Entry Requirements
No formal qualifications required.
Why take this course?
This course is the perfect course to support your transition into College – ideal for anyone not sure about what they want to study. It is an opportunity to experience College studies, sampling a number of subject areas to help you plan your future studies in an area that genuinely interests you.
You will be well supported throughout this course to help you become accustomed to learning at College by getting a sample of different subjects in different learning contexts.
What you will experience
This course will give learners an insight into Care, Sport, Social Studies, Enterprise, Wellbeing and Personal Development.
Your learning will take place in College classrooms but also on other College sites, with some focus on outside learning at appropriate College facilities.
You will experience a course with variety, and a hands-on-learning approach, supported by dedicated lecturers who will help you to make informed choices about progression to more specific courses, or to potential employment.
How do I pay for this course?
If you are studying a full-time non-advanced course (below HNC level), you may be entitled to funding.
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
This course could lead to a number of SCQF Level 4/5 courses in Social & Health Care, Early Education & Childcare, Sport, Business Professions, and Social Sciences.
Student Stories
Bryan Campbell
Art, Design & Photography
HND Visual Communication
“I’m a huge champion of the College and the value of practical courses they offer. My time there undoubtedly contributed to the career I have today and there is a large alumni of talented creatives working in agencies and freelance both locally, nationally and indeed globally who started out from NESCol.”
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Sarah Jane McKay
Care
HNC Childhood Practice
“I found studying at Fraserburgh campus very enjoyable, the staff motivated me to work hard and there were always plenty of opportunities to expand my learning and knowledge. When I first left school I had no confidence and doubted my abilities, NESCol changed that. “
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Kelly Ann Denholm
Business & Management
HND Accounting
“I loved the course and for the first time in my life felt properly challenged. It was strange at first when teaching went online but with the support of friends made on the course and the lecturers, we all got each other through.
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Regan Gray
Art, Design & Photography
HND Textiles
“NESCol is a great college – it has a really relaxed atmosphere and is in a great location. It was so easy to get to after dropping my son off at nursery, and the lecturers are so encouraging and involved.”
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Hollie Dunn
Social Sciences
HND Social Sciences
“My time at college helped me see that I actually wanted to study psychology at university rather than a more broad-based social sciences course. If I hadn’t gone to college first, I wouldn’t have had the chance to discover that so I’m really glad I had the opportunity to properly explore the subject area before making a final decision.”
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Susie Crane
Care
HNC Childhood Practice
“I had the life experience but not the right professional qualifications. To open the door to the big opportunities as an Early Years Practitioner I knew had to gain HNC Childhood Practice and then a degree – that’s when I applied to College.”
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Hannah Bisset
Art, Design & Photography
HND Photography and HND Visual Communication
“I didn’t really enjoy the subjects I learned at school, so I think the best part of studying at college was being able to choose what I wanted to study. I was able to gain knowledge in something I was extremely passionate about which made a huge difference.”
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Joe Lewis
Business & Management
HNC Business, SCQF Level 7
“I’d like to stay within football but on the business side. I’m not 100% certain on that, that’s where I think the HNC in Business is great foundation.”
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Karen Watson
Part-time
Sport and Exercise Massage (Introductory & SCQF Level 6) followed by HNC Soft Tissue Therapy
“The evening class was a revelation. I never dreamt of a different career path but I just got completely hooked!”
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Kimberley Rodgers
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Introduction to Manicure
“Anyone can do the course – it’s great for anyone who wants to learn something new for themselves.”
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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.
You can apply for a place on this course by completing an online application form, which you can access using the ‘Apply Online’ button. Once completed, this will be received by our Admissions Team who will then process your application.
Fraserburgh Campus
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Starts 07 Feb 2022
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Duration 5 months (typically 3 days a week)
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Course Code RJMRT
Aberdeen City Campus
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Starts 07 Feb 2022
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Duration 5 months (typically 3 days a week)
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Course Code QJMRS
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
Full-time Application Form
Full-time Application Process
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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