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Trinity College

Trinity College will make you want to become a student once again. During your visit have a wander around and admire its atmosphere at your own pace.

You’ll probably recognise the beautiful iron front gate used on so many films and TV programmes such as Lewis and Brideshead Revisited. Trinity College, one of the smaller colleges and a home to approximately 400, will charm you with its award-winning lavender Fellows’ Garden and water feature formed by Jacobean stone heraldic beasts.

The college was founded in 1555 by Sir Thomas Pope on land previously occupied by Durham College. The only surviving remnant of Durham College is the old Library which dates back to 1421. As for Sir Thomas Pope the college was intended to become a family legacy and allow the family’s name to be remembered through the prayers and masses sang by the college members. Therefrom the college is officially known as ‘The College of the Holy and Undivided Trinity in the University of Oxford’ but its name is usually shortened to simply ‘Trinity’.

The College remained a largely all-male institution until 1979, when (in common with a number of other Oxford colleges) it admitted its first women undergraduates. It is now fully co-educational and co-residential.

You may find of a particular interest the newly refreshed chapel with intricate workmanship of Grinling Gibbons’s carvings which partly was designed by Sir Christopher Wren. This is the only Oxford college chapel in which the founder is buried (to the left of the altar) who died only four years after he founded Trinity.  Take a look at the work being undertaken to restore Trinity College’s magnificent chapel.

The chapel opened in 1694 to enthusiastic public acclaim. It became a destination for tourists, including Tsar Peter the Great of Russia, who tried to access it incognito in 1695 but was recognised by the crowds and left without seeing the chapel’s interior.

Another attractive place to visit is the Dining Hall where students are privileged to enjoy their meals surrounded by its beautiful architecture and old portraits. Here you can absorb the history, charm and character of the college which  details were featured in episodes of Inspector Morse, Inspector Lewis, Endeavor and Undercover.

See more beautiful photos of Oxford colleges by David Iliff , source Wikimedia.

Trinity’s gardens are awashed with plant palette intended to provide colour, interest and texture throughout the year. While you stroll through the quad designed by Christopher Wrenmake make sure to take a look at Campsis x tagliabuana which covers the archway and is a real favourite with the visitors each summer.  

The 5000 square metres of Trinity’s immaculate lawns which students and visitors can relax, have appeared in episodes of Inspector Morse and Lewis. You may also enjoy the Oxford Preservation Trust’s Environmental Awards 2003 winner, the lavender garden located in front of Kettell Hall and its key feature – the contemporary armillary sphere, designed by internationally-renowned sculptor David Harber.

Want to see more? Visit the full gallery and get to know Trinity College better.

  Opening hours: Spring & Summer 2016: 10.00-12.00, 14.00- 18.00. Closed for lunch 12.00-14.00.

Autumn & Winter 2016: 10.00-12.00- 14.00-17.30. Closed for lunch 12.00-14.00.

  Opening hours: Generally open on all Bank Holidays. Open throughout the Christmas period including Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Tickets and Prices: Students, senior Citizens and groups – £2 per visit Adults – £3 per visit

Trinity–Balliol rivalry: For many years, there has been a fierce rivalry shown between the students of Trinity and those of its neighbour to the west, Balliol College .

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Trinity College

Trinity College is one of the constituent colleges of the University of Oxford in England. Founded in 1555 by Sir Thomas Pope, the college once housed Benedictine monks from Durham Cathedral. 

Despite its large size, the college is relatively small in terms of student numbers at approximately 400. It was founded as a men’s college and became coeducational in 1979.

Trinity College has produced three prime ministers, placing it third in terms of former students who have served in that position after Christ Church and Balliol.

What's the History of Trinity College?

Trinity College stands on what was originally Durham College, built for Benedictine monks from Durham Cathedral (which was founded in 1291). The site was surrendered to the crown in March 1545 and granted to private owners in 1553 (during the period of Protestant Reformation). Civil servant Thomas Pope acquired it in 1555 and founded Trinity College 16 days later. Pope was a Catholic with no surviving children and hoped that by founding a college he would be remembered in the prayers of its students. His remains are still encased beside the chapel altar. 

