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Uniform, Kit & Equipment Discounts

We offer eligible students discounts off their college uniform, kit and essential equipment.

EDC Uniform, PPE & Kit Online Store

A number of our courses require students to purchase uniform, protective clothing and/or specialist equipment.

Advanced Learner Loan (19+)

Have you heard about the Advanced Learner Loan? If you're aged 19 or over and want to study A Levels, an Access to Higher Education Diploma, or a Level 3 to 6 Vocational Qualification, you'll need to pay for the cost of your course.

Assistance with Childcare

Many students have young children, a fact that often makes attendance at college difficult. So to make things easier, there are some financial support offers available to eligible students.

Nursing Guaranteed Bursary

Nursing students will benefit from guaranteed, additional support of at least £5,000 a year to help with living costs.

Keeping Safe Online

When working and interacting online, it's important that you take steps to ensure your safety at all times.

Student Services Department

Student Services is a key department during your time at East Durham College; they can provide you with any help, information, advice, guidance and support you may need during your time at college, including applications for financial support, confidential counselling, as well as advice on courses and career opportunities available to you.

EDC Students' Union

All students at East Durham College are automatically members of the Students’ Union, which represents their views and ideas to the managers of the college, as well as organising lots of other services and events for students.

Contacting Our Exams Team

Looking to get in touch with our examinations department at the college? Click here for more details.

JCQ Regulations

Exams held at East Durham College are subject and governed by the Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ).