Academic Calendar

Find out about important dates throughout the Academic Year, including block start and end dates, resulting week dates and the various holiday periods.

August 2025 – July 2026

Download the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar

Block 1

25 August 2025 – 23 January 2026

October Break: 13 October – 24 October
Winter Break: 22 December – 2 January

Block 2

26 January 2026 – 12 June 2026

Spring Break: 30 March – 10 April
May Day Holiday: 4 May
Resulting Weeks: 15 June – 26 June

Download the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar

There are a number of different funding options available, depending on which course you choose to study.

Funding & Support

Our Student Advice Centres are your one-stop-shop for all information and support during your time at NESCol.

Student Advice Centres

Our friendly and experienced student advisers offer appointments and drop-in sessions, as well as group sessions and workshops.

Career Help & Advice

Find all contact details for all North East Scotland College campuses and learning centres below.