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open days
For information and advice on
Full-time and Part-time courses
Saturday 8 November 2014
10.00am – 2.00pm
Aberdeen City Campus & Aberdeen Altens Campus
Thursday 13 November 2014
4.30pm – 7.30pm
Fraserburgh Campus
Come along to one of our information
days or open evenings where our
friendly and helpful staff will be happy
to answer any questions you have
relating to courses starting in 2015.
Saturday 14 March 2015
10.00am – 2.00pm
Aberdeen City Campus, Aberdeen Altens Campus
& Aberdeen Craibstone Campus
Thursday 19 March 2015
4.30pm – 7.30pm
Fraserburgh Campus
Contents
ABOUT US 3-21
Full-time Courses 23-118
Help & Advice 121-130
The Next Step 131-147
Index148
Application Form 149-152
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About Us
pages 4-21
Welcome 4
our campuses & centres 6-11
Help & Guidance 12-15
school links 16
students’ association 17
QUALIFICATIONS EXPLAINED 19
SCQF FRAMEWORK
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Welcome to North East Scotland College
To create one college from two is no easy task and a lot of work has been going on
behind the scenes, but what does all this mean to you?
Since the merger of Aberdeen College and Banff &
Buchan College on 1st November 2013, the newly
formed North East Scotland College has entered into
an exciting new phase.
In this, our first combined prospectus, we offer you a wealth of courses across Aberdeen
and Aberdeenshire. You can now study in the city or close to home in Ellon, Inverurie,
Fraserburgh or Macduff – the choice is yours.
About to leave school?
For those who are leaving school and making big decisions about their future, we’re
here to help. Our wide range of courses and subjects mean there’s a lot of choice, and
we welcome any enquiry you might have before applying.
Returning to education?
If it’s been a while since you studied – whether at school, college or university level –
we have a range of courses available from full-time and part-time learning to flexible,
self-study courses. Whilst at College you’ll meet many other students who are also
returning to learning, so whatever your age and background this is a great chance to
continue your education!
Currently employed?
We offer a comprehensive range of courses which are designed to meet the current
and emerging needs of people who are currently in work.
Employers and Businesses
Our business and vocational training services are specially designed to help you
develop your workforce.
And that’s not all....
The personal touch
We have friendly and helpful teams of tutors and Student Services staff who are on
hand to help you get the most from your College experience. Our class sizes are small
and support and guidance is on hand should you require advice or someone to chat
through any concerns.
Cutting edge facilities
We pride ourselves in having the most up-to-date facilities available for you – with IT
Centres and Library+ in all campuses, fitness suites, common rooms and cafés, coupled
with specialist training facilities including: Engineering, a Welding Technology Centre,
TV, Radio & Recording Studios, Hair & Beauty Salons, Training Restaurants and Kitchens,
a Studio Theatre and Music Practice Rooms, fantastic Computer Hardware Labs and
much, much more.
Courses for everyone
It doesn’t matter what qualifications you leave school with – there are levels to suit
everyone and opportunities to progress from introductory level courses to Higher
National Certificates and Diplomas. You simply enter at the level which suits your ability
and experience.
A brighter future
Whatever your future goals are, we can help. If you plan to continue with your studies,
we have agreements in place with 11 universities and, as a result, all of our HND courses
have articulation routes to a degree, allowing you to make a smooth transition from
the College to university.
However, we understand that not everyone wants to go on to university and so we
offer many vocational qualifications for a wide range of occupations including Care,
Catering, Engineering, Hairdressing, and Automotive. Some courses can be studied at
your workplace, others at the College or by a mix of College attendance and workplace
training.
We also offer work experience in many of our courses. As such, we have close working
relationships with the local business community and strong partnerships with national
and international businesses who could well be your future employer!
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Our
Campuses
Some of our courses are only offered at one Campus, but for other courses you will have a choice when it comes
to where you study. Please see Where will I study? at the foot of each course description (Courses Section pages
24-118) for Campus options.
Aberdeen City Campus
Our Aberdeen City Campus is based in the heart of the
bustling and cosmopolitan city centre, close to the main
shopping areas, cafés and restaurants. The Campus has
a modern and relaxing environment, and boasts excellent
facilities for students, including:
Specialist training facilities:
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Gate 63 Restaurant
Computer Hardware Labs
in:tuition – Hair & Beauty Salons
Science Labs
Basement Studios & Theatre
Photography Studios
TV, Sound & Radio Production Studios.
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Fitness Suite & Sports Hall
IT Centre
Library+
Student Common Room
Dino’s Cafe
Student Refectories & Student Shop.
The Campus is widely accessible and is extremely well
connected to local and national transport links. You will
also find our Information & Booking Centre here, where you
can go with any questions regarding course information or
course bookings.
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Aberdeen Craibstone Campus
Our Animal Care courses run at our Aberdeen Craibstone
Campus, based next to the Scottish Rural College (SRUC
Aberdeen) on the Craibstone Estate. This beautiful woodland
area provides the perfect setting for courses relating to the
health and welfare of animals, and is conveniently situated
on the outskirts of Aberdeen. Here you will work closely with
Shetland ponies, snakes, ferrets, rabbits, turtles and more!
Students enjoy the use of:
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Aberdeen City Campus
Animal Care Centre
Library and IT facilities
Student Refectory and Shop
Lounge, TV and Snooker Room
Floodlit Astroturf Sports Area
Multi-gym, Sauna and Steam Room
Woodland and hill walks
Walled garden and Arboretum
Pay and play 18-hole golf course
Practice Putting Green
Free car parking.
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Our
Campuses
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Our Aberdeen Altens Campus is situated within the Altens
Industrial Estate, not far from Aberdeen city centre. The
building is designed to have lots of open, social areas and
is extremely well resourced in its training facilities. This
is where many of our engineering, construction and
automotive students are based. At Aberdeen Altens Campus
you will find:
Specialist training facilities:
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Construction Building
(housing Brickwork, Joinery and Plumbing students)
Engineering Workshops
Motor Vehicle Workshop
Fabrication and Welding Area
Specialist Labs.
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Library+
Skyliner Restaurant
The Engine Room and Z-Bar Refectories
Fitness Suite
Student Common Room
Student Parking.
Fraserburgh Campus
Our Fraserburgh Campus is a bold, bright and modern
facility based just outside of Fraserburgh town centre, with
excellent car parking facilities and transport links. Amongst
our facilities there you’ll find:
Specialist facilities:
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Welding Technology Centre
Machine and Motor Vehicle Workshops
General Building Workshop
The Wallace Restaurant and Bressuire Bistro
The Salon.
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Library+ and Quiet Study Area
Student Refectory
Fitness Suite and Sports Hall
Busy B’s Nursery.
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Macduff Learning Centre
learning
centres
Our Macduff Learning Centre is a great facility based on Fife Street.
It’s very well equipped to serve the local community and a range
of full-time and part-time courses run from this centre. You’ll find:
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Easy access to computers
Library
Student social area
Vending machines for refreshments.
Ellon Learning Centre
The Ellon Learning Centre is an accessible community facility based
in the centre of the town, right next to Ellon Academy. A range of
full-time and part-time courses run from this Centre, which is well
equipped with classrooms, social areas and IT facilities.
Please note that from August 2015, the Ellon Learning Centre will
move and become an annexe of the new school building currently
being built.
North East Scotland College students will have separate access,
and there will be multiple classrooms, social space and an outdoor
area specifically designed for construction projects. A practical
work area will accommodate school-based groups for Skills for
Work programmes, concentrating on subjects like energy and
engineering. The new Learning Centre will also accommodate some
HN courses, and a number of flexible courses.
Inverurie Learning Centre
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The Inverurie Learning Centre has three spacious classrooms,
including a modern and well-equipped IT suite. There is a small,
comfortable area with tables and chairs where students can relax,
and a vending machine where you can grab a refreshment. The
Centre is very well located in the centre of Inverurie – just a two
minute walk from shops, cafés and restaurants – and has excellent
disabled access, with no stairs and a ramp at the main entrance.
scottish maritime academy
Scottish Maritime Academy
transport links
Based in Peterhead, the Scottish Maritime Academy is our nautical centre of excellence.
Students who train here will work closely with industry-specific specialist equipment
such as our Transas Full Mission Bridge Simulator, fast rescue craft and jet boat,
simulator work stations, chartrooms, and our GMDSS Radio Room.
Getting to and from College is a big part of day
to day life as a student. All of our Campuses and
Centres are easily accessible via First Group or
Bluebird services, so you don’t need to worry
about getting to and from class.
More information on our Fishing, Merchant Navy or short courses can be found in our
dedicated prospectus – download from:
www.smaritime.co.uk or call 01779 476204.
Up-to-date information on routes may be
obtained directly from the bus companies, from
the College’s Information & Booking Centre at our
Aberdeen City Campus, or from the Admissions
Office at our Fraserburgh Campus.
Alternatively, the College provides transport
to our Fraserburgh Campus from Huntly/
Turriff, Peterhead, Inverurie, Ellon and Buckie
areas. There are also buses from Aberdeen city
centre to and from our Altens and Craibstone
Campuses.
For more information on transportation, visit
the website: www.nescol.ac.uk/transport or
have a look on our Virtual Learning Environment
Blackboard, under the ‘Help’ tab.
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We’re with you all the way
Our dedicated team of enthusiastic and approachable staff are here to offer support and guidance
on a range of aspects relating to student life.
Pre-entry Guidance
For pre-entry and application guidance and advice, the Information & Booking Centre at our Aberdeen City Campus and our Admissions
Office at our Fraserburgh Campus are both staffed by highly trained professionals with years of experience in working with students and
helping them though the application process.
Money Matters
Money is a very important consideration when coming to College. You can organise an appointment with one of our Student Advisers before you book on to a course – this
means you’ll get a better idea of how affordable coming to College is given your financial circumstances.
Childcare
We understand that coming to College can be difficult for parents, especially when it comes to securing suitable childcare. Our Student Advisers can help you find out more
about the funding available, making the combination of family life and study easier for you.
Fraserburgh Campus has its very own nursery on campus, providing you with the option of studying whilst your child is close at hand. The popular Busy B’s Nursery can cater
for children between the ages of six months up to five years and is open five days a week from 08.45 to 16.15 during term-time.
Applying for a course
For most courses a ‘first come, first served’ approach is adopted in offering places to those with the necessary entry requirements, so apply for your course early to increase
your chances of securing a place! For some courses, there is a formal selection process to identify the people most suited to the course, and to place them at the right level
of study.
The application process normally takes six to eight weeks (although at peak times it can take longer). After that you will be notified by post as to whether or not your application
was successful. If you are offered a place it’s important to accept your offer – your offer letter will tell you how to do this.
Some courses are in very high demand, so you may not be offered a place on your first choice of course. In the unfortunate circumstance that we are unable to offer you a
place, you will be put on a waiting list and we’ll keep in touch. There are always people who change their mind and places can become available throughout the summer, even
on high demand courses.
For all enquiries, your first point of contact should be our Information & Booking Centre. Call 0300 330 5550 or email [email protected] to discuss your options, or to
arrange an appointment with one of our advisors.
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Guidance Tutor
You will have a designated Guidance Tutor who will act as your key point of
contact for all matters relating to your course, progress and attendance, as well
as any personal matters you may want to discuss. Our Guidance Tutors work
closely with the lecturing teams and will support you with various issues that may
affect your learning whilst at College.
Learning Support
North East Scotland College is an inclusive and diverse college, and our Learning Development Centre is in place
to offer learning support and advice to all students studying in Aberdeen. For students studying in Fraserburgh,
Macduff or Ellon, pop into the Student Services workroom at the Fraserburgh Campus where staff are available
to help.
Careers & Employability
Not sure what you want to do after you leave College, or the opportunities that your choice of course could
lead to? Our Careers & Employability Team is on hand to help with any enquiries and each of our enthusiastic,
knowledgeable advisors will gladly aid you in pursuing your professional ambitions – whatever they may be!
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Achieving your goals one step at a time
What’s the
best course
for you?
We are committed to helping
you gain access to our education
and training, and to help you
all we can when it comes to
progressing towards university
or employment.
However, more than anything,
we want you to be successful in
achieving your qualification, so
it’s important to consider which
of the following levels of study is
most applicable to you...
Introductory Level
(SCQF 3 & 4)
Non-advanced Level
(SCQF Level 5 & 6)
This is our entry level
if you have no relevant
qualifications or work
experience, but have an
interest in and aptitude
for a particular subject.
We would be looking for
appropriate Standard
Grade/National 4 & 5
qualifications to enter
a course at this level or
successful completion a
relevant Non-advanced
course.
You may also be considered
if you have relevant skills
and experience and an
interest in and aptitude for
the subject.
Advanced Level
(SCQF Level 7 & 8)
We would be looking for
at least two appropriate
Highers (or equivalent
qualifications) or successful
completion of a relevant
Non-advanced course.
You may be considered if
you have relevant skills and
work experience and have
an interest in and aptitude
for the subject.
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School Links
Undecided about whether to leave school?
Don’t worry; you can get the best of both worlds! Did you know that as a school pupil in the Senior Phase of Curriculum for
Excellence, you can choose to study part-time at College and stay on at school for another year?
North East Scotland College has teamed up with Aberdeen and
Aberdeenshire Local Authorities to ensure that you can access a wide
range of Part-time College courses as part of your school timetable.
These courses include City & Guilds Awards, National Certificates, Skills
for Work Awards and Highers. You can also choose from a wide range
of subjects, including:
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Engineering
Science
Construction
Hair & Beauty
Childcare
Creative Industries
Social Sciences
Auto-Engineering.
This programme acts as the perfect pathway to employment or
Full-time study next year, so if you feel that Full-time College study
isn’t quite right for you at the moment, then investigate our Part-time
opportunities further by visiting the website:
www.nescol.ac.uk/schools or contact our Schools Liaison Team by
emailing: [email protected]
Exceptional Entry
Exceptional Entry is the name given to routes to Further Education for
those whose date of birth requires them to remain in school until the
winter break.
These course options mean that you can study for your school
qualifications whilst also working towards a qualification here at
College, where the courses are designed specifically to provide you
with key skills needed for employment, or for moving on to Further or
Higher Education.
If your 16th birthday falls between 1 October 2015 and 29 February
2016, you would be eligible to start certain Full-time, Non-advanced
courses at North East Scotland College from August, even though you
are still officially a school pupil.
Between August and the winter break in December, your school would
be regularly informed of your attendance and progress, but to all
intents and purposes you would be a Full-time student at North East
Scotland College. If during that period you decide that College isn’t
quite right for you, you still have the option of returning to school at
any time.
If you are interested and want to find out more, speak to your Guidance Teacher at school or email us at:
[email protected] for more information.
Please note that your school will be asked to provide consent for your application to be considered.
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NESCol Students’ Association
COMING TO COLLEGE ISN’T JUST ABOUT GAINING A QUALIFICATION, FURTHERING YOUR EDUCATION AND GEARING UP FOR EMPLOYMENT;
IT’S ALSO ABOUT EXPERIENCING THE NEW, FUN AND EXCITING LIFESTYLE THAT COMES ALONG WITH BEING A STUDENT!
The North East Scotland College Students’ Association is run by
students, for the benefit of students. We strive to make sure that your
experience at College is the best it can be; from the fun, social side of
things to the more serious, educational side where we’ll represent you
at all levels – from running Class Rep meetings to lobbying MPs. We also
hold an important seat on the Board of Management, one of the main
links between you and the College.
So for those who want to have an active say in their education and
really embrace the student experience at College, the Students’
Association is a great thing to get involved in!
We have countless student-led groups and campaigns for you to join,
and you’ll find that throughout the year we organise a jam-packed
timetable of events and projects; from sports and cultural activities
to charity fundraisers. This gives you the chance to learn new skills,
gain work experience and boost your CV all whilst spending time with
enthusiastic, like-minded people and forming lifelong friendships!
When you choose to study at North East Scotland College you will
automatically become a member of the Students’ Association (unless
you choose to opt out). You choose your level of involvement – some
students are very heavily involved in the SA, whereas others choose
not to be. It’s entirely your choice.
One of the best things about being a member of the Students’ Association
is your NUS (National Union of Students) student card, which entitles you
to substantial discounts in local and national shops, cinemas, restaurants
and transport!
If you have any questions or queries, or an idea you’d like to
share with us, we’d love to hear from you. You can find us at:
Aberdeen City Campus: EG3 (next to main reception)
Fraserburgh Campus: Upstairs in the atrium area.
Alternatively, please visit:
Come
and say
hello!
www.nescol.ac.uk/studentsassociation
Your Voice Counts!
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Higher National CertiFIcates (HNCs)
HNC qualifications are a higher level than National Qualifications.
Subjects are studied in greater depth and units are usually around 40
hours in duration. An HNC is achieved on successful completion of 12
credits.
National QualIFIcations
National Qualifications are Non-advanced
qualifications (i.e. not HNC/HND) which include
National Units, National Courses (e.g. Highers &
Intermediate 1 & 2), National Certificate Group
Awards, National Clusters and College-devised
groupings of subject-related units.
This type of study can often include job-related training and on
successful completion you may leave to gain employment or continue
your education at a more advanced level using your National
Qualification as a stepping stone.
Vocationally related QualIFications (VRQs)
Vocationally Related Qualifications (VRQs) are widely recognised
professional qualifications, enabling learners to improve their
knowledge, skills and understanding of specific areas of employment,
normally through practical sessions, group discussions or assignments.
VRQs are usually assessed using assignments, practical tasks, exams or
online tests allowing learners to progress through Levels 1-3.
Scottish Vocational QualIFications (SVQs)
SVQs were introduced to improve the skills of the nation’s workforce.
Available for a wide range of occupations, SVQs are offered at Levels
1-5. They provide an excellent route for those wishing to enhance
career development. SVQs are designed primarily for the workplace but
can be studied at College (where simulated workplace environments
have been established) or through a mix of College attendance and
workplace training.
The College offers a wide range of HNC courses on a Full-time basis. It
will take between 18 weeks and one year of Full-time study to achieve
the award. You can also study on a part-time basis (Part-time day
study, evening classes or a combination of the two). Part-time students
normally take two to three years to achieve an HNC, although Fast Track
courses may allow you to complete it in one year.
Higher National Diplomas (HNDs)
HND courses offer a more in-depth range of study than HNC. An HND is
awarded on successful completion of 30 credits and usually takes up to
two years to compete on a Full-time basis. Some HND courses are also
available on a part-time basis.
Fast-Track Options
Fast-Track courses make it possible to achieve an HNC within one year
through a combination of study, e.g. one day per week, one to two
evenings and part of the weekend. Fast-Track HNC programmes are
particularly well-suited to people who want to combine study with a
career. If you are interested in the Fast-Track route, please check with
the relevant school/study area regarding availability.
Professional Development Awards (PDAs)
North East Scotland College offers PDAs at Certificate, Advanced
Certificate and Diploma level. Certificates may be made up of
Higher National Units, National Units, Workplace Assessed Units or a
combination of any of these. Advanced Certificates and Diplomas are
composed of Higher National Units.
Please note that Certificates and Diplomas awarded by the Scottish
Qualifications Authority (SQA) are continuously assessed throughout
the duration of the course. Assessment may take the form of written or
practical project work, according to the nature of the course.
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The Scottish Credit and QualiFications Framework (SCQF)
The Scottish Credit and QualiFIcations Framework (SCQF) is Scotland’s lifelong learning framework
The SCQF contains the qualification
frameworks of the Scottish Qualifications
Authority (SQA) and Scottish Higher
Education (HE). The SCQF aims to:
1. Help people of all ages and
circumstances to access appropriate
education and training over their
lifetime to fulfil their personal,
social and economic potential;
2.Enable employers, learners and the
public in general to understand the
full range of Scottish qualifications,
how they relate to each other and
how different types of qualifications
can contribute to improving the
skills of the workforce.
The SCQF is managed by the Scottish
Credit and Qualifications framework
Partnership whose members include
Scottish Government, higher education
and college sectors, employers and the
SQA. Although it is not a regulatory body,
the SCQF Partnership maintains the
quality and use of the Framework as a
whole.
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The SCQF diagram portrays the frame–
works of HE, SQA and Scottish Vocational
Qualifications (SVQs). However, the
framework also currently contains
over 400 qualifications and learning
programmes such as non-formal learning
offered in the community or by employers,
professional bodies, vendors such as
Microsoft and those offered by awarding
bodies other than the SQA.
The SCQF uses two measures to recognise
learning: Level and Credit.
Level provides an indication of the level
of difficulty associated with a qualification
or learning programme. This is based on
one set of SCQF Level Descriptors which
are developmental from SCQF Level 1 to 12.
The Level Descriptors are used by SCQF
Credit Rating Bodies to determine the
level of learning irrespective of whether
the qualification or learning programme is
academic, vocational or non-formal.
The SCQF Level is an important feature
for learning provision. It has been creditrated in order to indicate the complexity
level of the learning and to clarify how
qualifications and learning programmes
relate to each other. It also provides clarity
for both articulation and progression.
Two qualifications or learning programmes
at the same level on the SCQF indicates
that they are comparable in terms of
difficulty. For example, provision credit
rated at SCQF Level 7 indicates that it is
more demanding than learning at SCQF
Level 6.
The number of SCQF Credit Points
allocated to a qualification of learning
programme indicates the typical amount
of time that it would take a learner to
achieve the learning outcomes of the
qualification or learning programme. Ten
notional learning hours equates to one
SCQF Credit Point.
SCQF
LEVELS
SQA
QUALIFICATIONS
QUALIFICATIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION
INSTITUTIONS
SVQS/MAS
Doctoral Degree
Professional
Apprenticeship
Masters Degree, Integrated Masters Degree
Post Graduate Diploma
Post Graduate Certificate
Professional
Apprenticeship SVQ 5
Honours Degree, Graduate Diploma
Graduate Certificate
Professional
Apprenticeship
Bachelors/Ordinary Degree
Graduate Diploma
Graduate Certificate
Technical
Apprenticeship
SVQ 4
Higher National Diploma
Diploma of Higher Education
Technical
Apprenticeship
SVQ 4
Higher National Certificate
Certificate of Higher Education
Modern
Apprenticeship
SVQ 3
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Some SQA qualifications are
changing between 2013-2016.
See www.sqa.org.uk/readyreckoner
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Professional Development Award
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Advanced Higher
Scottish Baccalaureate
6
6
Higher
Modern
Apprenticeship
SVQ 3
55
National 5
Intermediate 2
Modern
Apprenticeship
SVQ 2
44
National 4
Intermediate 1
33
National 3
Access 3
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National 2
Access 2
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National 1
Access 1
National Certificate
National Progression Award
SVQ 1
This Framework diagram has been produced to show the mainstream Scottish qualifications already credit rated by SQA and HEIs. However, there
are a diverse number of learning programmes on the Framework, which, due to the limitations of this format, cannot be represented here.
For more information, please visit the SCQF website at: www.scqf.org.uk, to view the interactive version of the Framework or search the database.
N.B. MA Frameworks have a notional level on the SCQF, but all component parts are credit rated.
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full-time
courses
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Some of our courses are only offered at one Campus, but
for other courses you will have a choice when it comes
to where you study. Please see Where will I study? at
the foot of each course description.
Animal Care
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Art & Design 28-33
Art • Design • Fashion & Textiles • 3D Computer Animation • Visual Communication • Photography • Floristry
Automotive & Construction 34-39
Business & Management40-51
Business • Administration • Accounting & Law • Tourism & Events • Advertising & PR
Care52-58
Childcare • Health & Social Care • Nursing
Computing60-64
Engineering 66-74
Electrical • Electronics • Measurement & Control • Mechanical
ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)
Hair & Beauty Hairdressing • Beauty Therapy • Complementary Therapies
76-79
80-85
Learning Opportunities
86-89
Music, Drama & Creative Media 90-96
Professional Cookery & Hospitality
98-103
Science104-108
Social Sciences
110-113
Sport & Fitness
114-118
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animal
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HND ANIMAL CARE - NATALIE LAWRENCE (18)
Natalie has always been interested in animals and upon leaving Hazlehead Academy aged 16, she enrolled
on the Introduction to Animal Care course at North East Scotland College. From there she continued onto
the National Certificate in Animal Care and has now progressed to the HND Animal Care which she is
studying at present.
Natalie said, “I’ve always loved animals and decided that if I wanted to work in animal care, that the best
way to go about it would be to get a related qualification. Leaving school after fourth year wasn’t a problem
as I was able to start on the introductory course and progress through the different course levels that the
College has available. I have now finished the first year of my HND and I’m really enjoying the second.”
PROFILE
The College’s animal courses are delivered from a custom built Animal Care Centre at the Scottish Rural
College (SRUC Aberdeen) on the Craibstone estate, which is situated on the outskirts on the city. The
College’s specialist animal care unit is home to an array of different creatures including mice, rats, gerbils,
hamsters, guinea pigs, ferrets, chickens, rabbits, frogs, reptiles including snakes, lizards and three ponies - as
well as an aviary!
Talking about her time at College, Natalie said, “I have really enjoyed my last few years and have found it
very interesting. The courses have been a good combination of practical and theory work and I feel I have
learned so much. The lecturers are all lovely and very approachable if there is anything you are unsure of
or need extra help.”
Natalie hopes to volunteer in a veterinary practice over the next year to get some work experience. Her aim
is to complete her HND and find a job where she can then study part-time to achieve a veterinary nursing
qualification.
