Falls Road Campus

The original building, the first teacher training college in Belfast, was designed by John O'Shea and E J Byrne and opened in 1900. That building, which can still be readily identified today, was a fashionable mixture of several historical styles.

In 1958, to accommodate steadily growing numbers, a new wing containing several large lecture theatres, an assembly hall, a gymnasium and art and science rooms was opened.

In 1973 a further extension was completed comprising a language laboratory, tutorial and seminar rooms, a home economics unit, a dining hall, modern kitchens and a staff conference room.

From 1994 to 1996, a major of programme of building and refurbishment was undertaken. The College now has a new library, Learning Resource Centre, Science Department, Technology and Design Department and Physical Education Centre. In addition, the existing buildings have been refurbished to the highest standard.

The original College was opened at the beginning of the 20th century; the new St. Mary's is ready for the 21st.