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Welcome
Contents
Welcome
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Key facts
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Progression routes
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Our teaching centres
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Student Services
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Student life
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Fees and funding
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Edinburgh College
Students Association
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Accommodation
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Studying to suit you
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Your application journey
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Keep in touch
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Application process step by step
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Our campuses
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Personal statement
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Qualifications explained
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We would like to extend a warm
welcome to you as you consider
studying with us at Edinburgh
College.
With over 23,000 student
enrolments, we are one of Scotland’s
largest colleges. As well as students
who live and work in the local
area, we are delighted to welcome
students from 96 different countries
to study with us across our four
campuses in Edinburgh, Midlothian
and East Lothian.
Whatever path you choose, we
offer over 900 courses from access
to degree level and continuing
professional development to help
you achieve your future career
ambitions.
Our academic centres have skilled,
knowledgeable staff who combine
expertise in specialist areas with
industry experience to ensure our
students have the most relevant and
up to date teaching. The exciting
and progressive curriculum has
been designed to meet the needs of
industry, providing a wide variety
of vibrant, vocational and academic
courses with flexible learning
opportunities to suit all learning
needs.
We have established relationships
with employers and universities to
create a connected community that
provides you with strong links into
work or higher level study. We are
committed to ensuring our students
are prepared for a successful
career through work placements,
internships and connections with a
wide range of industries.
You will find all you need at the
college to help you get great results
and achieve your goals, but have fun
along the way.
Coming to college means making
new friends and mixing education
with a great social life. Our students
are at the heart of everything we do
and our aim is to provide you with an
excellent college experience.
We hope you will decide to join us at
Edinburgh College and look forward
to welcoming you soon.
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Key facts
95%
OVER 1,000
BUSINESS
of successful full-time
college students move
on to employment or
further study
to provide our students with
the best opportunities for
employment
23,000
student
enrolments
Edinburgh
We engage with
WITHIN 6
MONTHS OF
GRADUATING
East Lothian
Delivering courses in
Midlothian
OVER 20 COMMUNITY
OUTREACH CENTRES
JOIN OVER
23,000 STUDENTS
145 students have enrolled on our
Associate Student Degree Programmes with
GUARANTEED PLACES AT
PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
at one of the largest Colleges in Scotland
51%
of our student
population are female
49%
on successful completion of their course
of our student
population are male
We welcome
Edinburgh College is
THE BIGGEST
SINGLE PROVIDER
of students to Edinburgh Universities
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STUDENTS
FROM 96
COUNTRIES,
from Afghanistan to
Zimbabwe
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PERFORMING ARTS STUDIO SCOTLAND
One the country’s largest and most respected
training centres in the Performing Arts
SCOTLAND’S
LARGEST
ELECTRIC VEHICLE
RESEARCH PROJECT
in partnership with
SEStran, Edinburgh
University and Mitsubishi
Immersive and Controlled Environment
(ICE) Lab. A partner project with Heriot
Watt University providing mixed reality
and motion tracking technology for the
construction industry
CODESPACE
Three fully equipped
state-of the art digital
hubs supporting
entrepreneurial talent
Fully equipped TV studio
with AVID editing suites and
a 96 seat auditorium
Codespace
Our own
record label
and radio
station with professional sound recording
studios featuring the latest technology
One of Scotland’s best
highways, civil engineering and
railway track training centres
DRIVE-IN
PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO
WITH INFINITY COVING AND PROFESSIONAL DARK ROOMS
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Scotland’s first Solar
Meadow Research and
Teaching Centre with 2500
photovoltaic panels
MACTAGGART SCOTT
HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS PLC
LABORATORY
A live training laboratory for the
development of engineering skills
Wella Centre of Excellence
Creative Exchange
Business Accelerator Unit
One of only two approved
Centres in the UK
A world class workspace for the next
generation of creative entrepreneurs
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Two professionally
run student training
restaurants
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Our teaching centres
THE CENTRE FOR
CREATIVE INDUSTRIES
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INSTITUTE OF
CONSTRUCTION AND
BUILDING CRAFTS
Art and Design
Broadcast Media
Computing
Music and Sound Production
Performing Arts
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We offer some of the UK’s most exciting
and well-respected creative courses,
ranging from access to degree level.
The Institute offers a wide range
of courses from pre-apprentice to
professional development awards
which meet the demands of local and
national industry. We provide you with
the essential skills and qualifications
for progression to further study or a
successful career in the construction
and building industry.