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Pathway
Animal care
Introduction to
Animal Care
(SCQF Level 4/5)
NC Animal Care
(SCQF Level 5)
HND Animal Care
(SCQF Level 8)
City & Guilds
Level 3 Diploma in
Veterinary Nursing
(Small Animal)
(SCQF Level 6)
University Progression Pathways
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For full university progression information for this area please see page 134
Career opportunities
range from veterinary
and welfare work,
to work in zoos,
safari parks and
retail. Progression to
university: Page 134
Professional
registration on
the Royal College
of Veterinary
Surgeons Register of
Veterinary Nurses and
employment.
Introduction to Animal Care 4/5
NC Animal Care SCQF Level 5 5
HND Animal Care
SCQF Level 4/5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DKOAN (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DKOAC (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: DKDA (Aberdeen)
This course is perfect for animal lovers who are
considering a career in animal care and gives you
the opportunity to work closely with rabbits, Shetland
ponies, fish, snakes and much more! The course is an
excellent introduction to this field of work and will
ensure you have the skills needed to progress towards
further study or employment.
This course is designed for those who wish to develop
further skills and knowledge in the subject of animal
care. It will provide you with a recognised qualification,
essential for progression towards further study or
employment, where you can pursue roles in a range
of settings including veterinary work, welfare work and
positions in zoos, safari parks and retail.
This is a wide-ranging course which covers detailed
theoretical aspects of animal care and welfare alongside
essential practical activities, ensuring you are wellequipped with the specialist skills needed for working in
the animal care industry. The course also includes a work
placement where you will train in a vocational setting,
allowing you to perfect your professional practice and gain
valuable insight into everyday life in this sector.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
You will study the basic care of mammals and spend
a lot of time feeding, handling and helping to perform
health checks. You will also learn about animal
husbandry, accident and emergency procedures and
how to perform first aid on companion animals.
Entry Requirements:
Applicants should have National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications.
Any experience of working with animals, even as a
pet owner, is an advantage. Applicants should have a
genuine interest in animals and be prepared for the
theoretical/written work associated with the course.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Craibstone Campus
On this course you will study the fundamentals of
animal care - from handling and feeding to breeding,
health care and behaviour. You will also work closely
with a range of different animals, allowing you to gain
valuable, hands-on experience and get a real taste of
what it’s like to work in the animal care industry.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have completed the Introduction
to Animal Care course or have achieved National
5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level
qualifications.
All applicants should have a genuine interest in
working with animals and be prepared for the written
work associated with this award.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Craibstone Campus
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What will I learn?
City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma
in Veterinary Nursing
(Small Animal)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 2 Years
Code: DKGSA (Aberdeen)
A Veterinary Nurse is a key member of a veterinary team,
and will work closely with vets in providing care and
treatment to a range of different animals. This course aims
to prepare those who want to work in this type of role for
professional registration, and involves a placement where
you will gain valuable, hands-on experience in a veterinary
environment.
This course provides you with knowledge in animal
behaviour and nutrition whilst allowing you to develop
hands-on skills in handling, feeding, breeding and training
animals. You will also cover the business side of animal
care, focusing on key areas like facilities management,
record keeping and accounting in small organisations –
ideal for those who plan to start up their own business.
What will I learn?
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, one of which should
be Biology. Continuing students should have successfully
completed all units within the NC Animal Care SCQF Level 5
course including Cell Biology and Anatomy & Physiology at
grade A or B. In this case, evidence of good attendance is
also a requirement.
All applicants should have an interest in and aptitude for
the care of animals.
Where will I study?
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You will learn about animal welfare, health and husbandry,
and also cover emergency procedures, critical care and
how to support and monitor animals during anaesthesia.
The skills gained and knowledge acquired will put you in
a strong position for progressing towards further study or
moving directly into employment.
Applicants should have two Highers, preferably including
a biological science. Continuing students should have
successfully completed all units of the NC Animal Care
course, including Cell Biology and Anatomy & Physiology
at Grade A.
All applicants should have a registered training practice, as
well as an interest in and aptitude for the care of animals.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Craibstone Campus
Aberdeen Craibstone Campus
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Art &
Design
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Art
Design
Fashion & Textiles
3D Computer Animation
Visual Communication
Photography
Floristry
HND TEXTILES (YEAR 1) - JASMIN RAMIREZ (19)
Jasmin Ramirez has always wanted to be a fashion designer, but when she was deciding what to do
after leaving Harlaw Academy, university was not something Jasmin felt ready for. Keen to gain more
experience studying, she applied to study Textiles at North East Scotland College.
“I was planning on doing the HNC course but at my interview they advised me that I would be capable
of the HND,” she explained. And Jasmin is sure that college was the right move for her, having gained
a huge range of knowledge and experience during her time here.
PROFILE
She said, “I want to be a fashion designer, but I love studying textiles. It’s more unique and creative and
more hands on than design. I’ve enjoyed everything about the course – especially making the dresses
and the samples. It’s all new to me, but in a good way. I like to be creative and that’s a real advantage
doing this kind of course. I’ve learned so many new techniques and a lot about how to approach the
making of a textile.”
Jasmin is staying at NESCol to complete her second year of the HND and she is looking forward to
everything the course still has to offer – especially the annual trip that the year two students take to
learn about new textile techniques and materials. Jasmin is currently looking for work experience in
the fashion industry and after completing her HND she plans to move on to university where she can
focus on her goal of becoming a fashion designer.
She said, “After College I want to go to uni to study fashion further. It will be a totally different level but
I feel so much more prepared now. The lecturers at College have been so helpful. They really push you
to think out of the box. I’m so grateful to the College for everything I’ve learned and for the support
of the staff.”
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Pathway art & design
HND Art & Design
(SCQF Level 8)
Career opportunities are available in a range
of artistic roles across varying industries, or
as an independent exhibiting artist.
Progression to university: Page 135
NC Fashion Design
& Manufacture
(SCQF Level 6) or
NC Art & Design
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Textiles
(SCQF Level 8)
Career opportunities are available in fashion
and textiles design, clothing manufacture or
in work as an independent designer.
Progression to university: Page 135
NC Computer Arts
& Animation
(SCQF Level 6) or
NC Art & Design
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Visual
Communication
(SCQF Level 8)
Career opportunities are available in design
agencies and commercial printers as illustrators,
social media managers and multimedia or web
designers.
Progression to university: Page 135
NC Computer Arts
& Animation
(SCQF Level 6)
HNC 3D Computer
Animation
(SCQF Level 7)
Those who have a qualification in computer
animation are very much in demand, with job
opportunities available in a range of sectors from
oil and gas to TV, film and media.
Progression to university: Page 135
NC Photography
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Photography
(SCQF Level 8)
Career opportunities are available in
advertising, photojournalism, sports, fashion,
commercial photography and more – not just
in the UK, but all over the world. Many will
also choose to set up their own business.
Progression to university: Page 135
NC Art & Design
(SCQF Level 6)
Art & Design
(SCQF Level 4/5)
HNC Art & Design
(SCQF Level 7)
City & Guilds Level
2 Diploma Floristry
(SCQF Level 5)
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University Progression Pathways
Career opportunities include working as a
florist, retail manager or freelance designer.
For full university progression information for this area please see page 135
Art & Design 4/5
NC Art & Design SCQF Level 6 6
HNC Art & Design 7
HND Art & Design
SCQF Level 4/5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CAOPR (Aberdeen)
Code: CCOPR (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CAOAD (Aberdeen)
Code: CCOAD (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CCCA (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CADD (Aberdeen)
This course will introduce you to a wide range of
subjects in both fine art and design, helping you to
acquire the core skills, background knowledge and
practical experience needed for successful progression
towards study at a higher level.
This course is aimed at helping you to build a
portfolio, and will allow you to experiment with
different designs and approaches in order to discover
and develop your own unique style. The course will
give you a good understanding of contemporary art
and design practices and introduce you to a variety
of fresh ideas, influences and techniques.
This exciting and comprehensive course is designed
so that you can explore your creativity, using
innovative and traditional techniques and approaches
to improve and strengthen your portfolio.
Throughout this course you will combine modern
and traditional practices whilst developing a critical
awareness of relevant historical, contextual and
social issues. You will use innovation, imagination
and creative thinking to produce unique and exciting
pieces of work, essential for successful progression
towards university level study or employment.
What will I learn?
You will develop skills in drawing, 2D and 3D design,
painting and printmaking. You will also focus on factors
like artistic influence and how to effectively use colour
– essential in realising your creative potential!
Entry requirements
This introductory level course is for those with National
4, Intermediate 1 or Standard Grade Foundation/General
level qualifications, and/or relevant work experience.
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
Your focus will be on exploratory media handling and
contextual studies, as well as painting and drawing
and the use of colour. You will use what you learn
to build a solid body of work evidence - vital for
successful progression towards higher levels of
study.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a pass in Art & Design at
National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit
level and if possible, a qualification in English at the
same level. At the very least applicants should have
achieved core skills communication at SCQF Level 5,
and have some knowledge or experience of art and
design.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
You will enhance your drawing skills and
understanding of computer arts, whilst working
on your creative process as a whole. You will also
cover a range of subjects in both fine art and design
disciplines, learning to appreciate and take influence
from relevant historical, contextual and social issues.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have at least one Higher pass,
preferably in Art. A pass in English at National 5,
Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level is also
preferred. Alternatively, applicants may progress
from successful completion of an appropriate nonadvanced college course demonstrating an aptitude
for the subject.
For those returning to education, life skills and
experience in the workplace may allow entry subject
to availability.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
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What will I learn?
This course allows you to express your own artistic
influence through exploratory media handling
and contextual studies. You will enhance your
observational, life and developmental drawing skills,
whilst also studying areas such as sculpture and
printmaking. New pieces of work will be added to
your portfolio for the duration of the course, and
you will gain a deeper understanding of your creative
process as a whole.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, including
Higher Art. A National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level pass in English is also required.
Alternatively applicants should have successfully
completed the appropriate non-advanced College
course having shown good achievement.
For those returning to education, life skills and
experience in the workplace may allow entry, subject
to availability. All applicants should show an interest
in and aptitude for the subject.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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NC Fashion Design & Manufacture 6
SCQF Level 6
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CAODM (Aberdeen)
This introductory course is a great option for those
who want to gain a formal qualification in fashion and
garment manufacture, and work towards a career in
the fast-paced, dynamic fashion industry.
What will I learn?
The topics covered include fashion forecasting and
fashion design, garment decoration and construction
and how to use sketches, mixed media and surface
applications. You’ll also get to grips with the hands-on
side of things when you produce life drawings, dress
mannequins and operate domestic and industrial
sewing machines.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 5, Intermediate 2
or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications in Art &
Design and English, or relevant experience.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
HND Textiles
8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CADS (Aberdeen)
This advanced level course will strengthen your
existing creative, critical and technical skills through a
combination of practical and theoretical work. You will
build on your understanding of the fashion and textiles
industry, whilst developing your own unique individual
style and vision – essential in your progression towards
study at university level, or employment.
What will I learn?
You will learn how to design and produce fashion
garments using a range of different materials
and techniques. You will be working in a creative
environment which mirrors industry standards and will
develop strong original concepts based on your study
of design semantics, surface decoration, professional
design practice and observational drawing.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, including Higher
Art. Alternatively applicants should have successfully
completed the appropriate non-advanced College
course.
For those returning to education, life skills and
experience in the workplace may allow entry, subject to
interview. All applicants should show an interest in and
aptitude for the subject.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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NC Computer Arts & Animation 6
SCQF Level 6
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CBOPD (Aberdeen)
This course is designed for those who wish to pursue
a career in computer arts and animation – an exciting
and rapidly expanding area of the creative industries.
The course will help you to build important, transferable
skills such as planning and time-management, and give
you a chance to put your creative thinking to the test
through hands-on practical design work.
What will I learn?
You will learn about digital media and graphic design,
and its importance and influence in modern-day
business. You will also strengthen your graphic
illustration skills and your understanding of 2D and
3D composition, and see practice and theory combine
when you get the chance to create your own, unique
pieces of work.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a minimum of four unit passes
at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade
Credit level. Relevant work experience or successful
completion of a relevant introductory course at SCQF
Level 4 or 5 is also acceptable.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
HND Visual Communication
8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CBDA (Aberdeen)
This course is designed for those who want to move
straight into employment or those who wish to progress
to university to complete a Graphic Design, Illustration,
New Media, Digital Design or Visual Information degree.
The course will encourage you to use your creativity
and critical thinking in new and exciting ways in order
to produce high level, interesting and innovative work.
What will I learn?
The course will focus on graphic design and
experimental illustration, whilst developing your skills
and understanding in areas such as 2D computer
animation, typography, social media and digital
imaging. You’ll also work on a number of creative and
client initiated projects, ensuring you are well prepared
for a future career in visual communication!
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have one Higher pass in a subject
such as English, Art, Graphic Communication or Product
Design. Alternatively, applicants should have completed
the NC Computer Arts & Animation SCQF Level 6 course
or have relevant work experience.
