Congratulations on earning your place at Durham University and Trevelyan College. You should be extremely proud of this accomplishment.
Let me tell you about the amazing community you're joining. Trevelyan (Trevs) is a vibrant, supportive, and empowering place where you'll be valued and encouraged to step outside your comfort zone, gain new experiences to prepare for the future, and develop lifelong skills. We inspire our students to explore their interests, find new passions, and push themselves to achieve more. There's something for everyone, including a range of extracurricular activities, sports, arts, and community outreach programs.
I encourage you to engage actively, forge new friendships, and build lasting memories during your time here. I am genuinely excited to witness your growth and successes at Trevs. Keep in mind, you are not just students but essential members of the Trevs family. Your individual perspectives, talents, and contributions will enhance and unite our community.
I'm thrilled to welcome you to Trevelyan in September. When you arrive, you'll have numerous opportunities to meet the staff. Meanwhile, take a moment to visit our college staff pages and learn more about us. Your initial days at university will be exciting, yet they might also feel overwhelming. If you have any questions, concerns, or simply want to chat, don't hesitate to contact us.
Please review our induction web pages carefully and complete all required forms promptly. Doing so will help make your arrival smooth and hassle-free. The Trevs Induction Checklist is a handy resource to track what you need to do before arriving—save it and check off tasks as you finish them. If you have any questions, reach out to us at admissions.trevelyan@durham.ac.uk or 0191 334 7001.
Once again, welcome to Trevs! Let’s start this amazing journey together.
Professor Adekunle Adeyeye
Principal of Trevelyan College
Congratulations, you’ve secured your place at Durham University! Even better, you’re on your way to Trevelyan College! We’re thrilled to welcome you into our community come September, and you should be incredibly proud of yourself. My name is James, and I’ll be your JCR President for this academic year. Trevelyan College, aka Trevs, houses a thriving and welcoming community with a plethora of different facilities and luxuries available. The JCR (Junior Common Room), the student-run body aims to enrich College life by organising various events throughout the year such as balls, concerts, and theatre. Congratulations once again, We’re all looking forward to seeing you in September!
Trevelyan is a small, progressive college renowned for its friendliness - and its distinctive hexagonal architecture. Trevelyan encourages every student to venture out of their comfort zone and be the best they can be, promoting an environment of support, inclusion, and curiosity.
We will be sending you important information via email which will help you prepare for your arrival over the coming weeks.
You can also follow our social media for information and updates:
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Important information including enrolment, guidance for new students and selecting optional modules.
FAQs and key areas of support.
Information for International students arriving in Durham
Get ready for university life, this guide is to help you prepare for your first few weeks, meet fellow freshers and find your way around.
The Timetable has been designed so College events don’t clash with any of your academic departmental events, but offer you lots of opportunities to meet your fellow Freshers, find your way around and settle into student life.
Check out our student blogs to read more about life at Durham from our students. Don't forget to follow us on social media!
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If you have any queries about any of this information or any aspect of coming to Durham please contact us.
Elvet Hill Road
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College Reception Tel: +44 (0) 191 334 47011
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