Our lecturers work closely with
industry to ensure you are given every
opportunity to advance your skills.
We have established strong links with
universities and other colleges to
create exciting work opportuities and
exchanges abroad.
EDINBURGH
COLLEGE BUSINESS
SCHOOL
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Business and Finance
Management and Professional
Institutes
Accredited Training and
Professional Development
Our Business School offers an
extensive range of qualifications from
entry level through to postgraduate
level in business, finance and related
management disciplines.
We also provide access to high quality
part-time learning programmes in
management disciplines, accredited by
leading professional institutes.
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Built Environment, Security and
Plumbing
Carpentry, Joinery, Painting and
Decorating
Trowel Trades, Construction
and Allied Skills
ENGINEERING +
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Automotive Engineering
Engineering
Science
Electrical Engineering
Creative thinking and the ability to
problem solve are at the core of the
engineering industry and our course
portfolio covers a range of disciplines
from visualising, designing, constructing
and testing new technologies.
By working closely with industry we are
able to ensure that you develop the skills
that employers and industry leaders are
looking for.
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Our teaching centres
INTERNATIONAL
CENTRE
CENTRE FOR HEALTH,
WELLBEING AND
SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Childhood Practice
Health and Social Care
Health and Veterinary Professions
Social Sciences
Sport and Fitness
English, Communication and
Highers
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Edinburgh College has one of the largest
and most established International
centres in Scotland, focusing on English
language teaching. Our English for
Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
programme teaches English to people
whose first language is not English so
that they can live, work and study in the
UK.
Health, Wellbeing and Social Science
is our largest curriculum area. Work
placements play a significant part in
the provision of the quality learning
and teaching experience and we have
established close partnerships with
industry, universities, the NHS and local
authorities.
TOURISM AND
HOSPITALITY ACADEMY
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Travel and Tourism
Modern Languages
Professional Cookery
Hospitality, Retail and Events
Hair and Beauty
The Academy delivers a diverse
range of programmes designed to
give you training in the latest skills
and technologies required to gain
employment at the forefront of this
dynamic growth industry.
We provide clear progression routes
to the career you want with support
from teaching staff who have first hand
industry experience.
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College-based ESOL and
Teacher Training
CENTRE FOR
COLLEGE COMMUNITIES
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Access & Continuing Education
(ACE)
Community-based ESOL
New Opportunities
Community Outreach
Schools and Young People
Employability Training (WEACT)
Our community team delivers a
comprehensive programme of courses
in partnership with the local community,
schools, local authorities, employers and
agencies to ensure access for underrepresented groups in our communities.
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Student life
SPORTS
Students can take advantage of the great
sporting facilities across our campuses, both
as a study resource and as a gym member,
receiving discounted rates on all gym
memberships.
NUS EXTRA CARD
You can get discounts at many bars,
restaurants and shops throughout Edinburgh
when you become a student at Edinburgh
College.
At Milton Road campus, The Club, our stateof-the-art gym, swimming pool and spa, is
open to the general public as well as staff
and students.
HAIR & BEAUTY ACADEMIES
Edinburgh College has three hair and beauty
training salons, all of which offer the latest
in industry innovations, including luxury
spa therapies and state-of-the-art hair and
beauty treatments. These facilities are
available for students, friends and families at
very affordable prices.
RESTAURANTS
Our two fully operational training
restaurants eh15 and The Apprentice are
open to the public as well as students and
staff, providing delicious and very affordable
dining.
Applying for your NUS Extra card is simple just complete the online form at:
cards.nusextra.co.uk
STUDYING IN EDINBURGH
Whether you are already local to the area
or coming from further afield, there will
always be something for you to see and
do as a student studying in Edinburgh,
including restaurants, sights, shopping
and nightlife.
Edinburgh is spectacular, vibrant and
historical; it is regarded as one of the most
beautiful and friendly cities in the world.
Winner of the World Travel Awards,
Leading European Destination 2012,
Edinburgh has something for everyone –
stunning architecture, lots of green space,
state-of-the-art sports facilities, world
famous museums, galleries, theatres and a
lively social scene.
As the ‘City of Festivals’, Edinburgh has
an all-year round vibrancy - hosting
international film, literature and music
festivals, as well as the world’s largest arts
and dance festival in August, attracting
tens of thousands of people from
around the world and doubling the city’s
population in the process.