Please note that the course content requires a high
level of self-management and responsibility from each
student.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
HNC 3D Computer Animation
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NC Photography SCQF Level 6
6
HND Photography 8
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CBCA (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CBOPG (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CBDP (Aberdeen)
This course will prepare you for further study or
employment in the 3D Computer Animation industry,
and will provide you with an in-depth knowledge of the
role that computer technology plays in modern-day film,
TV and gaming. You will get to grips with vocationally
relevant software and hardware, and experiment with
a range of creative approaches in the planning and
production stages of animation.
This course is perfect for those wishing to pursue a
career in photography, and will prepare you for more
advanced levels of study or employment by introducing
you to the basic creative and practical aspects involved
in taking photographs.
This course allows you to make the most of our state of
the art photography facilities whilst you gain advanced
skills within a photographic specialism. The course
will thoroughly prepare you for progression towards
university level study or employment in a vast range of
exciting industries worldwide.
What will I learn?
You will develop specialist skills in character modelling,
environmental modelling, lighting, movement and
drawing for animation. You will also develop an excellent
understanding of how the creative process works,
achieved through a combination of project work, case
studies, presentations and creative discussion.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have at least one Higher, preferably in
English, Art, Graphic Communication or Product Design.
Alternatively applicants should have an NC (SCQF Level
6) pass in a related subject area, or relevant work
experience.
What will I learn?
You will start to build your own portfolio whilst studying
fundamental aspects of photography including
portraiture, studio photography, file optimisation, image
manipulation and print.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a minimum of four unit passes
at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit
level. Alternatively applicants should have relevant work
experience or have successfully completed a relevant
course at introductory level (SCQF Level 4 or 5).
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
What will I learn?
You will learn how to execute still life, portraiture and
social photography, how to effectively use a darkroom
and how to manipulate and edit your images. You will
also study important factors in modern-day photography
such as photojournalism, advertising and moving image.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have at least one Higher in a subject
such as English, Art or Photography. Alternatively
applicants should have relevant work experience or have
successfully completed a course in a related subject
area, such as NC Photography SCQF Level 6.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma 5
Floristry
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CCGF (Fraserburgh)
This course is aimed at those who wish to pursue a
career in floristry as a florist, manager or freelance
designer. Throughout the course you will practice and
perfect a range of techniques, whilst becoming more
innovative and experimental with your designs.
What will I learn?
You will learn all about working in this increasingly
popular industry, whilst studying the identification,
care and conditioning of flowers and foliage. Your
understanding of the topics covered will be developed
through practice, where you will create beautiful displays
suitable for a range of different occasions and events.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications.
Applicants should also have core skills communication at
SCQF Level 4 or above.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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automotive &
construction
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introduction to construction crafts - lewis martin (16)
After studying the Introduction to Construction Crafts course at NESCol, Lewis Martin has developed
a diverse range of skills, gained a qualification, secured a four year apprenticeship with a plumbing
company and attained the Boys’ Brigade’s highest level award. He says he would recommend the
course to anyone.
PROFILE
“The course is great. It’s informative, insightful and will help you decide what you want to go on and do.
When I left school I knew I wanted to do a trade, but wasn’t sure which one. I applied to do the Intro to
Construction Crafts course because it incorporates all the trades – plumbing, brickwork, joinery and
painting – and I thought it would give me a good outlook and a better insight into what I wanted to do
as a career. There are progression opportunities if you want to continue studying after, but it also gives
you a good grounding for job opportunities too.”
Lewis enjoyed the practical nature of the course, getting hands on experience in all the trade areas
covered. He was even able to use the skills he had gained to contribute towards his achievement of
receiving the Boys Brigade Queen’s Badge.
But it was plumbing that stood out to him as where he wanted to develop a career. He applied for
an apprenticeship with CAS Duncan Plumbing and, after passing a Scottish and Northern Ireland
Plumbing Employers Federation test, he has secured a four year apprenticeship with the firm.
“College prepared me for that. It’s given me a really good grounding of knowledge and skills.” Lewis
said. “It’s a really practical, hands-on course and it’s been great to get an understanding of so many
different things.”
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Pathway
Diploma in Automotive
Maintenance & Repair
Principles Level 1
(SCQF Level 4)
(Full-time 1 year)
1. automotive
Diploma in Automotive
Maintenance & Repair
Principles Level 2
(SCQF Level 5)
(Full-time 1 year)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work based) Year 1
Modern Apprenticeship
(work based - direct
entry to Year 2)
Modern Apprenticeship
Complete remainder of
Apprenticeship
Career opportunities are available in
automotive garages and repair facilities.
Many will also consider starting up their own
business at sometime in the future.
N/SVQ Light Vehicle
Maintenance & Repair
Modern Apprenticeship
(SCQF Level 6)
(Day release)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work based) Year 1
Diploma in Accident
Repair Principles
(Body & Paint)
(SCQF Level 4)
(Full-time 1 year)
Modern
Apprenticeship
(work based) Year 1
SVQ Vehicle Body Repair
Modern Apprentice
(SCQF Level 6) (Day release)
Or
SVQ Vehicle Body
Refinishing Modern
Apprenticeship
(SCQF Level 6) (Day release)
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Modern Apprenticeship
(work based) Year 2
Modern Apprenticeship
Complete remainder of
Apprenticeship
Career opportunities are available in
automotive garages and repair facilities.
Many will also consider starting up their own
business at sometime in the future.
Diploma in Automotive Maintenance 4
& Repair Principles Level 1
Diploma in Automotive Maintenance 5
& Repair Principles Level 2
Diploma in Automotive Accident 4
Repair Principles (Body & Paint)
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AGGS (Aberdeen)
Code: AHGS (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AGGT (Aberdeen)
Code: AHGT (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AGGD (Aberdeen)
This course is aimed at those who wish to pursue a
career in the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles,
and will prepare you to advance to the Diploma in
Automotive Maintenance & Repair Principles Level 2
course or progress directly into employment.
This course follows the Level 1 course, and is aimed at
those who want to strengthen their skill set and pursue a
career in the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles.
What will I learn?
You will acquire important workshop bench skills and
learn about air/fuel, transmission, ignition, steering,
braking and suspension systems – essential subjects in
understanding repair techniques and how vehicles work.
You will also study health and safety in the automotive
environment and interpersonal aspects, such as working
relationships.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualification in
Maths, English or a technical subject. An interest in motor
vehicles is an advantage.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
You will build on your existing knowledge and
understanding of automotive systems, and perfect your
practical skills through hands-on work in vehicle service
and repair. You will also study health and safety in the
working environment and interpersonal aspects of the
industry, such as working relationships.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualification in
Maths, English or a technical subject. An interest in motor
vehicles would be an advantage.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
This course will teach you how to repair accident
damaged vehicles, and is designed to cover everything
you’ll need to know: from cover body repairs, panel
replacements and preparing vehicles for paintwork, to
welding and bonding techniques. The broad range of
skills acquired will place you in a strong position for
progression towards further study, apprenticeship or
employment.
What will I learn?
The practical work on this course will involve the
removal, repair and refitting of panels, MIG and spot
welding, car valeting and paint preparation/refinishing
techniques. You will also study health and safety and
working relationships within an automotive working
environment.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualification
in Maths, English or a technical subject. An interest in
motor vehicles would be an advantage.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
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Pathway
2. construction
Introduction to Construction
(Crafts) (SCQF Level 4/5)
Or
NPA General Building
(SCQF Level 5)
NC Built Environment
(SCQF Level 5/6)
Introduction to Construction
(Crafts) (SCQF Level 4/5)
Or
NPA General Building
(SCQF Level 5)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work-based)
Introduction to Construction
(Crafts) (SCQF Level 4/5)
Or
NPA General Building
(SCQF Level 5)
Introduction to Construction
(Crafts) (SCQF Level 4/5)
Or
NPA General Building
(SCQF Level 5)
Introduction to Construction
(Crafts) (SCQF Level 4/5)
Or
NPA General Building
(SCQF Level 5)
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University Progression Pathways
This course leads to related HND/degree
courses leading to professional qualifications
in the construction industry.
Progression to university: Page 135
HNC Built Environment
(SCQF Level 7)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work-based)
Employment
SVQ Bricklaying Level 3
(Block release over 2 years)
Advanced Certificate
Brickwork
(Block release over 2 years)
HNC Built Environment
(SCQF Level 7)
(Part-time over 2 years)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work-based)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work-based)
Employment
SVQ Carpentry & Joinery
Level 3
(Block release over 2 years)
Advanced Certificate
Carpentry & Joinery Level 3
(Block release over 2 years)
HNC Built Environment
(SCQF Level 7)
(Part-time over 2 years)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work-based)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work-based)
Employment
SVQ Painting & Decorating
Level 3
(Block release over 2 years)
Advanced Certificate
Painting & Decorating
(Block release over 2 years)
HNC Built Environment
(SCQF Level 7)
(Part-time over 2 years)
Modern Apprenticeship
(work-based)
Employment
SVQ Plumbing Level 3
(Block release over 3 years)
HNC Built Environment
(SCQF Level 7)
(Part-time over 2 years)
For full university progression information for this area please see page 135
Career opportunities are available in
construction, architecture, surveying and
project management.
Progression to university: Page 135
Introduction to Construction (Crafts) 4/5 NPA General Building
SCQF Level 4/5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AFOG (Aberdeen)
Code: AHOG (Fraserburgh)
This course is aimed at school leavers and those who wish to
experience the various construction trades prior to securing
employment, often as an apprentice. The course will allow you
to discover and develop your strengths, and build the skills
necessary to pursue a career in bricklaying, carpentry and
joinery, painting and decorating or plumbing.
What will I learn?
You will make the most of our custom-built construction
facilities whilst gaining valuable, hands-on experience in
bricklaying, carpentry and joinery, painting and decorating
and plumbing. The course also covers core skills in
communication, numeracy and IT.
Entry requirements:
There are no formal entry requirements, but those who
wish to progress to a trade should be aware that there are
requirements for apprentices - the course will go some way
to addressing these.
Where will I study?
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SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AHMC (Fraserburgh)
This course will provide you with a well-rounded base
knowledge of the main building trades - an ideal option for
anyone looking to increase their general understanding and
awareness in order to pursue a career in the Construction
industry.
NC Built Environment 5/6
HNC Built Environment 7
SCQF Level 5/6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AFOBN (Aberdeen)
Code: AHOBN (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AFCB (Aberdeen)
This course is aimed at those who wish to enter the industry
as trainees or technicians, or those who wish to gain access to
the HNC Built Environment course. It is also suitable for those
who are new to the industry in a technician’s role, who want to
strengthen existing skills.
This course is designed for those who want to access a related
university course or those already working in the industry,
who wish to build on their skills and perhaps work towards a
promotion. It offers strong, sector-related training which will
allow you to acquire the abilities and attributes needed for
educational and professional progression.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
This course will introduce you to fundamental concepts such
as domestic building services, building technology, sustainable
design for architecture and health and safety. You will also
develop important practical skills in technical drawing, CAD
and construction calculations.
You will cover a range of subjects relevant to working
as a construction professional including site surveying,
substructure, superstructure and building science. You will
also develop your practical skills in areas such as technical
drawing, CAD and measurement and costing.
Preference may be given to those with a Skills for Work
Construction qualification.
You will be required to attend an interview and complete an
aptitude test.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have qualifications at National 4,
Intermediate 1 or Standard Grade Foundation/General Level,
preferably to include English, Maths or Science.
Applicants should preferably have two Highers, and Maths and
English qualifications at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level. Successful completion of a related NC
course is also acceptable.
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
You will learn about important techniques and approaches
involved in carpentry and joinery, brickwork and painting and
decorating. This will allow you to identify which of the subject
areas you prefer and which career path you might want to
follow.
Entry requirements:
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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business &
management
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Business
Administration
Accounting & Law
Tourism & Events
Advertising & PR
HND Legal Services - Josh Biggs (19)
Josh Biggs is studying HND Legal Services at North East Scotland College. The former Aberdeen Grammar
School pupil applied to the College after narrowly missing out on a place on his chosen course at university.
He said, “I thought that NESCol looked like a great stepping stone for me as it gives lots of opportunities to
progress to university.”
PROFILE
Josh considered a few options before settling on Legal Services. He explained, “I thought the course looked
interesting and, as I am keen to study law at The University of Aberdeen, despite the fact that there’s not a 2 +
2 link for progression from College meaning I would have to apply for entry to year 1 of the LLB, I thought that
the course could be a great starting point.”
Working in the legal profession runs in Josh’s family – his gran was a lawyer so it came as no surprise that he
wants to follow in her footsteps.
When asked about his time at College so far, Josh said, “Coming to College has been a good experience for
me. I would recommend it to anyone who is leaving school and not sure about coping at university, or those
who want the option to progress a step at a time. The lecturers are really helpful if anyone is struggling and my
classmates have all bonded really well.”