The original foundation of Trinity College provided for a president, 12 fellows, and 12 scholars, as well as for up to 20 undergraduates. The fellows were required to take Holy Orders and to remain unmarried.

The Trinity-Balliol Rivalry

There has been a traditional and fierce rivalry shown between the students of Trinity and those of its immediate neighbour to the west, Balliol College . This rivalry manifests on the sports field and the river, in the form of songs, and in “raids” on the other college.

The Buildings of Trinity College

Trinity College’s main entrance is enclosed by an iron palisade rather than a wall, and the distinctive blue gates provide it with a more open and accessible appearance than many others in Oxford.

The Durham Quadrangle

Durham College (the original Benedictine college from 1291) was built around a single quadrangle, now known as the Durham quad.

Consecrated in 1694, this chapel was the first college chapel to be designed entirely in the Baroque style. It was designed by  Henry Aldrich , with advice from Christopher Wren.

The Garden Quadrangle

Designed by Christopher Wren and built in 1665–1668, the north side of the quad is a freestanding block. The west side was added to the same plan in 1682.

The Front Quadrangle

The front quad was formed by the new buildings (1883–1885) and the president’s lodgings (1885–1887). These were both designed by Thomas Graham Jackson . The quad also includes some older buildings on Broad Street (four old cottages and Kettell Hall, a stone house built by President Ralph Kettell).

The Library Quadrangle

This quadrangle was built as a memorial to members of the college who perished in World War I. The building was designed by architect Mr. J. Osborne Smith. The Cumberbatch buildings to the north and south were designed by Maguire and Murray and built in 1964–1966.

What is it Like to Study at Trinity College, Oxford?

Trinity College offers accommodation to all undergraduate students. First and second years are housed on the college’s main site, and third and fourth years in college buildings on the Woodstock Road. 

The Trinity College Chapel Choir consists of up to eight choral scholars and over thirty voluntary singers. The choir frequently goes on annual tours.

Where is Trinity College?

Trinity College is located on Broad Street (OX1 3BH), Oxford. Tel 01865 279900.

Can you Visit Trinity College?

Yes, Trinity College is open to the public. 

• Open : 09.30- 18.00 during summer and 09.30-dusk during winter.
• Charge : Adults £3; seniors, children £2. No charge for group leaders or teachers accompanying school groups. 
• Groups : Advance booking recommended to avoid disappointment.

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The College’s renowned alumni include:

• Cardinal John Henry Newman
• William Pitt the 1st Earl of Chatham who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain in the middle of the 18th century
• the British art historian, museum director and broadcaster Kenneth Clark
• the British novelist Simon Tolkien, who is the grandson of J. R. R. Tolkien

Famous for its beautiful gardens, stunning chapel, and fierce rivalry with neighboring Balliol College, Trinity is home to approximately 310 undergraduate students studying 18 subjects from Computer Science to Theology. A well-told story details the experience of a young lady who, arriving for her first Semester at Trinity College, learned that the waiting list for marriages in the college chapel was seven years long. She optimistically booked her wedding there and then, despite her lack of a partner.

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Guided Tours of Trinity

Porter led tours are available for booking by clicking HERE .  College tours are at 10am and 2pm daily.

Unfortunately large group bookings are not available at this time.  Should your booking exceed 5 booking slots, please contact [email protected] .

Please note that some areas of the College may not be open and there may be noise, due to renovation works. Currently, Trinity’s Dining Hall does not form part of the tour.

The cost of is £5 per person, under 12s are free.Payment by card will be taken on the day.

Please arrive at Great Gate on Trinity Street before the scheduled time of the tour.

The college accessibility guide can be found here .

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Trinity College is approximately ten minutes’ walk across town from the main Drummer Street bus station

Cambridge station is served by trains from London King’s Cross and London Liverpool Street and also from the Midlands. Further information is available at the National Rail Enquiries website.

