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Report & Support

At East Durham College we are committed to promoting diversity and equality, and to providing a supportive and inclusive environment. We want to encourage our staff and students to report bullying, harassment, sexual misconduct, hate crime, assault or discrimination by using this quick and simple reporting tool.

Information, Advice & Guidance Statement of Service

Our aim is to offer a customer focused service, which is convenient for all clients to access and provide up to date, comprehensive and impartial information, advice and guidance.

East Durham College - College Charter Statement

The College Charter is a transparent agreement between the College and its learners. It communicates clearly what learners can expect from the College and vice versa.

East Durham College - Student Charter Statement

Our Student Charter sets out our commitments to you and what we ask of you in return, so that together we can make EDC a great place to study and learn.

Help With Childcare Costs for Students Aged 20+

Available to eligible students with a household income of £50,000 or less, who are aged 20+ and funded from the Adult Education Budget from the ESFA/Local Authority or the Advanced Learner Loan.

EDC Students' Union Elections

All students at East Durham College are automatically members of the Students’ Union and have the opportunity to apply to stand as the next EDC Students' Union President and Vice President.

Additional Learning Support (ALS)

We have a dedicated team of Learner Support staff who provide a highly effective support network across the college. We aim to provide high quality support to students with learning difficulties and disabilities to assist in the delivery of a quality learning experience.

Progression Coaches

Want more information on contacting our progression coaches? Please click here.

Tutorial Support for Part-Time Students

Find out more information on how part-time students are supported at East Durham College.

Student Voice & Engagement Officer

The Student Voice & Engagement Officer works alongside elected students to help run the EDC Students’ Union; they facilitate the day-to-day interface between college management and the Students’ Union Officers and wider student body. This encourages active participation to promote the ‘Learner Voice’ in all college activities.