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Pathway
1. Business & Administration
Introduction to Business
& Administration
(SCQF Level 4)
Or
NCGA Business with ESOL
(SCQF Level 4)
(Day release)
University Progression Pathways
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NCGA Administration
(SCQF Level 5)
Or
SVQ Administration
(SCQF Level 5)
Or
NCGA Business
(SCQF Level 5)
HNC Administration &
Information Technology
(SCQF Level 7)
Or
HNC Business
(SCQF Level 7)
HND Administration &
Information Technology
(SCQF Level 8)
HND Business
(SCQF Level 8)
For full university progression information for this area please see page 136
Career opportunities are widespread, with
many who complete this course securing
work as an administrator, office supervisor/
manager or personal assistant.
Progression to university: Page 136
Career opportunities are available at trainee
level in management, finance, administration
and the public sector.
Progression to university: Page 136
Introduction to Business 4
& Administration
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CHOT (Aberdeen)
Code: CNOT (Fraserburgh)
Code: CNOAT (Ellon)
This is an entry-level course which takes an active approach
in helping you to develop the personal attributes and abilities
needed to work in a professional administrative environment.
On completion you will be able to effectively present yourself
to employers and customers, and work efficiently as part of
a team.
What will I learn?
You will develop your understanding of IT, administration,
accounting and other business subjects, whilst developing
core skills in communication and numeracy.
Entry requirements:
There are no formal entry requirements.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Ellon Learning Centre
NCGA Administration 5
SVQ Administration 5
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CHOAD (Aberdeen)
Code: CNOA (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CNSR (Fraserburgh)
Code: CNSS (Ellon)
This course is aimed at those who want to build a career
in Administration, either through direct employment or
progression to the HNC/D Administration and Information
Technology courses. You will develop your understanding of
Administrative roles and your knowledge of vital practices,
ensuring you are well prepared for progression towards
further study or direct entry into the workplace.
This course aims to provide a work-based qualification
for those who are employed in an administrative capacity,
those who have a substantial amount of administrative work
involved in their job or those who wish to pursue employment
in an administrative role.
What will I learn?
You will learn how to effectively operate within an
administrative environment whilst building skills in word
processing, time-management and handling business
documents. Other key topics include professionalism, how to
prepare presentations, front of office processes and effective
communication.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have knowledge and skills relating to
administration and if possible, a pass in Administration and/or
Business and English at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level. At the very least, applicants should have
core skills communication at SCQF Level 5.
The course is broken into two teaching blocks. In the first block
you will undergo an intensive introduction to office skills, and
in the second block you will complete a work placement,
where you will put the skills you have learned to the test in a
real, working environment.
What will I learn?
You will study word processing, IT and administration, and
develop valuable core skills in communication and numeracy.
You will also start to build a portfolio of evidence based on
work experience.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have achieved Numeracy and
Communications at National 4, Intermediate 1 or Standard
Grade Foundation/General Level.
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Ellon Learning Centre
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HNC Administration & Information 7
Technology
HND Administration & Information 8
Technology
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CHCI (Aberdeen)
Code: CNCA (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CHDA (Aberdeen)
Code: CNDM (Fraserburgh)
This course is aimed at those who wish to build a career in
Administration and will help you to acquire vital administrative,
technical and interpersonal skills. Upon course completion
you will be well-equipped to progress toward further study at
college or university, or progress towards employment as an
administrator, office supervisor/manager or personal assistant.
Businesses rely upon those who have a thorough knowledge
and understanding of administrative processes. This advanced
level course will build on your existing skills, ensuring that you
can effectively manage and operate information technology
and administrative duties within an office environment. The indepth course content means you will be thoroughly prepared
for further study or direct entry into the workplace.
What will I learn?
The course covers important topics such as office technologies,
Spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Word, Database, human resources,
business law and more, providing you with a well-rounded
knowledge and understanding of life in an administrative role.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a pass in Higher Administration,
Business or English. Any skills or experience relating to
Administration are also an advantage.
The course focuses on topics which are critical to operations
within an office environment. These include practical skills in
advanced word processing and using spreadsheets/databases,
as well as interpersonal skills such as management,
communication and presenting complex information.
Entry requirements:
Where will I study?
Applicants should have a pass in Higher Administration,
Business or English. Any skills or experience relating to
Administration are also an advantage.
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Where will I study?
*Available on a part-time basis.
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
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What will I learn?
NCGA Business with ESOL SCQF Level 4 4
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CHOBN (Aberdeen)
This course is aimed at speakers of other languages who wish
to pursue a career in Business. The focus of the course is to
increase your knowledge and appreciation of a wide range
of business areas, such as economics, decision-making,
customer care and enterprise - effectively preparing you
for further study at college or university, or entry into the
workplace.
What will I learn?
You will study a variety of topics, all of which make for a wellrounded base knowledge of activities and influencing factors
relating to business. Your focus will be on business decisions,
enterprise, finance and accounting, the economy, and how
to use IT software and systems. You will also study everyday
communication for speakers of other languages.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a pass in Business and/or
Administration, as well as an ESOL qualification at National
4, Intermediate 1 or Standard Grade Foundation/General level.
At the very least, applicants should have core skills
communication at SCQF Level 4 and knowledge/skills relating
to business.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
NCGA Business SCQF Level 5 5
HNC Business 7
HND Business
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CHOS (Aberdeen)
Code: CNOS (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CHCB (Aberdeen)
Code: CNCB (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CHDB (Aberdeen)
Code: CNDB (Fraserburgh)
This course is aimed at those who want to establish themselves
in the ever-changing world of Business. The topics covered
will give you a detailed insight into the different factors that
influence modern-day business.
This course will stretch your knowledge and challenge your
ideas relating to different business topics. You will gain a wellrounded perspective of the different factors that can influence
performance, and will also focus on practices and processes
which are fundamental in the day-to-day running of a business.
This advanced level course will further enhance your
understanding of key business functions and provide you with
an invaluable, detailed overview of the business world. You will
acquire a wide range of transferable skills, highly sought after
by employers, ensuring you are well-equipped for progression
towards further study or direct entry into employment.
What will I learn?
You will learn about the different internal and external factors
which can impact the way in which a business performs. This
is achieved through the study of economics, enterprise and
marketing, as well as the study of organisational operations
such as cash transactions, the use of IT and making business
decisions.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a pass in Business, Administration and/
or English at Intermediate 2, National 5 or Standard Grade Credit
level.
Applicants should also have knowledge and skills relating
to Business and at the very least, should have core skills
communication at SCQF Level 5.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
You will study marketing, law, accounting, payroll and
information technology applications, as well as the economic
issues relating to business and the management of people.
The variety of topics covered means you will gain a valuable
appreciation of the vast range of factors involved in modernday business practice.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have five passes (two at Higher grade and
three at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit
level) including English and Maths.
Alternatively applicants should have other relevant qualifications
or suitable work experience.
Please note this course is offered on a part time basis over two
years and those successfully achieving NQ Business with Higher
Communication in the work place are encouraged to apply.
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What will I learn?
Topics include marketing, information technology applications,
managing people and organisations, communication and how
to use financial accounting software. You will strengthen your
knowledge of issues relating to business and gain a valuable
appreciation of the vast range of considerations which relate to
modern-day business practice.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have five passes (two at Higher grade and
three at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit
level) including English and Maths.
Alternatively applicants should have other relevant qualifications
or suitable work experience.
Please note this course is offered on a part time basis over two
years and those successfully achieving NQ Business with Higher
Communication in the work place are encouraged to apply.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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Pathway
2. Accountancy & Law
NCGA Business with ESOL
(SCQF Level 4)
Or
Introduction to
Business & Administration
(SCQF Level 4)
University Progression Pathways
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NCGA Business
(SCQF Level 5)
HNC Accounting
(SCQF Level 7)
HND Accounting
(SCQF Level 8)
HND Legal Services
(SCQF Level 8)
For full university progression information for this area please see pages 136-137
Career opportunities are available at various
levels as a payroll administrator, book keeper,
assistant accountant or trainee accountant.
Progression to university: Page 136
Career opportunities are available at trainee
level in management, finance, administration
and the public sector.
Progression to university: Page 137
HND Accounting 8
HND Legal Services 8
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CJCA (Aberdeen)
Code: CNCN (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CJDA (Aberdeen)
Code: CNDA (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CJDL (Aberdeen)
This course is perfect for those looking to enter the accountancy
profession as it will help you to build a well-rounded, valuable
skill set which meets the standards required by employers. It
is designed to provide you with a solid foundation (particularly
in computational work) in the concepts and processes used in
financial and management accounting.
This advanced level course will build on your existing knowledge,
and ensure that you are well-equipped to move on to a university
degree or employment. By the end of the course you will be
able to demonstrate the skills needed to effectively manage and
make important decisions in an accounting work environment.
HNC Accounting
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What will I learn?
You will develop important practical skills in how to record
financial information and prepare and interpret final accounts.
You will also study cost and management accounting and use
computing software such as Excel and SAGE. In addition you
will study business law and the management of people and
organisations.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers at grade C or above,
preferably in English and one other subject. Applicants should
also have a National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade
Credit level qualification (at a minimum) in Maths. Those who
have successfully completed the NC Business course are also
encouraged to apply.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
At first you will develop skills in recording financial information,
preparing final accounts, and cost and management accounting.
You will also study business law, maths and managing people.
You will then build on this knowledge in year 2, when you will
focus on specialist skills in auditing, financial reporting and
analysis, income tax and management accountancy.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers at grade C or above,
preferably in English and one other subject. Applicants should
also have a National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade
Credit level qualification (at a minimum) in Maths. Those who
have successfully completed the NC Business course are also
encouraged to apply.
Where will I study?
This course is broadly twofold. Firstly, it can be used to pursue
employment in a legal office as a paralegal or legal secretary.
Secondly, successful completion will allow you to progress to
further legal study at university degree level. It is an excellent
foundation course which will give you a good knowledge of
practices and procedures, different types of law and how the
legal system works.
What will I learn?
You will study the Scottish legal system and Scottish criminal
procedures, as well as executry, property and company law. You
will also focus on Sheriff Court procedures and the role and
influence of the European Union.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers at grade C or above,
preferably in English or a literature-based subject. Alternatively,
applicants should have a pass in English at Intermediate 2 or
National 5 level. Those who have successfully completed the NC
Business course are also encouraged to apply.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
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Pathway
3. Tourism & Events, Advertising & PR
NC Travel & Tourism
(SCQF Level 5)
University Progression Pathways
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HND Travel & Tourism
(SCQF Level 8)
Or
NC Travel & Tourism
with ESOL
(SCQF Level 5)
HND Events Management
(SCQF Level 8)
Creative Media
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Advertising & PR
(SCQF Level 8)
A wide range of career opportunities are
available - from work with cruise lines,
airlines and airports to business travel,
customer services and hospitality.
Progression to university: Page 137
This is a rapidly expanding area with a
range of career opportunities in areas such
as hospitality, exhibitions, festivals, music,
sport and the arts.
Progression to university: Page 138
Career opportunities are widespread in
media, marketing, advertising and public
relations roles.
Progression to university: Page 138
For full university progression information for this area please see pages 137-138
NC Travel & Tourism SCQF Level 5 5
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CKOTT (Aberdeen)
Code: CNOTT (Fraserburgh)
This course will introduce you to some of the key skills and
concepts involved in working in the travel and tourism industry,
and acts as excellent preparation for progressing towards study
at a higher level or employment.
What will I learn?
You will be given an overview of the industry but will also study
more specific areas, such as tour guiding, customer service,
marketing and airport ground operations. Another key focus is
tourist destinations, so you will look closely at different exciting
locations across Europe and the Mediterranean!
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have four passes at National 4 or 5,
Intermediate 1 or 2 or Standard Grade General or Credit level.
These should include subjects such as Maths, English or
Communication.
Applicants should also have a good general knowledge of
Geography, and some knowledge of maps is desirable but not
essential.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
NC Travel & Tourism with ESOL
SCQF Level 5
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SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CKOTL (Aberdeen)
This course is designed for speakers of other languages, and will
introduce you to some of the key skills and concepts involved in
working in the travel and tourism industry. The course acts as
excellent preparation for progressing towards study at a higher
level or employment, as it will help to strengthen your command
of the English language.
What will I learn?
You will study everyday ESOL within the workplace, as well as the
travel and tourism industry as a whole. You will also look at more
specific areas within the industry such as tour guiding, customer
care, marketing, airport ground operations and European and
Mediterranean tourist destinations!
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have four passes at National 4 or 5,
Intermediate 1 or 2 or Standard Grade General or Credit level.
These should include subjects such as Maths, English or
Communication.