Taxis to the College can be hired from Cambridge station. There are also bus services from the station into the centre of town.

Please note that only Fellows of the College and their guests who have obtained prior permission may park in the College. This regulation is strictly enforced. There is pay-and-display public parking all along Queen’s Road. You should also note that Trinity Street is closed to traffic between 10 am and 4 pm Monday to Saturday.

N.B. – There is a two-tonne weight limit on the bridge on the Avenue. Vehicles heavier than this limit must park in the Avenue on the far side of this bridge.

From the m11.

Exit the M11 at Junction 13. Turn right into Cambridge on the Madingley Road (A1303). Carry straight on down this road to the roundabout at the end, leaving Storey’s Way to your left and Grange Road to your right. At the roundabout, turn right onto Queen’s Road (‘the Backs’). The turning to Trinity, marked by No Entry signs, is on the left-hand side immediately after a pedestrian crossing.

From the A14 (Peterborough direction)

Follow signs into Cambridge, entering on the Huntingdon Road (A1307). Go straight on at the left-hand junction with Victoria Road, and then immediately turn right down Mount Pleasant, following the Ring Road. Keep following the Ring Road south down Queen’s Road. The turning to Trinity, marked by No Entry signs, is on the left-hand side immediately after a pedestrian crossing.

London Stansted is approximately 30 miles south of Cambridge. There are regular train and bus services to Cambridge.

London Heathrow is approximately 70 miles from Cambridge. There are bus services from Heathrow to Cambridge; allow at least three hours journey time. Alternatively, travel by train via London.

London Gatwick is a little under 100 miles from Cambridge. There is a coach service from Gatwick to Cambridge; allow at least three hours journey time. Alternatively, travel by train via London.

There are a limited number of European flights from Cambridge Airport (01223 373 737).

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Our team looks forward to helping you get to know Trinity’s history, community, and student experience. Please review the important information below regarding our visit structure and guidelines.

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• Trinity College is a mask-friendly campus. Face masks are encouraged for visitors but are not required at this time.
• Prior to arrival, we ask all visitors to do a self health check. We kindly ask that you do not visit our campus if you are feeling sick or have recently been exposed to or tested positive for COVID-19.

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If you have any questions about visiting Trinity College or need assistance with scheduling a campus tour, please call our office at 860-297-2180 or email us at  [email protected] .

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If you wish to learn more about both academics and student life, a class visit may be just the right fit for you. High school seniors and prospective transfer students can request to attend a class visit during their campus visit or on a different day . Y ou will be escorted to class by one of our current Trinity students and given the opportunity to sit in on one of our course offerings for the semester. If you are interested in participating in our Class Visit Program this fall, p lease complete the class visit registration form to select a class that fits your academic interests.

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Trinity College

Trinity College was founded in the sixteenth century in what was then a rural outpost, and which now forms the heart of Oxford’s city centre. The college has developed over four and a half centuries into a vibrant and diverse educational community that has produced award-winning academics, successful leaders in the business, political and economic world, and passionate public servants, teachers and campaigners.

Our community of 450 students and 300 academics and staff come from more than 40 countries and form a community that is open, outward-looking, and supportive. Our ambition is for our community of students, academics and alumni to bring their talents to make a positive impact on the world – through their teaching and research, and through the many other passions and talents our community encompasses.

We are able to offer an Oxford University experience of the highest quality: our academics regularly win awards for their committed and innovative teaching as well as for the impact of their research; our food is renowned for both its quality and variety; and our staff and students contribute to a vibrant college culture that includes active music, athletic and performance societies. 

Thank you for coming to our website. Whether you are a prospective student, former student, donor, researcher, teacher, conference organiser, or visitor, I hope you will find what you are looking for here. If not, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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At Trinity, our ambition is for our community of students, academics and alumni to bring their talents to make a positive impact on the world. Read more about our values and ambitions moving forward as an outward-facing and open college community.

