96% would recommend NESCol to others.
Supported Programmes
Bringing opportunities to life.
Courses
Start your College journey with the support you need.
If you’ve ever needed support for your learning, our Learning Opportunities courses are designed with you in mind. NESCol offers a positive, safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where all students can thrive.
Our friendly and experienced staff deliver diverse courses that build essential skills for independence and active participation in the community.
You’ll grow in confidence, strengthen core skills, and discover new talents in a nurturing setting.
View all full-time supported programmes
Career opportunities
Our friendly and supportive staff are experienced in delivering a diverse and relevant curriculum to suit a range of needs. We offer courses at different levels, including general education and employability courses for school leavers and adult returners to education. We also have vocationally specific courses in key service industries. Sectors include:
- Food and Drink
- Horticulture
- Hospitality
- Retail
Where you can study
Dedicated, enthusiastic and industry experienced teaching staff guide students through their chosen course. Comprehensive online resources, engaging classroom sessions and innovative practical experiences are used to provide a springboard to future careers. Our nurturing learning environment and supportive approach aims to get the best out of every individual and ensure NESCol students fulfil their potential in employment and life.
Supported Programmes in Aberdeen
- 4,500+ students
- Fitness Suite
- 4 Cafés
- Quiet & social areas
Our Aberdeen City Campus is situated in the heart of Aberdeen city centre, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars and cafés.
Supported Programmes 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.
What our students think
More than 4,100 full-time students responded in our Student Satisfaction and Engagement Survey, covering the 2025-2026 academic year. We are delighted to share some of the feedback we received.
"Learning at college has been incredibly fun."
96% feel safe and secure at College.
"I feel very supported in my learning and staff are very helpful."
93% feel College has helped them develop knowledge and skills for the workplace.
"Staff use their industry experience well."
Student stories
Don’t take our word for it!
Andrew Robison
Preparation for Work
Andrew first completed a School-College course, before joining NESCol full-time. He has now progressed to the Qualification for Work course with hopes to work in construction in the future.
Callum Buchanan
DFN Project SEARCH
After studying at NESCol, Callum secured a place on the Project SEARCH programme. He has since secured a part-time job at Dobbies as well as an ad-hoc Leisure Attendant role with Sport Aberdeen.
Leon Lindsay
Qualification for Work
Leon first came to NESCol for a School-College course. He then joined full-time, completing both his Preparation for Work and Qualification for Work – all whilst competing in Taekwondo competitions.
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.