Ustinov College
Sir Peter Ustinov It is entirely appropriate that Durham’s most culturally diverse College is named after Sir Peter Ustinov, distinguished actor, comedian, writer, internationalist and Renaissance man. Sir Peter was born in London in 1921, but was truly international, with Russian, French, German, Italian and Ethiopian blood, and he spoke several languages, including French, German, Russian, Italian, Greek and Turkish. He began his acting career in 1938, winning his first Oscar for Spartacus in 1961, and a second supporting actor Oscar for Topkapı in 1965. As a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, UNESCO volunteer and President of the World Federalist Movement, he travelled the world to publicise their work. He believed that economic, democratic and political union would lead to greater freedom and reduce war. He was knighted in 1990 and became Chancellor of Durham University in 1992. The Graduate Society was renamed Ustinov College in his honour in 2003.
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Accommodation “There is nothing that can replace the contact of young people of different nations in contributing to a world at peace and freedom from ugly prejudice. My experience has taught me that children are born without prejudice. I am sure it is possible for young adults to maintain this same pristine tradition, and hopefully these young adults in Durham will be able to influence their seniors.” Sir Peter Ustinov, 4 April 2003 College Naming Ceremony
An important consideration when studying for your postgraduate degree is where to live. Many students decide that living in college makes it easier to take part in college life and the academic and social activities that take place at Howlands Farm. A number of students choose to live somewhere in Durham, with friends or family, and come to college often by bike, the Park and Ride bus or public transport. Accommodation options are outlined over the next few pages. For more information and images of college accommodation, see www.ustinov.college/college_life/ accommodation.
College Accommodation Accommodation is available for single students, couples and students with families. At Howlands Farm there are approximately
540 single study bedrooms. Most single accommodation is en-suite. There are 20 don’s sets for couples at Howlands Farm. Most couple and family accommodation is located at Keenan House, Dryburn Court. If you need any further information, contact the College Office at ustinov.college@durham.ac.uk.
Types of Accommodation Single Rooms Single rooms typically contain a bed, wardrobe, desk, chair and shelves, and bed linen is provided at an additional charge. Kitchens contain cupboard space, cookers, microwaves, refrigerators and freezers, irons and ironing-boards. You provide your own cutlery, crockery and saucepans. There are between 6 and 10 bedrooms in each flat, which share a kitchen. Ensuite
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