University College
Overview
| Year founded | 1832 |
| Motto | Non nobis solum (Not for ourselves alone) |
| Number of students living in the college | 500 (via our accommodation on the Bailey and New Kepier Court) |
| 1st year rooms |
250 (UG) |
| Catering options | Catered and Self-Catered |
| Gowned formal dinners | Gowned formal dinners |
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About us
Durham Castle is home to University College, the oldest and founding college of Durham University. Find out more about us, our values, location and history.
Welcome to University College!
University College, known lovingly as “Castle,” is the oldest of Durham University’s Colleges. Castle is a special community filled with inspiring learning opportunities, engaging social activities and meaningful personal support.
Sharing the lovely hilltop Palace Green with Durham Cathedral and several other historic buildings, our college is integral to the Durham World Heritage Site. It is our honour and privilege to live, work and learn in this beautiful living museum. - Professor Wendy Powers, Principal & Associate Vice-Provost.
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Student Blog
Highlights
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Celebrating Diversity at Durham: Castle’s ‘Unique Week’
The Welfare Team at University College run campaign weeks once or twice a term. Find out more about Castle’s ‘Unique Week’ in our student blog.
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College Welfare
Student blogger Sunita Ramani talks about her personal experience with welfare and support.
Celebrating Diversity at Durham: Castle’s ‘Unique Week’
The Welfare Team at University College run campaign weeks once or twice a term. Find out more about Castle’s ‘Unique Week’ in our student blog.
College Welfare
Student blogger Sunita Ramani talks about her personal experience with welfare and support.
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Get in touch
Contact us by phone or email below to find out more about accommodation, admissions and student support.