Sunderland College
Sunderland College is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students.
The College has three campuses across the city of Sunderland, offering a wide range of academic and vocational provision for school leavers and adults.
The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills.
- As part or EPNE the college is rated outstanding in all areas.
- The College has achieved the Matrix standard, a national quality standard for information advice and guidance services.
The local area
Sunderland has beautiful beaches, a vibrant seafront, historical sites, a redeveloped city centre and a thriving music, arts and culture scene. It’s a connected international city with excellent transport links, affordable housing and friendly people. It was recently ranked as the best UK city to live and work in and rated one of the safest places to live in the country.
Sunderland attracts more than 80 internationally-owned companies originating in 20 territories and employing more than 26,000 people. It excels in automotive production, science and technology and the services sector.
Current vacanciesSunderland College Campuses
College updates
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EPNE colleges celebrate outstanding results
August 13, 2026
Students across college group are celebrating after receiving their A-Level, T Levels and technical results.
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Northumberland College alumni lead Ashington Campus development
July 29, 2026
Four former Northumberland College students have come full circle to play a key role in building the new Ashington Campus.
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EPNE among country’s best for Higher Education student satisfaction
July 27, 2026
EPNE's Higher Education provision has been ranked among the country’s best universities in the latest National Student Survey (NSS).