Applicants should also have a good general knowledge of
Geography, and some knowledge of maps is desirable but not
essential. International students will be assessed for entry
requirements prior to interview
HND Travel & Tourism 8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CKDT (Aberdeen)
The course is designed to produce industry-ready students, as
career opportunities in this, one of the world’s largest industries,
are endless - think cruise line, airlines, airports, business travel,
tour reps, cabin crew, customer services, hospitality and much
more! Alternatively, many will use this course to progress
towards university level study, where you can enter year 3 of
a related degree.
What will I learn?
The course will increase your knowledge of popular international
destinations, inbound tourism, planning, marketing and the air
and retail travel industries, providing you with the fundamental
skills needed to pursue a successful career in this line of work.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have at least two Highers including English
or a similar subject. Alternatively, applicants should have
completed an appropriate non-advanced College course having
shown good achievement.
For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the
workplace may allow entry subject to interview. All applicants
should show an interest in and aptitude for the subject.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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HND Events Management 8
HND Advertising & PR 8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CKDE (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CKDP (Aberdeen)
This course is aimed at those who wish to work at a managerial
level in the fast-paced and dynamic Events industry; a rapidly
expanding area of professional opportunities in areas such as
festivals, hospitality, exhibitions, music, sport and the arts.
This course will thoroughly prepare you for a career in marketing,
advertising, public relations or the media. Theory and practical work is
combined, reflecting the way things work in the industry: from research
and analysis, to creating corporate identity and brand management. This
gives you a real taste of what working in this fast-paced, creative industry
is really like, ensuring you are well-equipped for educational progression
or employment.
In this industry you will be expected to possess a range of key skills
and for this reason, course content focuses on team-work, problem
solving, evaluation and analysis, as well as factors like budgeting
and marketing.
What will I learn?
You will study the industry as a whole, but also delve into specific
areas of the industry such as legislation, safety and licensing,
creating a culture of customer care and project management skills that you will put to the test when you plan and organise your
own, real life events! You will also focus on specific kinds of events,
such as food and beverage, and live performances.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have at least two Highers including English or a
similar subject. Alternatively, applicants should have successfully
completed an appropriate non-advanced College.
For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the
workplace may allow entry subject to interview. All applicants
should show an interest in and aptitude for the subject.
What will I learn?
The course focuses on key concepts involved in marketing research and
strategy, alongside creating and sustaining brand presence and corporate
identity. You will also build a good understanding of the advertising
industry, the principles and practices involved in public relations, how to
effectively manage events and how to understand consumer behaviour.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have at least two Highers including English or a similar
subject. Alternatively, applicants should have successfully completed an
appropriate non-advanced College course.
For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the
workplace may allow entry subject to interview. All applicants should
show an interest in and aptitude for the subject.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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Care
ChildCare
Health & Social Care
Nursing
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NC Health & Social Care - Zoe Frieslick (17)
Seventeen-year-old Zoe Frieslick was a pupil at Peterhead Academy for five years before she left to study NC
Health & Social Care at North East Scotland College’s Fraserburgh Campus. She said, “I’ve always liked helping
people – friends trust me with problems. I’ve helped support a family member when she was unwell and I also
help out with looking after my younger brother. Because of this, I decided to apply to study at College for a year
to see if I was suited to working in a care role.”
PROFILE
Zoe has enjoyed her first year at College and has found the experience quite different to school. She said,
“When I started at the College, there was only one person on my course I already knew so it was a great
opportunity to meet people from a wide variety of backgrounds and get out of the ‘bubble’ of being at school.
My closest friend on the course is nine years older than me and we have bonded because we have found loads
of things we have in common. I’ve also found that you are given more responsibility at college and the tutors
are wonderful – they give lots of support when it is needed.”
On completing the SCQF Level 5 course, Zoe plans to continue her studies at NESCol by moving on to the
Health & Social Care Higher course for a year. She said, “Most of my class are planning to stay on to study
the Higher course and I’m happy that there will be quite a few familiar faces next year. My aim for the future
is to study at RGU to become a mental health nurse so I plan to apply for that after I finish the Higher course.”
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Pathway
1. Childcare Route 2. Health & Social Care Route 3. Nursing Route
Introduction to Childcare
(SCQF Level 4)
Childcare & Development
(SCQF Level 5)
NC Early Education &
Childcare
(SCQF Level 6)
Or
PDA Education Support
Assistance
(SCQF Level 6)
Introduction to
Health & Social Care
(SCQF Level 4)
NC Child, Health & Social
Care (Social Care Route)
(SCQF Level 5)
NC Health & Social Care
(Social Care Route)
(SCQF Level 6)
First Steps in to Care
(SCQF Level 3)
NC Child, Health & Social
Care (Nursing Route)
(SCQF Level 5)
University Progression Pathways
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HNC Early Education &
Childcare (SCQF Level 7)
Career opportunities are available at
practitioner level in childcare and playwork
throughout the public and private sectors.
Practitioners in management roles can go on to
complete PDA Childhood Practice
(SCQF Level 9) (Part-time)
Progression to university: Page 139
HNC Social Services
(SCQF Level 7)
Those who complete this course often pursue
a career as a social care worker or support
worker, or choose to work in adult, community
or residential child care.
Progression to university: Page 139
NC Working with
Communities
(SCQF Level 6)
(SCQF Level 7) (Offered 2016-17)
NC Health & Social Care
(Nursing Route)
(SCQF Level 6)
HNC Care &
Administrative Practice
(SCQF Level 7)
For full university progression information for this area please see page 139
HNC Working with
Communities
Those who complete this course often pursue
a career as a social care or support worker,
or choose to work in adult, community or
residential child care.
Progression to university: Page 139
Career opportunities are available in clinical,
administrative or senior roles within a care or
hospital setting.
Progression to university: Page 139
1. Childcare
First Steps into Care 3
SCQF Level 3
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCOCI (Aberdeen)
Code: DAOCI (Fraserburgh)
This introductory course provides a good foundation for those
who plan to work in Care, as it looks at the three main areas:
Healthcare, Childcare and Social Care – this will allow you to
make an informed decision regarding which of these areas
you would prefer to work in. The course is also a great option
for those with English as a Second Language who build on their
existing communication skills in a care context.
What will I learn?
The course will allow you to acquire core skills whilst providing
you with a good understanding of the value of working in
the health care, childcare and social care sectors. Personal
development is also a core area of this introductory course.
Entry requirements:
There are no formal entry requirements but all applicants must
be able to work at SCQF Level 3, be committed to successfully
completing the course and have an interest in working in a
care setting.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Introduction to Childcare 4
SCQF Level 4
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DBOCH (Aberdeen)
Code: DAOCR (Fraserburgh)
Working with children is a rewarding and fulfilling endeavour
and this course will provide you with the basic soft skills and
interpersonal skills needed for working in a childcare context.
You will also gain a valuable insight into what to expect from
working in this profession, achieved through investigation of
different job roles/career paths and participation in simulated
job interviews.
What will I learn?
The course content focuses on the health and safety of babies
and young children, accident and emergency procedures, child
development and how to help others prepare for parenthood.
The topics covered will aid your personal and professional
development, giving you a thorough base knowledge for
progression to a higher level of study.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, ideally
to include English.
Other qualifications and experience may be taken into account
but an ability to work at SCQF Level 4 is essential.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Childcare & Development 5
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DBOCD (Aberdeen)
Code: DAOCD (Fraserburgh)
This course gives you the opportunity to build on existing
knowledge, deepening your understanding of what children
need and how to provide effective care. For those who
demonstrate the appropriate skills and values, a placement
opportunity may be provided.
What will I learn?
You will study care in a range of settings, with an emphasis on
childcare and Playwork. You will also study the process of play,
child development and health. Other key components of the
course include Skills for Work National 5, the care and feeding
of children and first aid.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have five National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications. Other
qualifications and experience may be taken into account, but
a genuine interest in caring for children and the ability to
work at SCQF Level 5 is essential. Please note that all students
involved in a work placement will be subject to a satisfactory
background check, completed through the Protecting
Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
NC Early Education & Childcare 6
SCQF Level 6
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DBOE (Aberdeen)
Code: DAOEE (Fraserburgh)
This course naturally follows the Childcare & Development
course, and will provide you with the opportunity to improve
and strengthen your childcare skills and understanding of play
and practice and working in the early years’ sector – essential
in meeting the professional standards required for registration
with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). You will be on
placement for two days each week, and spend the other half
of study time in class. This course acts as ideal preparation for
the HNC Early Education and Childcare course or employment.
What will I learn?
You will study developmental theory in Early Education and
Childcare, focusing on the years between birth and the age of
twelve. You will also learn how to effectively support children
when it comes to behaviour, literacy and numeracy, and how to
support their rights and entitlements.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 5, Intermediate 2 or
Standard Grade Credit level qualifications, including English.
Alternatively, completion of an appropriate SCQF Level 5
course may be suitable.
Other qualifications and experience may be taken into account,
but a genuine interest in caring for children and the ability to
work at SCQF Level 5 is essential. Please note that all students
involved in a work placement will be subject to a satisfactory
background check, completed through the Protecting
Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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HNC Early Education & Childcare
7
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DBCC (Aberdeen)
This course will prepare you to work as a practitioner and
provide you with the values and principles which underpin
life in the early education and childcare sector. You will spend
two and a half days each week in College and two days on
placement, where you will work in an infant class, nursery,
family centre or school for children with additional support
needs.
What will I learn?
You will develop fundamental skills in team work and
communication whilst learning about contemporary issues for
families and children, how to promote language, literacy and
numeracy, how to understand children’s behaviour and how
to work effectively with children who have additional support
needs.
This course is designed as the second stage of education
and training before full registration with the Scottish Social
Services Council (SSSC).
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers including English, and
successful completion of an appropriate level 6 course such as
NC Early Education and Childcare SCQF Level 6.
Please note that all students involved in a work placement
will be subject to a satisfactory background check, completed
through the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
*Please note that the PDA Childhood Practice SCQF
Level 9 course (Code DBACH) is available on a parttime basis at our Aberdeen City Campus, and is
suitable for those who aspire to work in a managerial
position within the education and childcare sector.
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For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick
up a Part-time Course Guide.
NC Working with Communities 6
SCQF Level 6
PDA Education Support Assistance 6
SCQF Level 6
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DBOWC (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DBOA (Aberdeen)
This course combines theory and practice to provide you
with a good understanding of the role community and youth
workers involved in Adult Learning in a Community setting. The
course acts as a challenging but effective insight into working
with communities, and will allow you to build the skills and
knowledge needed for further study, work or volunteering
opportunities within this sector. For students who demonstrate
the appropriate skills and values, a placement opportunity will
be provided.
This course will enable you to undertake a role in supporting
children and young people in an educational setting. It will
fully prepare you, ensuring you acquire the highest level
of competence when it comes to taking on such a crucial
supporting role.
The course is perfect for the continuous professional
development of those already in an educational support role,
as well as those who are new to the sector but see it as a
rewarding and fulfilling career path.
What will I learn?
The course will focus on the values and principles that relate
to community work, and delve into the importance of equality
and diversity. You will also study citizenship achieved through
sport and volunteering, and the importance of these factors in
community development.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 5, Intermediate 2 (grade
B or above) or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications.
Alternatively applicants should have completed a relevant
course at SCQF Level 5, e.g. Childcare & Development. Ideally
all candidates should have some experience of volunteering or
working in the community.
Please note that all students involved in a work placement
will be subject to a satisfactory background check, completed
through the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
What will I learn?
The course content is extremely comprehensive, and covers a
range of crucial factors involved in supporting the educational
development of children. You will study professional practice,
accident and emergency procedures and how to support the
language, literacy and numeracy skills of children and young
people. You will also learn about the behaviour of children,
how to provide additional learning support and the importance
of play.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 5, Intermediate 2 (grade
B or above) or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications.
Alternatively applicants should have completed a relevant
course at SCQF Level 5, e.g. Childcare & Development. Ideally
all candidates should have some experience of volunteering or
working in the community.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
2. Health & Social Care
Introduction to Health & Social Care 4
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCOHS (Aberdeen)
Code: DAOHS (Fraserburgh)
This course will introduce you to the soft skills and interpersonal
skills needed to work within the Care sector, with a specific focus
on Health and Social Care. You will get the chance to investigate
the range of roles and career opportunities available, and
participate in a simulated job interview – excellent practice for
your progression towards further study or employment.
What will I learn?
The course will provide you with a good understanding of life
sciences, psychology, sociology and how to improve health
and well-being. You will also develop skills and knowledge in
accident prevention and emergency procedure, as well as the
underpinning values and principles involved in working in this
sector. Combined, these areas of study will provide you with
an accurate insight into working in the health and social care
sector.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, ideally
including English. Other qualifications and experience will be
taken into account, but the ability to work as SCQF Level 4 is
essential.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
NC Child, Health & Social Care
(Social Care Route) SCQF Level 5 5
NC Health & Social Care
(Social Care Route) SCQF Level 6 6
HNC Social Services 7
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCOC (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCOH (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCCV (Aberdeen)
This course will introduce you to the skills and knowledge
needed to successfully pursue a career in child, health or social
care environments. You will gain a valuable understanding
of the sector and critical topics involved in this type of work,
ensuring you are well-prepared to progress to a higher level
of study.
