You will have opportunities to refine a broad range of art and design skills in 2D and 3D areas, with a thorough grounding in research, analysis and concept development using a range of media and techniques. You will also develop an awareness of the historical, contextual and social issues relevant to art and design practice.
If you’re looking for similar courses at Aberdeen City Campus, please see HND Contemporary Art Practice and enquire about the possibility of completing just one year of study, to gain an HNC.
Everything you need to know about applying for this course.
Applicants should have a minimum of 1 course pass at Higher level or equivalent in Art and Design. A pass in English/Communication at National 5 or equivalent is also required.
Alternatively, applicants may have completed an appropriate level 6 course.
For those returning to education, life skills and experience may allow entry.
A list of materials will be sent to you before the start of the course.
HNC Art & Design (SCQF Level 7).
If English is not your first language, please view the specific English language requirements for this course.
If you are studying a full-time advanced course (HNC, HND or above), you may be entitled to funding.
You can apply for a full-time course online or using a paper form.
Open Days are a great way to find out more about this course and what it’s like to study at NESCol. You will see facilities, meet lecturers and get a feel for life as a student.
Our next Open Day will take place on 30 November 2024, register your interest.
Be among the first to apply when applications open on 30 November for full-time courses starting in summer 2025.
NESCol can provide extra support to students who have additional support needs, including:
You may be eligible for additional funding to support the cost of living, including travel costs, cost of materials, and childcare.
Find out more about the types of funding and whether you are eligible here
A bus is available to Fraserburgh Campus from a number of locations for a fee. Please contact collegetransport@nescol.ac.uk for more information.
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.
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to Year 2 of:
Students successfully completing this course may apply to university for entry into the first or second year of a related degree.
Further study in more advanced art and design courses can lead to a number of employment opportunities, in careers such as:
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“I would recommend this course to whoever thinks this is the path in life they have to take. You will find support from tutors and classmates, and you will also make some friends too.”
“The Foundation Apprenticeship has helped me grow my connections, expand on my professional skills such as accounting and communication, and add to my game design portfolio.”
“The opportunities you get with this course are amazing, and that includes what you get taught in the classroom along with the trips, events and everything in between.”
“NESCol has helped me figure it out and get ready, without feeling too rushed to go to university.”
“This was the role I went to College for and I achieved it within one year of finishing my HNC! The course gave me a good foundation to build my career from.”
“Coming to College turned out to be the best decision I could have made. I grew in confidence, and it really prepared me for university.”
“I’m living proof that it is never too late to follow your dreams. I’m amazed at how far I’ve come in such a short time and studying at NESCol really gave me the confidence to go on to university.”
“Never stop learning. Life is what you make of it. When you grow older, your priorities change. I decided to follow my heart and I am so much happier learning and being creative.”
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