Evening Classes and Adult Education in County Durham
Evening Classes and Adult Education in County Durham provide further learning opportunities for residents of the County Durham community. Courses provide learning and skills focused on supporting career progression, employability and job skills or to progress to further learning.
Discover a fascinating hobby or interest, develop skills to move on at work, or start training for a whole new career – it is never too late to further your education and there are lots of opportunities to learn and develop your skills.
By taking an Evening Class or Adult Education course in County Durham you will:
· Learn on your doorstep at locations in your community or learn from the comfort of your own home, depending on the class or course you choose.
· Boost your career with qualifications across a range of professions, increase your knowledge in your current career or start working towards a whole new career – the options are endless!
· Pick up new talents and meet people in your community with similar interests.
Why study in County Durham?
Durham County in the North East of England is just three hours by train from London and less than two from Edinburgh. Durham is one of the most visited of England’s many beautiful cities, with visitors flocking to explore the breathtaking scenery and award-winning attractions and exhibitions, festivals and events.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the old city centre of Durham boasts 600 listed buildings, including Crook Hall, Kingsgate Bridge, Elvet Bridge, and the Town Hall.
Top places to visit in County Durham include Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, Finchale Priory, Durham University Museum of Archaeology and Botanic Garden.
Durham University has ranked in the world’s top 10 for Archaeology (fourth) as well as Theology and Religion (fifth). Anthropology, Classics and Ancient History, English Studies, Geography, History, and Law also feature in the world’s top 50
Where can I study in County Durham?
- Durham University
- New College Durham
- East Durham College
- Bishop Auckland College
- Derwentside College
- East Durham & Houghall Community College
For a full list of possible classes and courses, you can visit our website and enquire or even book courses that appeal to you. Visit Whichcollege.ie to search universities, colleges or institutes taking admissions in your area now!
Facts about County Durham
· For Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, filming at Durham Cathedral took place for 2 weeks in October of the year 2000.
· Originally built back in the 11th century, Durham Castle is one of the best-preserved examples of Norman motte and bailey castles. For over 900 years, the castle has been in constant use and was once a key strategic landmark for the ruling Normans. It’s also interesting to note that the castle is the only one built in the UK that has never suffered a breach.
· County Durham is the official birthplace of the much-loved British condiment, English Mustard. Its story begins back in the early 1900s when one Mrs Clements decided to grind up mustard seeds in order to get more flavour out of them. She developed a paste out of this process that quickly became popular all over the UK. After being passed down to her daughter, the family business was eventually sold to the Colman’s of Norwich.
· The Causey Arch was built back in 1725 and is officially the world’s oldest surviving single-arch railway bridge. Upon completion, its main purpose was to transport coal and empty wagons to the River Tyne. At its peak, the bridge saw more than 900 horses a day dragging carts back and forth to serve this vital British industry.
· On the main door of Durham Cathedral is the Sanctuary Knocker (a replica now, the original is in the Durham Cathedral Treasures of St Cuthbert). Any fugitives who grasped the knocker were granted sanctuary for 37 days. They could then either face their accusers or be given safe conduct to the coast.
