Entry requirements
There are no formal entry qualifications required for this course.
Why take this course?
This course will introduce you to British Sign Language, and provide you with a good base knowledge.
What you will experience
You will start to learn to use BSL to for establishing social and business relations, and for communicating information, pleasure and vocational needs in informal and formal, everyday and vocational situations.
Topics and skills include:
- Exchanging personal information with BSL users
- Obtaining and providing goods and services
- How to understand simple presentations in a range of situations
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before booking this course.
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
Learners can progress to British Sign Language SCQF Level 4:
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Kelsey Leigh Grant
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Art & Design
“I had a fantastic experience at college, I would return tomorrow if I could. The best thing for me was the support. The lecturers are fantastic.”
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Cheryl Buchan
Media, Communication & TV
HNC Media, Analysis & Production
“The lecturers are genuine professionals and have endless experience within the industry. They also come from quite impressive backgrounds which is inspiring. Also, I must say, the college doesn’t hold back when it comes to buying the best equipment – it’s actually as good as the equipment I work with now.”
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Andrew MacLellan
Media, Communication & TV
HND Creative Industries: TV
“I will always cherish my time at North East Scotland College. Over two years I was introduced to the key skills behind the production of Film and Television, skills that I still use and value to this day, such as camera operation and video editing. We received great mentoring from our lecturers, all of whom were experienced in their field and highly knowledgeable.”
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Jenny Anderson
Art, Design & Photography
HND Photography
“I never thought I would enjoy education, but college changed that. It kept me focused and let me freely practice what I loved. The facilities at the college are next level, and allow students to fully conduct their own professional shoots.”
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Tiana Milne-Wilson
Music, Sound Production & Drama
HND Acting & Performance
“My time at college really helped me grow. It gave me the foundation on which to continue building skills and confidence.”
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Svetlana Mateeva
Engineering
Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 – Electrical
“I was advised that the best course to get me started was the Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 – Electrical. 80% of it is based in the workshop learning practical skills – and this is how I learn.”
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Bob Munro
Creative Industries
HND Sound Production
“I’ve now been Guitar Technician with Blossoms for about two-and-a-half years. This, along with some more networking, has helped me pick up work with Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Frank Carter, Shed Seven, Two Door Cinema Club and even Gerry Cinnamon!”
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Ami Batchelor
Business & Management
HND Advertising & PR
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Applications
Please note: Course delivery – in response to Covid -19, courses may be delivered through a blend of campus-based classes and/or remote learning. Please check at time of booking. All classroom environments follow strict government social distancing guidelines to ensure the health and safety of students, staff and visitors.
Please note that this service will only accept credit or debit card payment for the full course fee.
If you are eligible for Remission of Fees then you must complete this booking form and supply the relevant fee waiver documents to one of our Campuses or Centres. Some courses are not eligible for fee waiver applications. For further information please contact our Student Advice Centre.
Aberdeen City Campus
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Starts 25 Jan 2021
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Duration 16 Weeks
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Day Monday
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Time 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Course Code YCMSL-E202A
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Fees £110
Inverurie Learning Centre
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Starts 26 Jan 2021
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Duration 16 Weeks
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Day Tuesday
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Time 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Course Code YCMSL-E202C
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Fees £110
Aberdeen City Campus
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Starts 28 Jan 2021
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Duration 16 Weeks
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Day Thursday
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Time 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Course Code YCMSL-E202B
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Fees £110
Completed forms should be signed and returned to us at the following freepost address:
The Student Information & Admissions Manager
North East Scotland College
FREEPOST RTJJ-TXBA-AEZS
Aberdeen City Campus
Gallowgate
Aberdeen
Scotland
UK AB25 1BN
Part-time Booking Form
Waiver 1 Form
Employer Booking Form
Please note that timetabling changes can often occur after the Part-time Course Guide is published, and as a result the printed version of the guide may not hold the most up-to-date information.
We therefore advise you that all start dates and times listed on the website are at all times accurate, and should be used as your main point of reference before booking your course.
If you take up a place on a College course, at the start of the course you will be asked to sign an enrolment form. In signing the form and/or taking up a place on a College course, you will enter into a contract with the College and be bound by the North East Scotland College Standard Terms and Conditions of Study. Copies of the Terms and Conditions are available for inspection on notice boards and at various locations throughout the College, at the College Reception, on the College website: nescol.ac.uk, or can be obtained on request from the Student Funding and Admissions Manager, North East Scotland College, Aberdeen City Campus, Gallowgate, Aberdeen AB25 1BN. Please note that courses are offered subject to (a) there being sufficient numbers of enrolments and (b) the availability of resources. The College reserves its right (i) not to run courses where the number of students is considered insufficient or where resources are unavailable and (ii) in certain circumstances, to refuse admission to an individual applicant.
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