Virtual Open Day – March 2021

Mark Dalgarno

Media, Communication & TV

HND Advertising & PR

“I would 100% recommend NESCol. First and foremost for the obvious academic reasons and achieving a qualification. But also for being a stepping stone to lead to other opportunities, professionally and personally. It’s an environment where you’re supported and encouraged to make your own success. With the right attitude and the help of the staff and your peers, you can make that happen. “

Jo Reynolds

Art, Design & Photography

HND Photography

“The lecturers have got such diverse photography experience and they love sharing their own experience and work they’ve done… We really get a chance to sample all aspects of photography at NESCol. I also really like the facilities. The college has got their own studios, they’ve got so much different equipment, and they’ve got a dark room. So I get to experience all those things without buying the equipment.”

Lyn Taylor

Sport, Fitness & Uniformed Services

Level 3 Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science

NC Applied Science

“College has given me confidence to try challenging things out of my comfort zone. It’s better to try something and reach your full potential. I wouldn’t have considered working with children before or had the confidence to look at university degrees to consider applying for in the future. College has made me truly happy about my future and optimistic I can succeed and achieve things even at my age.”

Jekaterina Rucina

English & Languages

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

“NESCol is a huge family and everyone is there to help you – there’s a solution to any problem and answers to all of your questions. When I started I thought it would be simple because I knew some English and speak Latvian, Russian as well as German in the past – but it wasn’t easy! ESOL gave me self-confidence because I could express my thoughts more clearly. It was a great start and gave me a push to go on and study further and go on to university and follow my passion for law, which I hadn’t planned when I started at College.”

Louise Findlay

Computing

HND Digital Design & Development (Web Development)

“I enjoy Computing because it’s such a broad field. There’s a variety of skills to learn and you can easily develop a niche. No two projects will be the same and since it’s such a fast-paced field, there are always new developments to keep abreast of.

“The computing courses give you lots of practical skills and a strong foundation to expand upon.”

Julie Ingram

Hair, Beauty & Complementary Therapies

Body & Spa Therapies (VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Body & Spa Techniques)

“I think my story shows the diversity a career in Beauty Therapy can offer. Not only can it allow you to travel, work anywhere in the world, but also give you the choice to work in an established salon or set up your own business and become your own boss. The opportunities are endless. It’s such a fun, rewarding career and the job satisfaction from making your client feel better about themselves is priceless. “

Diane Shearer

Art, Design & Photography

HND Fashion & Textiles

“I was so nervous about starting College and felt uncertain about my abilities but NESCol completely changed that. I loved the course, learned so much from my lecturers and it gave me a new found confidence. It’s not easy at times being a busy Mum and juggling study but I have proven I can do it. When I started at NESCol I would never have believed I’d end up studying at a prestigious art school and firmly believe that my time at College has given me an advantage in coping with the demands of a degree. I’d say to any parents out there who feel they want a second chance at education to go for it and grab the opportunity with both hands, it really can change your life. “

Danielle Jam

Music, Sound Production & Drama

HND Acting and Performance

“If it wasn’t for College I wouldn’t have the confidence that I have now to market myself as an actor. I am the product so it’s a different kind of confidence that, I think, you need for yourself. College was definitely the first stepping stone for me – to take charge of my own career, to take the lead, make my own decisions with support and guidance from my tutors.”

Sara Giudici

Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management

Professional Cookery & Advanced Professional Cookery

“I would definitely recommend studying professional cookery at NESCol to anyone interested in hospitality or catering.  I may soon be looking for a part-time employee who is in their final year of studying at college so we could end up working together!”

Jemma Sykes

Construction

Construction Crafts &

HNC Built Environment

“One of the best things about the course was having the opportunity to gain experience in the different construction trades and broaden my knowledge of the industry as a whole. The course gave me the experience and knowledge I needed to stand out amongst the other applicants for an apprenticeship.”