LEARNING RESOURCES
We have on-site libraries and resource
centres across our campuses so you’ll always
have access to a PC and place to study while
you’re at college.
You will have instant access to Moodle, the
virtual learning environment for Edinburgh
College. This can be accessed in college, at
home, or anywhere with Internet access.
WATERFRONT NURSERY
Juggling education and childcare? The
Waterfront Nursery at our Granton campus
provides high quality childcare for children
from three months to five years old.
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Edinburgh College Students’ Association
It’s all about you!
Here at Edinburgh College we put our
students at the heart of everything we do.
It’s your voice we listen to, it’s your choices
we act on, we are here to represent you.
Students’
Association
Get social!
If you have an issue with any aspect of your
college life such as funding, bursaries or
academic problems, we’re here to help.
As soon as you enrol at Edinburgh College,
you are automatically a member of
Edinburgh College Students’ Association
(ECSA) - named the Further Education
Students’ Union of the Year 2014 by the
National Union of Students.
We have offices at each campus, so we’re
available wherever you study. The team is
made up of four sabbatical officers – students
who have been elected to work full-time
for one year. The sabbatical officers are
supported by a team of three student liaison
officers, and we have one Regional President
who works across the whole College.
We make sure your voice is heard through
your Student Representative Council,
allowing you to put your ideas across to the
College Board of Management. This means
you can make a real difference as a student.
Find out more on our website
ecsaonline.co.uk or contact us on
[email protected]
Edinburgh College
You can get involved in societies, clubs,
events and trips, meet new friends; relax
and catch up in the college’s dedicated social
areas. With so many clubs and societies to
choose from there’s bound to be something
that sparks your interest:
• Animé Club
• Basketball Club
• Drama Society
• Film Club
Students’
• Gaming Society
Association
• Hockey Club
Edinburgh College
• Law Society
Visit ecsaonline.co.uk to
find out more about our
clubs and societies.
• Pagan Society
• Volleyball Club
Scotland’s
Best
Students’
Association
Edinburgh College Students’
Association was named
Student Association of the Year
at the 2014 Edinburgh College
NUS Scotland Awards.
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Your application journey
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Find the right
course for you
Browse our courses online or
book an appointment with our
Recruitment Team.
Acknowledgement
of application
Once you have submitted
your application you will
receive an acknowledgement
by email containing details of
how to monitor the progress
of your application.
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Apply Online
Invitation to
interview
For many of our courses you
will be invited to attend an
interview, for other courses
you may be asked to attend
an audition or bring in a
portfolio of work.
Once you have chosen a
course you would like to
study, it’s as simple as finding
the course entry on the
college website and clicking
on the ‘Apply Now’ button.
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Application process - step by step
APPLY ON
EDINBURGH
COLLEGE
WEBSITE FOR
COURSE(S) OF
CHOICE
OFFER OF
PLACE
ACCEPT
OFFER
3 WEEK
DEADLINE
OFFER OF
INTERVIEW
SUCCESSFUL
REFERRED
TO
ANOTHER
COURSE
PERSONAL
STATEMENT
If you are applying for
a course, you will need
to complete a personal
statement of no more
than 2000 characters.
See following page for
personal statement
guidance.
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RECEIVE
WELCOME
PACK
WELCOME
EVENT AND
REGISTER
UNSUCCESSFUL
BEGIN
STUDIES
INTERVIEWS
NEW APPLICANTS
CURRENT STUDENTS
When attending an
interview please
ensure you bring any
relevant qualification
certificates with you.
Apply online for
the course of your
choice. If you meet
the minimum entry
requirements you
may automatically
be offered a place.
Some applicants
may be invited for an
interview before being
offered a place.
If you wish to apply
to progress to the
next level of your
course apply now,
your application will
be considered by the
Assessment Board.
No interview will be
required.
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LOOKED AFTER
CHILDREN AND
CARE LEAVERS
We guarantee that we
will always offer an
interview if places are
available.
Places on courses can
fill quickly so apply as
soon as you can.
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Personal statement
PREPARE
• Know the closing date.
• List what you want to include.
• Make a draft copy (2000 characters max)
WHY ME?
TELL US WHY YOU’RE APPLYING >>
• What knowledge, skills and experience do you have?
• Show your interest in the subject.
BONUS POINTS
IMPORTANT EXTRAS >>
• Your work or volunteering experience.
• Any relevant hobbies or interests.
