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Frequently Asked Questions

Each year, we receive a large number of enquiries from applicants and parents regarding the college allocation process. We hope this information will help answer more of the frequent questions.

We advise that you read through all FAQs prior to submitting a new question. It is likely that we may have already answered any questions that you may have either within the FAQs or our webpages.

Please note: Colleges staff and the College Membership and Accommodation Office are unable to discuss individual applications with parents or interested third parties unless written permission has been received.

  • Undergraduate FAQs

    Got a question? Our Undergraduate FAQs cover everything you need to know about college membership, accommodation, and what happens next.

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  • Postgraduate FAQs

    Got a question? Our Postgraduate FAQs explain college membership, accommodation options, and what to expect next.

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Undergraduate FAQs

Got a question? Our Undergraduate FAQs cover everything you need to know about college membership, accommodation, and what happens next.

Students socialising

Postgraduate FAQs

Got a question? Our Postgraduate FAQs explain college membership, accommodation options, and what to expect next.

Students sitting together, chatting around a table

Get in touch

For the quickest and most effective response, please use the form below to contact our team.
Submitting an enquiry through this form ensures your message reaches the right team member and can be responded to as efficiently as possible.

Important Notice for Undergraduate Applicants – UCAS Results Embargo

During the UCAS results embargo period, Durham University is subject to strict regulations governing the handling of examination results and admissions decisions.

As a result, between 28 July and 13 August 2026, there will be some enquiries that the College Membership and Accommodation Office is unable to respond to until the embargo has been lifted. This includes any enquiries where responding could reveal, imply or infer information about your examination results or admissions decision.

We will continue to respond to all enquiries that we are permitted to answer during this period. If we are unable to respond to your enquiry because of the embargo, we will do so as soon as possible after the embargo ends.

We appreciate your patience and understanding while these restrictions are in place and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.