Your Future

Further information on what happens after successfully completing your College course

When it comes to leaving College and moving on – whether that is to continue with your education elsewhere or at university, or whether you are progressing directly into work – North East Scotland College has various arrangements in place to ensure you have the support you need.

University Links

On completing your course at North East Scotland College, you may decide that university is the next step for you. Depending on the course you have studied, you could gain direct entry into year two or three of a degree programme. This is something that many students aspire to, so the College has developed strong links with universities across the Scotland.

Find out more

Getting into Work

Many students progress to work or further education upon completion of a course at North East Scotland College, but there are lots of other options you can consider.

Keep in Touch

We urge past students to keep in touch and update us on further achievements. If you have something you’d like to share then please let us know – it could be anything from securing employment, completing a university degree, winning a competition or award or returning to College!

Gap Years

A Gap Year is an excellent opportunity to develop your personal skills and can be a positive and life-changing experience. It should be well-planned and well thought out, structured and relevant to your future plans. If successful, it can help inform decisions relevant to your future career.

Ensure that you research your options, are aware of possible costs involved and seek advice on the suitability and reliability of the companies offering Gap Year opportunities. Useful websites include:

Gap Advice
Website: www.gapadvice.org

GapGurU
Website: www.gapguru.com

Gapwork
Website: www.gapwork.com

VSO
Website: www.vsointernational.org

Worldwide Volunteering
Website: www.wwv.org.uk

Year Out Group
Website: www.yearoutgroup.org

George Madgett

Computing

HNC Computing

“By sharing my experience I hope I can inspire anyone with autism.”

Lynn-Marie Duncan

Art, Design & Photography

HNC Art and Design

“I am really enjoying experimenting with mixed media especially textiles”

Kelsey Leigh Grant

Art, Design & Photography

Art & Design

“I had a fantastic experience at college, I would return tomorrow if I could. The best thing for me was the support. The lecturers are fantastic.”

Cheryl Buchan

Media, Communication & TV

HNC Media, Analysis & Production

“The lecturers are genuine professionals and have endless experience within the industry. They also come from quite impressive backgrounds which is inspiring. Also, I must say, the college doesn’t hold back when it comes to buying the best equipment – it’s actually as good as the equipment I work with now.”

Andrew MacLellan

Media, Communication & TV

HND Creative Industries: TV

“I will always cherish my time at North East Scotland College. Over two years I was introduced to the key skills behind the production of Film and Television, skills that I still use and value to this day, such as camera operation and video editing. We received great mentoring from our lecturers, all of whom were experienced in their field and highly knowledgeable.”

Jenny Anderson

Art, Design & Photography

HND Photography

“I never thought I would enjoy education, but college changed that. It kept me focused and let me freely practice what I loved. The facilities at the college are next level, and allow students to fully conduct their own professional shoots.”

Tiana Milne-Wilson

Music, Sound Production & Drama

HND Acting & Performance

“My time at college really helped me grow. It gave me the foundation on which to continue building skills and confidence.”

Svetlana Mateeva

Engineering

Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 – Electrical

“I was advised that the best course to get me started was the Performing Engineering Operations Level 2 – Electrical. 80% of it is based in the workshop learning practical skills – and this is how I learn.”

Bob Munro

Creative Industries

HND Sound Production

“I’ve now been Guitar Technician with Blossoms for about two-and-a-half years. This, along with some more networking, has helped me pick up work with Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Frank Carter, Shed Seven, Two Door Cinema Club and even Gerry Cinnamon!”

Ami Batchelor

Business & Management

HND Advertising & PR

“This course will benefit you in more ways than one and the lecturers are some of the best people you’ll get to meet.”