• Your personal qualities.
WRITE IT
TAKE YOUR TIME – DON’T RUSH IT. BE POSITIVE!
Don’t forget to check your spelling, grammar and punctuation.
First impressions are important. The stronger your personal
statement the better chance of making a successful
application!
SEND IT!
IF YOU NEED HELP TO APPLY, CALL 0131 660 1010.
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Studying to suit you
Full-Time
Modern Apprenticeships
Full-time study on our further education
courses, which include National
Qualifications such as Highers, National
Certificates and Scottish Vocational
Qualifications (SVQs) and other nonadvanced courses, generally requires you
to attend college approximately 3.5 days
per week for a year.
Full-time study of Higher National
Certificate and Diploma (HNC/D)
courses requires you to attend college
approximately 3 days a week.
Part-Time
Our part-time courses are designed to fit
around your commitments, with duration
and attendance varying between each
course.
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The college is approved by Skills
Development Scotland (SDS) to offer
the Modern Apprenticeship Scheme
to encourage employers to train young
people towards a recognised workplace
qualification.
For more information visit:
edinburghcollege.ac.uk/
modernapprenticeships
or call 0131 535 4616
Open Learning
Work-based learning
Work-based learning includes day-release
and block-release courses which allow you
to develop your skills and career prospects
while continuing to remain in employment.
Evening and Leisure
A wide range of evening courses including
languages, arts, higher qualifications and
introductory skills in subjects such as
counselling are available.
Training and Development
We offer a wide range of training and
development programmes which are
aligned with industry and Professional
Institute standards.
We have a range of flexible learning
courses which you can study at home or
at one of our campuses. You can start a
course any time and study at a pace which
suits you. A tutor will provide regular
guidance and support.
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Progression routes
Our courses have been designed to make
sure you progress towards your goals.
Whether you are looking to go straight
into employment, enhance your career
options, or move on to university or further
training, we are here to support you every
step of the way. We’ll discuss your options,
assist with further course applications,
and will even help you get started with job
searches.
Employment
With our focus on your
employability, we provide all the
support you need when looking
for a job upon completion of your
studies.
We work in partnership with
Skills Development Scotland
to help you at all stages with
professional, impartial careers
advice.
Continuing your studies
If you’re planning to continue
your studies at college whether that’s Edinburgh
College or elsewhere - we
offer advice about courses,
financial support and help
with applications.
Going to University
Edinburgh College is a fantastic
stepping stone to higher education.
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For many of our HN courses
we have an agreement with
universities that, on successful
completion, students can
progress directly to advanced
entry on a specific degree
programme.
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articulation routes.
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Associate Student Progression
Articulation Routes
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Thanks to our excellent links and
relationships with universities,
many courses allow you to progress
directly from the college to first,
second or even third year of a
degree programme.
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We offer a number of Associate
Student Degree places to support
your development. These exciting
opportunities guarantee you a place at
one of our partner universities below on
successful completion of your course:
University of Aberdeen
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh Napier University
Queen Margaret University
Click to download a copy of our
Associate Degree programme .
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Student Services
ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT
We want you to enjoy your college
experience and offer help and support
so you can achieve your full potential.
The Student Services team provides
information, advice, help and support
at every stage, sensitively and in
confidence.
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If English is not your first language, you may
want some extra support with your course
work while at college. Our English Language
Support Team will:
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STUDENT SUPPORT
Our Student Support Team is here to talk
through any support you may need to get
started and to stay on track. If you have
specific support needs and wish to discuss
how this may affect your plans to study, the
Student Support Team can help.
To ensure you have a smooth transition into
college life, you can meet with a member
of the Student Support Team before you
make your application and again at interview
and enrolment. We can help you become
more confident with skills such as planning
projects, organising your time, reading
efficiently, giving presentations, writing
reports and essays, revision techniques, exam
skills, memory skills and using the library.
We also provide confidential support and
guidance for students who have a specific
learning difficulty such as dyslexia or
dyspraxia, or who have a sensory impairment,
physical disability, health problem, mental
health problem or social or emotional
difficulties.
We are able to assist if you qualify for
the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA),
including discussing supportive technology.
Formal assessments for the DSA are carried
out in the college.