This award was partially developed by the Scottish Social
Service Council (SSSC) and will boost your employability
skills by developing your understanding of goal-setting, selfevaluation and responsibility in the workplace. Those who
demonstrate the appropriate skills and values will be provided
with a placement opportunity.
This course combines key theoretical knowledge along with
the interpersonal skills and values required for working in the
social services. This ensures that each and every student is
thoroughly prepared for progression to university level study
or employment.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
This comprehensive course covers a wide range of topics in
order to give you a well-rounded perspective of working in
this sector. You will study social care theory and policy, as well
as psychology and how to protect individuals from harm and
abuse. You will also cover team-working in a care setting and
complete a work placement, where you’ll get to put your skills
and knowledge to the test in a realistic, working environment.
The course covers fundamental topics such as sociology,
psychology and mental health issues. You will also develop core
skills and gain valuable insight into families in modern society
and the values and principles which are essential to work
effectively in this sector.
Entry requirements:
Course content will cover psychology, sociology, understanding
mental health and l illness and how to effectively care for those
with Dementia. You will also focus on developing your core
skills and gain a valuable insight into the values and principles
which are essential to work effectively in this sector.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have five National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade General level qualifications (grade 3 or above),
including English. Other qualifications and experience will
be taken into account but a genuine interest in working with
people and the ability to work at SCQF Level 5 is essential.
Applicants should have one Higher in addition to successful
completion of an appropriate SCQF Level 5 course. Applicants
should also have three National 5, Intermediate 2 (grade B or
above) or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications, including
English.
Where will I study?
Evidence of membership of the PVG scheme in respect of
Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults will be
required prior to placement allocation.
Aberdeen City Campus
What will I learn?
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers at grade C or above.
References may be required, and an offer of a place is subject
to a satisfactory check through the Protecting Vulnerable
Groups (PVG).
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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3. Nursing
NC Child, Health & Social Care 5
(Nursing Route) SCQF Level 5
6
NC Health & Social Care
(Nursing Route) SCQF Level 6
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCOLN (Aberdeen)
Code: DAOCS (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCOHN (Aberdeen)
What will I learn?
This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career
in Nursing. It will provide you with the skills and knowledge
relevant to working in the health care sector. It will give you a
firm understanding of the expectations and values demanded
in the nursing profession, and will strengthen your existing
skills and knowledge. On completion of this course, many will
progress towards a higher level of study or move directly into
employment.
Nationally, the nursing profession is raising its requirements
for qualified staff. For this reason, the course covers a wide
range of important topics including mental health issues, HIV,
Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C infections, the human body and
psychology. You will also focus on sociological issues such
as families in modern society and communication for care
support workers. You may also be assigned a work placement.
You will study two Higher grade courses at SCQF Level 6,
choosing from the following:
• Higher Care
• Higher Mental Health
• Higher Communication
This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a
career in Nursing. It will give you a firm understanding of the
expectations and values demanded in the nursing profession,
and will strengthen your existing skills in order to prepare you
for progression to further study or employment.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have five National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade General level qualifications (grade 3 or above).
These should ideally include English and a Science subject.
Other qualifications and experience may be taken into account,
but the ability to work at SCQF level 5 is essential.
Evidence of membership of the PVG scheme in respect of
Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults will be
required prior to placement allocation.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
You will also study critical aspects of working in health care,
such as how to care for those with Dementia, HIV, Hepatitis B &
Hepatitis C Infections and Psychology and Sociology.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have achieved one Higher pass, along with
completion of a relevant SCQF Level 5 course. Applicants should
also have three National 5, Intermediate 2 (grade B or above) or
Standard Grade Credit level qualifications which ideally should
include English and a Science subject – preferably Biology.
Other qualifications and experience will be taken into account,
but the ability to work at SCQF level 6 is essential.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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HNC Care & Administrative Practice 7
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DCCA (Aberdeen)
This course will provide you with the practical skills and clinical
knowledge needed to pursue a career in the healthcare sector,
and incorporates a work placement in a care environment. This
will allow you to gain valuable, hands-on experience which will
prepare you for future work roles.
What will I learn?
On this course you will cover a diverse range of subjects,
ensuring you have a good understanding of the roles and
responsibilities undertaken in this sector. You will study
safe working practices and understanding personal and
professional relationships, as well as patient administration,
sociology and physiology.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, or have completed
a relevant course at SCQF Level 6. Candidates who have
successfully completed the NC Health & Social Care SCQF Level
6 (Nursing Route) are also encouraged to apply.
Evidence of membership of the PVG scheme in respect of
Regulated Work with Children and Protected Adults will be
required prior to placement allocation.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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computing
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Introduction to Computing & Digital Media - Erik Avdulov (18)
Former Torry Academy pupil Erik Avdulov didn’t study computing at school, despite enjoying it as a hobby,
because he wanted to join the police. On discovering that this was not to be, Erik had to rethink his plans and
decided to see if a career in computing would be the right choice for him.
PROFILE
He applied to North East Scotland College to study Introduction to Computing and Digital Media in which he
has excelled. He is now set to progress to study the same subject at NC level next year. He said, “I’ve always
been interested in html coding and gaming as a hobby but now I’ve started studying the subject seriously, I
could definitely see myself working in the industry. The Introductory course gives a great all round overview
and gives a variety of options for further study.”
Erik has enjoyed his first year at North East Scotland College and is looking forward to staying at the College
to progress to higher levels in the future. He said, “I’ve passed nearly all of my assessments this year at the
first attempt but I know that as I progress the work will become much more challenging and I will have to work
hard.”
In the future, Erik is keen to work as a programmer or computer support within the oil and gas industry.
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Pathway
Computing
Introduction to
Computing Support
(SCQF Level 4)
NC Computing with
Digital Media
(SCQF Level 5/6)
HND Computing:
Networking
(SCQF Level 8)
Career opportunities are available in IT
Infrastructure Support across a range of
different industries.
Progression to university: Page 140
Introduction to
Computing Support
(SCQF Level 4)
NC Computing: Technical
Support
(SCQF Level 5/6)
HND Computing:
Software Development
(SCQF Level 8)
Those who successfully complete this course
often secure work in software development,
web design and development, information
system maintenance or support.
Progression to university: Page 140
Introduction to
Digital Media
(SCQF Level 4)
NC Computing with
Digital Media
(SCQF Level 5/6)
Introduction to
Digital Media
(SCQF Level 4)
Introduction to
Computing Support
(SCQF Level 4)
Introduction to
Digital Media
(SCQF Level 4)
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University Progression Pathways
NC Computing with
Digital Media
(SCQF Level 5/6)
HNC Computing
(SCQF Level 7)
HND Interactive Media
(Web Development)
(SCQF Level 7/8)
For full university progression information for this area please see page 140
Career opportunities are available in
interface design, web design, content
creation/management, multimedia
development or project assistant/managerial
work. Progression to university: Page 140
Introduction to Computing Support
4
Introduction to Digital Media
4
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CMGTC (Aberdeen)
Code: CNGTC (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CLGDD (Aberdeen)
Code: CNGDD (Fraserburgh)
This course is a great option if you want to try your hand at
IT support and decide if a career in this sector is really for
you. It will give you a good understanding of basic hardware
maintenance, software installation and configuration, and
general troubleshooting. It will also raise your level of
competence as an IT user and give you a taste of different
specialist areas within computing.
This entry level course will give you the IT skills needed to work
in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world of technology.
The course is designed by industry experts to give you a
comprehensive grounding in relevant commercially-required
IT and Digital Media skills.
What will I learn?
This course incorporates three City & Guilds awards.
These include:
• C&G Level 1 Award for IT Users
• C&G Level 2 Award/Certificate/Diploma (award will depend
on student achievement) in ICT Systems Support
• SQA NPA in Mobile Technology SCQF Level 4.
Entry requirements:
This course is aimed at those who have basic computer
operating skills but no prior experience in PC maintenance.
The course is appropriate for both school leavers and mature
students who wish to further their knowledge and capabilities
in computing. This course is not suitable for those with no
prior qualifications, knowledge or those with no experience
of computers.
What will I learn?
You will cover fundamental areas of Digital Media including
word processing, databases and spreadsheets. You will also
focus on essential multimedia skills and look at audio and
video software, imaging and communication.
Entry requirements:
This course is suitable for those with no previous qualifications
or work experience, but all applicants should have a genuine
interest in Information Technology, Computers and Digital
Media.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
NC Computing with digital media 5/6
SCQF Level 5/6
SCQF Level 5/6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CLODM (Aberdeen)
Code: CNODM (Fraserburgh)
This course will help you discover and develop skills in IT and
Digital Media. It is designed to develop your knowledge of
contemporary applications in computing, whilst offering you
the opportunity to explore a range of digital media disciplines.
What will I learn?
On this course you will cover a variety of digital media
topics including digital literacy, computing skills, and office
applications. You will also focus on the creative side of
computing and study areas of mobile technology, interactive
multimedia and website development.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 4, Intermediate 1 or Standard
Grade Foundation/General Level qualifications.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
NC Computing: Technical Support 5/6
SCQF Level 5/6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CMOTT (Aberdeen)
This course will allow you to focus on desktop support and
network technology in IT, and will provide you with the
technical abilities needed to succeed in a computing support
role. As part of the course you will study an enterprise unit
which involves the creation of a Dragon’s Den style business
plan, and you will also get the chance to formally apply for
work experience within the IT support team at the College –
key in developing your skills and boosting your CV.
What will I learn?
On this course you will cover a range of topics including
troubleshooting, computer hardware and systems
architecture, project management and how to plan and build
a computer network.
Entry requirements:
Applicants are normally those who have left school with
qualifications at SCQF Level 5, adult learners who are
returning to education or those who are progressing from
a relevant SCQF Level 4 course.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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HNC Computing 7
HND Computing: Software Development 8
HND Computing: Networking
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CMCC (Aberdeen)
Code: CNCC (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: Year 2 following HNC Computing
Code: CMDD (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: Year 2 following HNC Computing
Code: CMDN (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 7/8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CLDM (Aberdeen)
This course will help you to develop a range of specialist
software development skills in programming and systems
development, whilst teaching you how to effectively utilise
emerging technologies in this fast-paced and changeable
industry.
The course is designed to offer you academic, technical and
professional training so that you can build essential specialist
skills in installing, configuring and maintaining network
infrastructures. The course will also cover the legal and ethical
issues that accompany work in Computing and IT.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
This very practical course will build on your design and
technical abilities, and ensure you have the necessary skills and
knowledge to effectively implement your ideas and designs into
both static and dynamic web environments. You will work on real
projects with real clients, allowing you to develop an in-depth
and accurate understanding of professional standards and what
to expect when working in a web-related role.
This stimulating programme of learning is designed to
offer you academic, technical and professional training in
order to establish design, implementation, support and IT
management capabilities. All practical work reflects industry
standard processes, and you will also study the legal and
ethical issues relevant to Computing and IT.
In your first year you will have learned about fundamental
concepts relating to computer networks. You will have built
practical skills and theoretical understanding through various
in-class exercises, projects and discussions.
This qualification is specifically designed to give you the
academic and practical training needed to design, implement
and sufficiently support IT systems. Throughout the course
you will develop relevant contemporary vocational skills,
ensuring you are well-prepared for progression to further
study or employment.
What will I learn?
This course embraces key technological developments
and incorporates them alongside fundamental areas of
computing. You will study a range of topics including
software development, virtualisation, mobile technology,
Web 2.0 technologies and social media, allowing you to gain
an in-depth understanding of current trends and practices.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, preferably to include
Computer Science. Applicants should also have Numeracy
Core Skill at SCQF Level 4.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick
up a Part-time Course Guide.
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Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, preferably to include
Computer Science. Applicants should also have Numeracy
Core Skill at SCQF Level 4.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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In the second year of the course you will study more specific
areas of networking as well as the CISCO CCNA Vendor
Qualification. Project work is used regularly to strengthen your
team working and project management skills, and industry
standard practices and processes are used to ensure your
training is vocationally-focused.
HND Interactive Media (Web Development) 7/8
What will I learn?
In Year 1 you will cover fundamental areas of web development
including applications software, digital imaging, sound and vision,
interactive media and 2D animation.
In Year 2 you will look at the human computer interface, scripting
for interactivity, interactive media composition and how to
design and develop an interactive product. You will also look
at key areas including E-Business, website optimisation and
professional and legal issues for interactive media developers.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, preferably to include
Computer Science. Applicants should have Numeracy Core Skill
at SCQF Level 4.