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Trinity houses several exceptional collections of manuscripts and early printed books, and our Archive containing records of the college's history.

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Trinity considers applications for most of the graduate degrees offered by the University, and especially welcomes applications in the fields of interest of the college’s fellows.

Relationships between students and academic staff are open and friendly, and regular interactions between the MCR and Senior Common Room (SCR) are encouraged through shared seminars and social events. Trinity has a diverse and international graduate student body and the college fosters a strong sense of community, with a range of social activities organised by the MCR.

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Library and IT services

The college library, is open 24 hours a day and offers a wide selection of academic books, a variety of study spaces, and free printing. There is a dedicated budget for graduate book requests. The Old Library houses a collection of early printed books available to consult on request.

All rooms on the main college site and in the North Oxford accommodation are connected to the University network with access to internet, email and printing facilities.

Sport, music and college facilities

There is a gym on the main college site and the college's playing fields are only a short distance away. There are college teams in major sports including cricket, football, hockey, rugby and tennis. Trinity has a successful boat club and access to a shared boathouse on the main stretch of the river.

The college is well-equipped for music, with a new auditorium, practice rooms, green room and pianos. Trinity has very active choral and orchestral groups who plan to resume regular performances.

The college's drama group, the Trinity Players, puts on several performances every year, including a summer play on the college lawns. The society caters for a wide range of dramatic interests, both on stage and behind the scenes.

Facilities for disabled students

The college has a number of adapted residential rooms available on the main site for use by disabled students. The larger teaching rooms are wheelchair-accessible, as well as the dining hall, chapel, library and toilets. Prospective students are advised to contact the college's  Wellbeing Team  to discuss any specific requirements.

The  Trinity Middle Common Room (MCR)  has a large communal social area on the main college site and another in North Oxford.

The MCR community meets once a week for coffee and cake. Each year the MCR selects a committee, which organises a number of social events. The committee also oversees the information exchange between the college and the graduate students, and they provide an independent, student-run welfare and support system for Trinity graduate students.

Accommodation

Trinity has a small amount of rooms located on the main college site and the remainder are located in several college properties in north Oxford, about 1.5 km from the Broad Street site. Single accommodation is usually available for all first-year graduates who wish to live in college accommodation. Every effort is made to accommodate Trinity students in subsequent years, subject to demand and availability. Currently Trinity is unable to offer accommodation suitable for couples or families.

Further information on  accommodation at Trinity College  is available on the college website.

Meals on site in the college's dining hall are considered to be excellent, with many graduates regularly coming in for lunch or Guest Nights. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available daily (with brunch at weekends) during full term; some adjustments occur out of full term, but in general provision is still comprehensive. Graduates are also able to cater for themselves, either on site or in the external properties. The graduate accommodation on the main site has its own kitchen facilities, while the off-site buildings have shared self-catering kitchens. 

The accommodation charge covers the rental of the room; meals in the college's dining hall are charged separately. There is no fixed kitchen charge, so students pay only for the meals in the dining hall they choose to attend.

Further information on catering at Trinity College  is available on the college website.

This college accepts graduate students for the following courses:

Course Mode of study Expected length Advanced Computer Science MSc Full time 1 year Ancient History DPhil Full time 3-4 years Applied Cancer Science MSc Full time 1 year Astrophysics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Atomic and Laser Physics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Autonomous Intelligent Machines and Systems EPSRC CDT Full time 4 years Bachelor of Civil Law BCL Full time 10 months Biochemistry DPhil Full time 3-4 years Biomedical Sciences (NIH OxCam) DPhil Full time 3-4 years Cardiovascular Science DPhil Full time 4 years Cellular Structural Biology DPhil Full time 4 years Chemistry DPhil Full time 3-4 years Chemistry MSc by Research Full time 2-3 years Classical Languages and Literature DPhil Full time 3-4 years Clinical Embryology MSc Full time 1 year Clinical Medicine DPhil Full time 3-4 years Clinical Neurosciences DPhil Full time 3-4 years Comparative Literature and Critical Translation MSt Full time 9 months Comparative Social Policy MSc Full time 1 year Computer Science DPhil Full time 3-4 years Condensed Matter Physics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Development Studies MPhil Full time 21 months Economics combined MPhil and DPhil Full time 5 years Economics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Economics MPhil Full time 21 months Economics for Development MSc Full time 9 months Engineering Science DPhil Full time 3-4 years English DPhil Full time 3-4 years English DPhil Part time 6-8 years English (1550-1700) MSt Full time 9 months English (1700-1830) MSt Full time 9 months English (1830-1914) MSt Full time 9 months English (1900-Present) MSt Full time 9 months English (​650-1550) MSt Full time 9 months English and American Studies MSt Full time 9 months English Studies (Medieval Period) MPhil Full time 21 months Environmental Research NERC DTP Full time 4 years Evidence-Based Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation MSc Full time 1 year Genomic Medicine and Statistics DPhil Full time 4 years Global and Imperial History MSt Full time 9 months Global Governance and Diplomacy MSc Full time 9 months Global Health Science and Epidemiology MSc Full time 1 year Greek and/or Latin Languages and Literature MPhil Full time 21 months Greek and/or Latin Languages and Literature MSt Full time 9 months Greek and/or Roman History MPhil Full time 21 months Greek and/or Roman History MSt Full time 9 months History DPhil Full time 3-4 years History DPhil Part time 6-8 years History MPhil Full time 21 months History MSt Full time 9 months History (Economic and Social History) DPhil Full time 3-4 years History (Economic and Social History) DPhil Part time 6-8 years History of Art DPhil Full time 3-4 years History of Art DPhil Part time 6-8 years History of Art and Visual Culture MSt Full time 9 months Inflammatory and Musculoskeletal Disease DPhil Full time 3-4 years Information, Communication and the Social Sciences DPhil Full time 3-4 years Information, Communication and the Social Sciences DPhil Part time 6-8 years Inorganic Materials for Advanced Manufacturing EPSRC CDT Full time 4 years Integrated Immunology MSc Full time 1 year Interdisciplinary Bioscience BBSRC DTP Full time 4 years International Development DPhil Full time 3-4 years International Development DPhil Part time 6-8 years International Health and Tropical Medicine MSc Full time 1 year International Relations DPhil Full time 3-4 years International Relations MPhil Full time 21 months Late Antique and Byzantine Studies MPhil Full time 21 months Law DPhil Full time 3-4 years Law MPhil Full time 1 year Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics DPhil Part time 6-8 years Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics MPhil Full time 21 months Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics MSt Full time 9 months Master of Business Administration MBA Full time 1 year Materials DPhil Full time 3-4 years Mathematical and Theoretical Physics MSc Full time 9 months Mathematical Sciences MSc Full time 9 months Mathematics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Mathematics and Foundations of Computer Science MSc Full time 1 year Medical Sciences DPhil Full time 3-4 years Medical Sciences DPhil Part time 6-8 years Medieval and Modern Languages DPhil Full time 3-4 years Medieval and Modern Languages DPhil Part time 6-8 years Medieval Studies MSt Full time 9 months Modern Languages MPhil Full time 21 months Modern Languages MSt Full time 9 months Molecular Cell Biology in Health and Disease DPhil Full time 3-4 years Music DPhil Full time 3-4 years Music (Composition) MPhil Full time 21 months Music (Composition) MSt Full time 9 months Music (Musicology) MPhil Full time 21 months Music (Musicology) MSt Full time 9 months Music (Performance) MPhil Full time 21 months Music (Performance) MSt Full time 9 months Neuroscience combined MSc and DPhil Full time 4 years Neuroscience MSc Full time 1 year Oncology DPhil Full time 3-4 years Paediatrics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Particle Physics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Pharmacology DPhil Full time 3-4 years Philosophical Theology MPhil Full time 21 months Philosophical Theology MSt Full time 9 months Philosophy DPhil Full time 3-4 years Philosophy BPhil Full time 21 months Philosophy of Physics MSt Full time 9 months Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Political Theory Research MSc Full time 1 year Politics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Politics (Comparative Government) MPhil Full time 21 months Politics (European Politics and Society) MPhil Full time 21 months Politics (Political Theory) MPhil Full time 21 months Politics Research MSc Full time 1 year Primary Health Care DPhil Full time 3-4 years Primary Health Care DPhil Part time 6-8 years Sociology DPhil Full time 3-4 years Sociology DPhil Part time 6-8 years Sociology MSc Full time 1 year Study of Religions MSt Full time 9 months Surgical Science and Practice MSc Part time 2-4 years Surgical Sciences DPhil Full time 3-4 years Sustainable Approaches to Biomedical Science: Responsible and Reproducible Research EPSRC CDT Full time 4 years Theology MPhil Full time 21 months Theology MSt Full time 9 months Theology and Religion DPhil Full time 3 years Theoretical Physics DPhil Full time 3-4 years Women's and Reproductive Health DPhil Full time 3-4 years Women's and Reproductive Health DPhil Part time 8 years World Literatures in English MSt Full time 9 months

