Entry Requirements
Ability to work at National 2+ with support.
Why take this course?
This course is aimed at school leavers with additional learning needs, who are looking to develop essential skills for employment. The course gives you the chance to try out different vocational areas, whilst building on Core Skills established at school. The course encourages and promotes independent learning, and acts as a fun and diverse introduction to the world of work and further education.
What you will experience
- Personal Development
- Enterprise
- Communication
- Numeracy
- Vocational subjects (Hospitality, Retail, Horticulture, Bakery, Social Subjects, Joinery)
- Health and Wellbeing (inc Sport and Fitness)
- Digital Media
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before applying to this course.
What you will get
SQA units and vocational tasters.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, please view the specific English language requirements for this course.
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.
How to apply to NESCol
You can apply for a full-time course online or using a paper form.
Open Days
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.
Do you need extra support?
NESCol can provide extra support to students who have additional support needs, including:
- learning difficulties or disabilities
- physical or sensory disabilities
- mental health and wellbeing concerns
- are care experienced or young carers
How do I cover the cost of living?
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
College transport to Fraserburgh
You may be eligible for College transport to Fraserburgh Campus from a number of locations. Please contact collegetransport@nescol.ac.uk for more information.
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
On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the following courses at North East Scotland College:
Student Stories
Scott Fraser
Engineering
Electrical Installation Apprenticeship
“During my apprenticeship I’ve been involved a lot in domestic properties – rewiring houses, kitchens, bathrooms and full rewires of new houses plus some small industrial work as well. it’s been a lot of fun and I’ve learnt a lot of new things.”
Read more about Scott's story
Rebecca Thomson
Business & Management
Business & Administration Apprenticeship
“I really enjoyed returning to the academic side of things and I would like to think that this apprenticeship will stand me in good stead for further development at Dr Gray’s.”
Read more about Rebecca's story
Lewis Gordon
Business & Management
Business & Administration Apprenticeship
“This vocational route has allowed me to get a good balance between work and my social life, and have healthy finances!”
Read more about Lewis's story
Paige Dixon
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Hairdressing Apprenticeship
“I really enjoyed being in the salon and doing all on the job training, it was really good.”
Read more about Paige's story
Keiran Laing
Construction
Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship
“Every day is different so there is a good variety.”
Read more about Keiran's story
Maureen Morgan
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship
“I look to get my Crane Op tickets which will make me the first female Crane Operator in the North Sea.”
Read more about Maureen's story
Heidi Ward
Construction
Painting & Decorating Apprenticeship
“To any other girls who are thinking of a career in construction: stick with it! NESCol will give you skills for a lifelong career as well as the opportunity to explore creatively.”
Read more about Heidi's story
Alix Jamieson
Media, Communication & TV
HND Creative Industries: TV
“I have grown as a person. I loved my time at NESCol, being around like-minded people, collaborating with them and focusing on my passion.”
Read more about Alix's story
HNC Complementary Therapies graduates
Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies
HNC Complementary Therapies
The first group of HNC Complementary Therapies students graduated from NESCol.
READ MORE ABOUT THIS STORY
Dany Dupuy
Creative Industries
HND Acting & Performance
“I really enjoyed my time at NESCol. It really made me focus my sights on a career path in screen acting and I am confident that the skills I have developed at college have given me a great start.”
Read more about Dany's story
Applications
North East Scotland College offers hundreds of courses each year, apply for one now.
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
Aberdeen City Campus
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Starts 24 Aug 2020
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Duration 1 Year (typically 4 days a week in college)
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Course Code QJOSS
Full-time Application Form
Full-time Application Process
Fraserburgh Campus
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Starts 24 Aug 2020
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Duration 1 Year (typically 4 days a week in college)
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Course Code RKOSS
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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