Durham College - Overview

Durham College officially opened for studies on September 18, 1967 in 16 portable classrooms, employing a staff of 14, and serving 205 students. The first academic calendar offered courses in applied arts, business and technology. Approximately 770 full-time staff and faculty and Approximately 900 part-time staff and faculty. More than 12,000 full-time post-secondary and apprenticeship students

Location & Facilities

In addition to its fully serviced campuses in Oshawa and Whitby, Durham College has recently opened the Pickering Learning Site which provides a variety of opportunities including full-time programs and continuing education courses. We also offer the community valuable employment resources through our Community Employment Resource Services, which are located in Port Perry, Port Hope, Beaverton, Uxbridge, Bowmansville and downtown Oshawa.

At Durham College, we offer the best of both worlds when it comes to residence - all the comforts of home in a unique campus community experience.

Our residences offer convenience, great friendships and the chance to connect with all that campus life has to offer. The Simcoe Village and South Village residences offer safe, clean, and comfortable living accommodations for 1,360 students. First-year students are guaranteed a spot in residence if they meet the deadlines for accepting Durham College's offer of admission and applying to residence. Students enrolled in January-start programs may apply to residence and will be approved based on room availability.

Our residences offer a number of different room options.

state-of-the-art fitness centre,

From prescriptions to Wonderland tickets and clothing, all of this and more can be purchased on campus.

Durham College officially opened for studies on September 18, 1967 in 16 portable classrooms, employing a staff of 14, and serving 205 students. The first academic calendar offered courses in applied arts, business and technology. Approximately 770 full-time staff and faculty and Approximately 900 part-time staff and faculty. More than 12,000 full-time post-secondary and apprenticeship students

Thousands in part-time, continuing education and online studies.

Mission

The student experience comes first at Durham College.

Vision

Durham College is the premier post-secondary destination for students who succeed in a dynamic and supportive learning environment. Our graduates develop the professional and personal skills required to realize meaningful careers and make a difference in the world.