95% of full-time students would recommend NESCol to others
Construction
Your future starts here.
Courses
Help to shape our world with a career in one of Scotland’s biggest industries: construction!
Whether you see yourself as a self-employed tradesperson, or contributing to projects like school and housing construction, you’ll make a real impact on communities.
With the ongoing energy transition, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with new technologies and sustainable solutions.
At our Fraserburgh and Altens campuses, our realistic training spaces offer the perfect environment for hands-on learning. You’ll be guided by experienced staff, ensuring you’re prepared for your career with in-demand skills.
View all full-time construction courses
As well as a host of full-time courses, we also offer part-time and distance learning in construction where you can study at a location near you or choose to study online.
26,1000
construction workers required in Scotland by 2028¹
Career opportunities
Architectural Technician, BIM Technician, Bricklayer, Building Services Technician, Building Surveyor, Construction Manager, Construction Supervisor, Joiner, Painter and Decorator, Planner, Plumber, Quantity Surveyor and Site Manager.
13,050
employers in Scotland's construction industry²
Where you can study
From replica home heating systems and circuit rigs for plumbing and electrical engineering students, to full scale interiors in the painting and decorating department and joinery and brickwork workshops, Altens and Fraserburgh campuses provide realistic training spaces that bring the construction disciplines to life.
Study Construction in Aberdeen
- 500+ students
- Fitness Suite
- 2 Cafés
- Quiet & social areas
Our Aberdeen Altens Campus houses many of the engineering, construction and automotive courses on offer.
Study Construction in Fraserburgh
- 950+ students
- Fitness Suite
- 2 Cafés
- Quiet & social areas
The bright and modern Fraserburgh Campus provides a fantastic environment for NESCol students, staff and visitors.
Study part-time
Part-time courses are offered at locations throughout the region.
What our students think
More than 3,000 students responded in our Student Satisfaction and Engagement Survey, covering the 2023-2024 academic year. We are delighted to share some of the feedback we received.
“The quality of education here is very high.”
96% of full-time students feel safe and secure at College
“I am happy to be part of the NESCol community. The staff are of a very supportive nature.”
92% of full-time students feel College has helped them develop knowledge and skills for the workplace
“I've loved learning about how the industry works and getting a better insight into what I can do.”
Student stories
Don’t take our word for it!
Get in touch
Our student advisers can help with any application enquiries.
Contact the team directly by calling 01224 612330, dropping into your local Student Advice Centre, or by emailing studentadvice@nescol.ac.uk. Student advisors are also available on LiveChat when the chat icon appears at the bottom of our website.
¹ Source: Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
² Source: Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)