My Essentials

Getting started with College computers and systems

You’re enrolled – what’s next? Here’s how to log in and get connected.

Your login details

Once you’ve enrolled, you’ll get:

• An 8-digit Student Number (this is your username)
• A 16-character password

You can find these in MyInfo or they’ll be emailed to your personal address.

Use your Student Number and password to log in to any College system.

Microsoft 365

Start by logging in to Microsoft 365. The first time you sign in, you’ll need to:

1. Set up Self-Service Password Reset – so you can change your password anytime.

2. Set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) – for extra security.

You’ll be asked for a mobile number or alternative email. You can choose to get MFA codes by text or use an authenticator app.

Change your initial password to something memorable as soon as possible.

Connecting to WiFi

To get online at College:

1. Select the NESCol WiFi network on your device.
2. Follow the connection guide on MyNESCol.
3. Once set up, your device should connect automatically when you’re on campus.

Need help? Visit the Student IT HelpZone.

Please remember: using the College WiFi means you agree to follow the Acceptable Use Policy for Students.

There are many things that you have to be aware of as a student. This includes things like course funding, childcare and grants, as well as other essentials that affect your life outside of College, such as accommodation, council tax and insurance.

Find out more about funding for students, benefits and childcare funding.

There are lots of ways to keep in touch with the College, and stay updated on all things NESCol – whether it’s events, important announcements or student showcases.

My NESCol

My NESCol is our student Intranet – it’s where you will get all your College news and events updates, and access information about facilities, student support, absence management and more. Download the app (My NESCol Hub) and log in using your College log in details.

Social Media

One of the best way to stay ‘in the know’ is to follow us on social media.

For a list of all social media pages, including the official pages and course/facility-specific pages, visit our Social Media webpage.

Student Email

It’s very important to check your student email account regularly, as this is the main method of communication that the College use to provide you with important information about your course, student support and other key aspects of being at student at the College. It is also the way that the Students’ Association will use to update you on key developments or opportunities.

Student Status Letters

If you require a letter confirming your student status, you can request this using the online request form on My NESCol or by sending an email to Centraladmin@nescol.ac.uk

Please ensure that you provide us with your full name, date of birth, course code and the reason you require the letter (this helps us make sure we are issuing the correct letter). At this time we are only able to post letters or send a PDF letter to you by email so please let us know how you would like to receive your letter. Letters will be ready 5 working days after we receive your request, however should you have any queries please contact us on 01224 612301.

Council Tax

Every Year the college sends a list of every full-time student to Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Councils. The councils use this list to help them award discounts to council tax. Please ensure that you apply for discounts directly to the council however because we notify them of your student status you do not need to request a letter from us to confirm your attendance. If you are resident in an area outwith Aberdeen City or Shire then you can request a letter confirming your attendance for council tax. To do this please complete the Student Status Request form which can be found on My NESCol or email the College Administrators on Centraladmin@nescol.ac.uk