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Assess your language level before you
start your course
Help you plan and prepare for oral and
written assignments
Offer ways to improve your English,
for example: spelling, pronunciation,
grammar or using specialist vocabulary
Improve your English through use of
Computer Assisted Language Learning
(CALL) facilities
Help with any special examination
arrangements which may be available
to you
For more information on English Language
Support call: 0131 535 4716
ADVICE AND GUIDANCE
We offer free impartial information, advice
and guidance to school leavers and adults
thinking about studying at any level. We want
all our students to realise their full potential
by moving onto the right career or course.
We provide a number of resources to guide
you through this process including a Skills
Development Scotland Careers Adviser who
will advise you on all aspects of your career.
We can also help you with:
• Additional funding needs
• Accommodation assistance
• Choosing the right course
• CV development, application forms and
interview techniques
• Further and higher education
LEARNING
DEVELOPMENT TUTORS (LDT)
Every full time further education and HNC
level course with us has a dedicated LDT to
ensure that you achieve your ambitions.
Your LDT will provide guidance and advice
throughout your time at the college while
supporting your academic and personal
progress through tutorials and drop-in
sessions.
EQUALITY,
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Edinburgh College is committed to equality
of opportunity and to a culture that respects
difference. We welcome and support all
students irrespective of age, disability,
gender re-assignment, pregnancy and
maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or
sexual orientation.
We have also been awarded the Buttle
UK Quality Mark, in recognition of our
commitment to young people in and leaving
care.
You can call our Course Information Line on 0131 660 1010, email
[email protected] for help to apply or to make an
appointment to receive face-to face information and advice.
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Fees and funding
When you’re considering starting college,
it’s important to think about funding and
how you’ll pay for some of the costs that
come with being a student. Funding can vary
depending on the level of your course and
whether you study full or part-time.
You may also be able to claim financial help
towards the cost of registered childcare
throughout your studies.
Some courses may require you to pay for
additional kit costs which are necessary for
your studies. This will be discussed with you
during the enrolment process.
Accommodation
ACCOMMODATION
Living on campus is the ideal way to
make new friends and get the full
student experience. Edinburgh College is
proud to offer some of the best student
accommodation available in Edinburgh.
Keep in touch
Our campuses
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MILTON ROAD CAMPUS:
The college maintains a purpose-built
residential complex at Milton Road campus,
available to rent once an application form
has been completed. Click to download an
application form.
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GRANTON CAMPUS
350 WEST GRANTON ROAD
Edinburgh
EH5 1QE
GRANTON:
Students can also apply for accommodation
at Granton campus, provided through CRM
Students.
MIDLOTHIAN CAMPUS
46 DALHOUSIE ROAD
Dalkeith
EH22 3FR
To apply for a place at Granton campus,
please fill out the online application form at:
crm-students.com
For more
information
about how
to fund your
course, childcare
funding and
what you may
Funding
information
be entitled to
while studying
at college,
download
our funding
prospectus at edinburghcollege.ac.uk
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Each campus offers a safe and comfortable
environment with meal options, no utility
bills and excellent transport links to the four
campuses. Milton Road student residents
also receive a membership to the Club Gym
and Spa (terms and conditions apply).
MILTON ROAD CAMPUS
24 MILTON ROAD EAST
Edinburgh
EH15 2PP
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SIGHTHILL CAMPUS
BANKHEAD AVENUE
Edinburgh
EH11 4DE
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Alternatively you can contact us for course
information by emailing:
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Qualifications Explained
Edinburgh College offers a range of nationally and
internationally recognised courses across a wide
variety of subjects. The course you choose will
depend on your current qualifications, experience
and career aspirations.
The majority of qualifications we offer are from
the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). These
courses are designed to prepare you for further study
or to progress directly to employment.
Many HN Courses allow you to progress directly
from College to Year 1, Year 2 or in some instances
even Year 3 of a University Degree.
The SCQF framework allows you to understand the
full range of Scottish qualifications and how they
relate to each other. Click here to see the framework.
Please visit scqf.org.uk for further details.
Training Programmes
MODERN APPRENTICESHIPS (MA)
MAs are a great way to combine work experience,
college practical learning and theory to make sure
you are fully prepared for industry.
Each MA framework is specific to a particular
industry or sector and contains three main elements:
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A relevant SVQ (or competency based
qualification)
Core skills
Industry specific training
You must be in employment before starting your
college training.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
The College works in partnership with industry
bodies to deliver a wide range of professional
qualifications to further your career. Courses can be
full-time, part-time, evening classes or block release
while you work.
For more information please visit:
edinburghcollege.ac.uk/training
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