Please note that not all subjects areas or streams of a particular course may be offered by this college. Please see the college information on the relevant course page for further details. For a comprehensive list of all graduate courses available at the University of Oxford, please refer to our courses A-Z listing . 

Trinity College is located within the heart of the City of Oxford. Its spacious site, with exceptionally beautiful gardens and buildings, provides an ideal setting for graduate study.

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Trinity students are part of a fun, close-knit community perfectly situated in the heart of Oxford. The college is smaller than average in terms of student numbers, but it has great facilities including the enviable back lawns where students can be seen relaxing, building snowmen or playing croquet, depending on the time of year! Much loved members of the college include the College's cat, Artemis.

Trinity is reputed for having the best food in Oxford. All meals are reasonably priced and Trinity students certainly make the most of this as our hall is very much a part of Trinity social life. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are provided every weekday, with Brunch and Dinner at weekends. Friday evenings are quickly booked out for a delicious 4-course guest dinner. At weekends, brunch is a favourite. The hall caters incredibly well for any dietary requirement.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided for all years with both first and second years on-site, while other years are a short cycle away. On-site, there is a JCR kitchen and corridor microwaves, and off-site small groups of students share kitchens. All on-site accommodation is a single price band- seconds years choose their rooms by a random order ballot.

Extracurricular

Trinity Boat Club and our non-auditioning chapel choir are currently the largest societies. There are also many active sports teams and clubs from rugby and netball to squash and Zumba. The 'Trinity Players' produce excellent entertainment every summer and are open to participants with or without theatrical experience! Students also produce a termly newsletter, the ‘BroadSheet’. Trinity’s JCR has just been refurnished- squashy sofas, a flat screen TV with game consoles, a pool table, and table tennis make it a great place to just relax!

Welfare is well-invested in with weekly welfare drop-in sessions and well-stocked welfare teas every Friday afternoon! There are both male and female welfare reps as well as the cookie fairy and condom fairy who will visit your pigeon hole whenever you need!

Entertainment

Trinity has traditional bops at the start and end of each term in the beer cellar (another social hub of college) as well as a mid-term at a local bar or club. Drinks in the beer cellar are cheaper than high street pubs and the bar staff are very friendly making it a great place to start a great night! Commemoration balls are held every three years- the next will be in 2017!

Student testimonials

Trinity’s central location is perfect- a short stroll and you can be at whichever library, lecture, restaurant or bar you fancy! Florence, Theology and Religion, student from 2013

It’s like a home away from home- great food, great lawns, great people! Raghav, Medicine, student from 2015

Trinity has a strong academic tradition which is well balanced by its embrace of the arts and high level sport Oli, History, student from 2015

Find out more

You might also want to take a look at the Trinity alternative prospectus or the official college website .

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