broughan joined the Foundation Studies department to work on social, emotional wellbeing, self-esteem and core skills in maths and English.
She then enrolled on to a Level 1 programme to develop a broad set of land-based skills at our Houghall campus and worked on PfA (Preparing for Adulthood) outcomes.
Broughan progressed on to our mainstream Level 2 Floristry programme, continuing to make progress and develop core skills in maths and English.
She successfully achieved her Level 2 qualification, gaining vital employability skills and work experience.
Broughan then successfully studied on our Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Floristry to enter this exciting industry as a professional florist.
Our Autism Provision
Our Derwent Autism Provision was established in July 2011 at our Houghall Campus, in Durham, to support young people with autism who are not ready to access mainstream education.
We have close links with supporting agencies working with the young people and their families to offer an all-inclusive approach.
We offer individualised, holistic destination-led programmes that support learners to achieve their personal, social and academic targets.
We support the learners to access all of the curriculum areas within East Durham College across our three sites: the Houghall Campus in Durham, the Peterlee Campus and The Technical Academy which is also based in Peterlee.
Our individual accredited and non-accredited programmes fall into one of the following categories:
Full time programme within the Derwent Autism Provision
Mainstream programmes with Autism support
Supported internships
The ethos of our provision is to build personalised programmes based on each individual learner’s need, with the aim of supporting them to develop vital skills needed to progress. We are committed to facilitating the learners’ achievement of their full potential.
We believe that communication is key to ensuring that learners experience consistency on their programme, so we work closely with external professionals linked to the young person, as well as with parents and carers. This includes during their transition into and out of the provision.
We provide a curriculum that supports the ‘Preparing For Adulthood’ agenda which involves preparing individuals for paid/voluntary employment and promoting community inclusion by accessing leisure facilities, all of which support individuals to live a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. This allows learners to explore their personal and social development through travel training, budgeting, cookery and employment skills where there is a strong emphasis on enabling learners to become as independent as possible.
We offer individual maths and English support to help the learner engage and progress. We also offer various vocational tasters to meet their interests and discover possible future employment opportunities.
HOUGHALL CAMPUS
Qualifications available at the Houghall Campus
Derwent Assessment & Introduction programme
Entry Level 1 Personal Progress
Entry Level 2 in Independent Living Skills
Entry Level 3 Employability
Level 1 Employability
Level 2 Employability
Supported Internship
g A supported internship is a programme aimed at young people, aged between 16 to 24, who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and would like to move into employment but may need extra support to do so.
g The programme includes maths and/or English (if needed), career development skills and a work placement with an employer.
Check out our video on Tyler’s Supported Internships
Tyler, Former
Supported Intern, Marriot Hotel Durham where he is now employed full-time.
How to apply
Okay, you’ve done the hard bit and decided which subject area is for you. Now the important part... letting us know!
There are a few ways you can do this:
g Online
Click on the ‘apply now’ button and fill out an application form on our website at: edc.ac.uk
Once we have received your application we will be in touch to let you know the next steps of the process. Just remember - if you have any questions, we are only a phone call away or use the live chat function on our website.
g In person
Pop in and speak to our friendly and helpful Student Services teams based at each of the college campus sites.
g Phone
Call Student Services on 0191 518 8222 for Peterlee and The Technical Academy or 0191 375 4710 for Houghall and we will take your application over the phone.
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East Durham College takes all reasonable steps to provide services as set out in this prospectus; it does not however guarantee the provision of such educational services, programmes and facilities.
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Outstanding features in Ofsted inspection 2024Personal Development and Behaviour & Attitudes
5 GOOD OFSTED inspections in a row 2008, 2014, 2018, 2021, 2024
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Different universities EDC students have gone to in the last 10 years Including Oxford & Cambridge
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Houghall is the LARGEST specialist land based college in the North East
300+ APPRENTICES
30 subject areas to choose from across our sites VOCATIONAL
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