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New College Durham

Durham, United Kingdom • Founded 1977

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: newcollegedurham.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: New College Durham
Founded: 1977
Institution Type: College
Students at New College Durham
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New College Durham traces its founding to 1977 and has since operated as a college in Durham, United Kingdom. The institution maintains a higher-education provider status.

At New College Durham, the institution runs a focused programme catalogue.

New College Durham has 3,574 students.

Location & Contact

Address, phone, email, and online links for New College Durham are listed below.

Academic Details

New College Durham's key academic numbers — student body size, staffing, and accreditation context.

Total Students: 3,574

Programs Offered

All active programmes at New College Durham are listed by degree level.

18 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 2 programmes

Foundation 16 programmes

Showing 10 of 16.

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Scholarships and grants accessible to students attending New College Durham or other universities in the United Kingdom are below.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to New College Durham

What applying to New College Durham involves, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at New College Durham

    New College Durham's catalogue includes 18 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for New College Durham's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    For undergraduate study, apply centrally through UCAS (ucas.com), listing New College Durham as one of your choices. For postgraduate study, apply directly through New College Durham's own admissions portal at www.newcollegedurham.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at 01913754000. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about New College Durham

Common questions about New College Durham, answered from data on record.

How old is New College Durham?

The institution opened in 1977 (approximately 49 years ago).

What city is New College Durham in?

New College Durham operates from Durham, United Kingdom.

How big is New College Durham's student body?

New College Durham serves approximately 3,574 students.

Where can I learn more about New College Durham?

The institution's website is www.newcollegedurham.ac.uk.

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