This course is suitable for those with Highers, who have
completed the Higher syllabus or have successfully completed
the NC Digital Media College course. For those returning to
education, life skills and experience in the workplace may allow
entry subject to availability.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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engineering
Electrical
Electronics
Measurement & Control
Mechanical
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HND Mechanical Engineering - Debi Kane (27)
On leaving Bankhead Academy, Debi Kane wasn’t sure what she wanted from life and she spent a number of years working
in a variety of jobs including catering and in a hospital records department.
PROFILE
She soon discovered that she wanted more from life and was keen to find a job which would enable her to buy a house and
allow her to make a life for herself. This led Debbie to consider returning to education and she applied for a place on SVQ
Performing Engineering Operations at North East Scotland College’s Aberdeen Altens Campus.
After this one-year course, Debi sat a maths test which allowed her to progress straight into the NC in Mechanical Engineering
SCQF Level 6 course. After successfully completing her NC, she was then keen to take on the challenge of an HND in
Mechanical Engineering. She said, “The HND was challenging – there’s no time for coasting along, you really need to work
hard to pass!”
Near the end of her HND, Debi applied for a position as a Subsea Designer with Harkand, a global subsea IRM group, and was
delighted to be offered the position. She then managed to juggle working part-time alongside her full-time studies for the
last few months of the course. She said, “The company have been really supportive of me finishing my HND. Once my course
finishes, I’ve got a week off on holiday before I return to work for the company full-time. I absolutely love the design side of
the industry so feel very lucky to have secured this position before my course has even finished!”
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Pathway
SVQ Performing
Engineering Operations
Level 2: Electrical
(SCQF Level 5)
Engineering: 1. Electrical, Electronics, Measurement & Control
NC Electrical
(SCQF Level 5)
University Progression Pathways
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NC Electrical
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Electrical Engineering
(SCQF Level 8)
NC Electronics
(SCQF Level 6)
HNC Electronics
(SCQF Level 7)
NC Measurement
& Control
(SCQF Level 6)
HNC Measurement
& Control
(SCQF Level 7)
For full university progression information for this area please see page 141
HND Electronics
(SCQF Level 8)
Employment opportunities are available as an
Electrical Technician, Incorporated Engineer
or Trainee Engineer.
Progression to university: Page 141
Employment opportunities are available as an
Electrical Technician, Incorporated Engineer
or Trainee Engineer.
Progression to university: Page 141
Employment opportunities are widespread
in the process/engineering industries, with
Technician roles available in areas such
as oil and gas, food and drink, energy and
chemicals.
SVQ Performing Engineering Operations 5
Level 2: Electrical
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AASP (Aberdeen)
Code: AHSR (Fraserburgh)
This course will introduce you to practical electrical/electronic
installation, maintenance and testing skills through hands-on
work, demonstrations, continuous assessment and project
work. You will learn how to recognise materials and processes
and utilise these to effectively meet current and future
engineering trends. Successful completion will allow you to gain
a competence-based SVQ qualification.
What will I learn?
On this course you will develop essential skills in wiring and
testing electrical circuits and programmable controller based
systems, and in the maintenance of electrical equipment and
systems. You will learn how to work efficiently, effectively and
safely in an engineering environment and develop a good
understanding of electronic testing and manufacturing, and how
to operate Programmable Logic Controllers.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 4, Intermediate 1 or Standard
Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, which must
include Maths. Applicants should also possess good hands-on
skills, perhaps evident through the completion of Craft & Design
or similar work at school. Mature students may also apply based
on experience and/or desire to change career.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
NC Electrical SCQF Level 5
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NC Electrical SCQF Level 6 6
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AAOR (Aberdeen)
Code: AHOE (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AAOT (Aberdeen)
Code: AHOT (Fraserburgh)
Electrical Engineers fill key roles in organisations throughout
our largest industries, and developments in electrical
engineering acts as one of the main driving forces in modernday technology. This course will introduce you to the skills and
knowledge required to progress towards the National Certificate
Group Award, meaning you can make a start on your educational
and professional development in the field of engineering.
This course will build on current skills and knowledge in the field
of electrical engineering, allowing you to qualify for a National
Certificate Group Award. This means you can then progress
towards employment, or opt for further study in the form of a
Higher National qualification at HNC/HND level.
What will I learn?
The course covers a broad range of fundamental topics including
electrical wiring, electrical principles, how to use Programmable
Logic Controllers, mathematics and safe working practices.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 4, Intermediate 1 or Standard
Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, which must
include Maths. Alternatively, applicants should have an SVQ PEO
Level 2 qualification. Mature students may also apply based on
experience and/or desire to change career.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
What will I learn?
On this course you will cover various electrical principles
including plant maintenance, testing, measurement and
fundamental systems. You will also focus on computing and
mathematics in relation to electrical engineering, ensuring
all practical work is thoroughly backed by theoretical
understanding.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, which
must include Maths. Alternatively, applicants should have an
NC Electrical/Electronic Engineering SCQF Level 5 qualification.
Other qualifications and experience will be taken into account,
but all applicants should show an interest in and aptitude for
the subject.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
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HND Electrical Engineering
8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: AADT (Aberdeen)
Code: AHDE (Fraserburgh)
The HND Electrical Engineering course is specifically designed
to develop your skills in analysis and synthesis for the solution
of electrical problems and your understanding of core electric
principles and power systems.
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HNC Electronics
7
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AHOL (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AHCC (Fraserburgh)
This course will take you to the standard necessary to qualify for a
National Certificate Group Award, enabling you to secure relevant
employment, or progress to further study in the form of a Higher
National qualification at HNC/HND level.
The course will allow you to develop skills which are essential
for working in the Electronics sector. Through a combination
of theoretical and practical activities you will build a sound
understanding of industry standard principles and processes
whilst developing strong testing, research and project skills.
What will I learn?
This course will cover fundamental subjects including analogue
and digital electronics, combinational logic, instrumental control
systems and mathematics. All learning will be put to the test in
hands-on, practical work where you will develop key skills and
abilities in various electrical and electronic processes.
What will I learn?
The course content covers a wide range of disciplines, including
the application of Programmable Logic Controllers, electrical
machine principles, single phase AC Circuits, three phase systems,
mathematics and safety in the workplace.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, which
must include maths. Alternatively applicants should have an
NC Electrical/Electronic Engineering SCQF Level 5 qualification.
Other relevant qualifications/work experience may be taken into
account, but all applicants should show an interest in and aptitude
for the subject.
Applicants should have Higher Maths at grade C or above, or
have successfully completed an NC Electronics, Electrical or
Measurement & Control course at SCQF Level 6.
What will I learn?
Applicants should have two Highers at grade C or above,
including Maths. Alternatively applicants should have completed
the NC Electrical SCQF Level 6 course or have other relevant
qualifications/work experience.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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NC Electronics SCQF Level 6
Where will I study?
*HNC/HND Electrical Engineering available on a part-time
basis.
Fraserburgh Campus
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
You will study key electronic principles and skills, and cover the
different technologies used. You will also enhance your maths, IT
and communication skills – essential for effective and efficient
electronic work and progression to further study or employment.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
HND Electronics
8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: AHDL (Fraserburgh)
The course will provide you with the advanced skills required to
work in the Electronics sector, whilst developing your knowledge
and understanding of the different internal and external factors
that influence modern-day business performance.
What will I learn?
This course will give you an in-depth understanding of various
electronic principles and skills, and the technology used within the
industry. You will also get to grips with the mathematical, IT and
communication skills needed for effective and efficient electronic
work.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have Higher Maths at grade C or above, or
have successfully completed an NC Electronics, Electrical or
Measurement & Control course at SCQF Level 6.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
NC Measurement & Control 6
SCQF Level 6
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AHOM (Fraserburgh)
This course will provide you with a strong, underpinning
knowledge when it comes to industrial measurement and control.
You will develop a keen understanding of the systems, processes
and instruments used whilst building valuable, hands-on skills
needed for progression to further study at HNC/HND level and
future work in the power or oil and gas sectors.
What will I learn?
You will focus on various process control systems and electrical
principles, whilst studying key aspects of measurement and
control such as flow, maintaining/monitoring level and pressure,
signal conditioning and the use of Programmable Logic
Controllers. You will also gain a good understanding of the use of
mathematics and IT in the industry.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, which
must include Maths. Alternatively, applicants should have
successfully completed the NC Electrical or Electronics course
at SCQF Level 5. Other qualifications and experience may also be
taken into account, but all applicants should show an interest in
and aptitude for the subject.
Where will I study?
HNC Measurement & Control 7
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AHCM (Fraserburgh)
This course will develop your analytical and practical skills
in Measurement and Control Engineering when it comes to
maintenance, servicing, installation, testing, commissioning and
operation. You will also develop a high level of competence in
research, planning and analysis, ensuring you are well equipped
to progress to a higher level of study or employment in a range of
industries – from oil and gas to energy, chemicals, food and drink.
What will I learn?
This course will allow you to strengthen your communication and
IT skills, whilst developing specialist knowledge and capabilities in
process control, the use of measurement systems, control valves
and positioners and how to effectively operate Programmable
Logic Controllers.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have Higher Maths at grade C or above, or have
successfully completed the NC Electronics or NC Measurement &
Control SCQF Level 6 course.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
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Pathway
2. mechanical
SVQ Performing
Engineering Operations
Level 2: Mechanical
NC Mechanical
Engineering
(SCQF Level 6)
(incorporating Manufacture,
Maintenance, Fabrication &
Welding)
HND Mechanical
Engineering
(SCQF Level 8)
(SCQF Level 5)
NC Fabrication & Welding
(SCQF Level 5)
NC in Manufacture &
Mechanical Maintenance
(SCQF Level 5)
University Progression Pathways
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For full university progression information for this area please see page 141
Employment opportunities are available in a
range of supervisory and management roles,
as well as at Technician level where you can
secure work in the mechanical, process, oil
and gas or energy industries.
Progression to university: Page 141
Employment is available in various areas of
the welding, engineering and manufacturing
disciplines. Many will pursue Modern
Apprenticeship opportunities or secure work
as a Fabricator, Welder or Sheetmetal worker.
Employment opportunities are widespread
in the process/engineering industries, with
Technician roles available in areas such
as oil and gas, food and drink, energy and
chemicals.
SVQ Performing Engineering Operations
Level 2: Mechanical (incorporating
Manufacture, Maintenance, Fabrication &
Welding)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: ADSR (Aberdeen)
Code: AJSP (Fraserburgh)
This course is perfect for those who will thrive in a practical,
workshop environment. It will give you a real taste of machining,
fitting/maintenance, welding and fabrication, meaning you can
experience a wide variety of different engineering disciplines
before moving into employment or deciding which you’d like to
specialise in.
This course is a mandatory component for those in employment
who are undertaking a Modern Apprenticeship at Craft, Technician
or Graduate level.
What will I learn?
You will focus on practical work such as mechanical maintenance,
MIG welding, fabrication and fitting, whilst also focusing on vital
aspects of working in the industry, such as health and safety.
Entry requirements:
There are no formal entry requirements, but applicants will be
asked to complete a short test at the interview stage.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide
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NC Mechanical Engineering SCQF Level 6
6
HND Mechanical Engineering 8
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: ADOME (Aberdeen)
Code: AJOME (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: AEDE (Aberdeen)
Code: AJDE (Fraserburgh)
This course will develop your theoretical engineering knowledge
by delivering a detailed introduction to mechanical engineering
subjects. It is designed to enhance your understanding to the
standard required to qualify for a National Certificate Group Award.
This qualification will then enable you to progress to a Higher
National course or into employment.
This highly sought after qualification will allow you to develop
advanced understanding and capabilities when it comes to
mechanical engineering principles and practices, and makes full
use of the College’s excellent engineering facilities.
What will I learn?
This course covers fundamental transferable skills in IT,
communication and mathematics, whilst also focusing on more
specific areas of mechanical engineering including dynamics,
hydraulics, pneumatics, thermofluids and engineering materials.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit Level in Mathematics.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
Upon course completion you can progress to year 3 of a related
degree at one of our associate universities or enter directly into
employment, the choice is yours.
What will I learn?
You will cover a wide range of important topics including the
technical aspects in CAD, engineering drawing, instrumentation
and plant systems, heat transfer and fluid mechanics and
strength of materials. You will also complete a student project and
increase your awareness of business processes and continuing
professional development.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have Higher Maths at grade C or above, or have
successfully completed the NC Mechanical Engineering SCQF Level
6 course.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen Altens Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*HNC/HND Electrical Engineering available on a part-time
basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
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NC Fabrication & Welding 5
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AJOW (Fraserburgh)
On this course you will build industry standard skills in fabrication
and welding. You will develop a good understanding of different
practices and techniques, and on successful completion of the
course will receive a National Certificate Group Award in Welding
Practice.
What will I learn?
You will learn how to perform vital processes including Metal
Active Gas (MAG) welding skills, Manual Metal Arc (MMA) welding
skills and Tungsten Gas (TIG) welding skills. You will also perfect
skills in thermal cutting, fabrication and CAD, whilst focusing on
core aspects of working in this industry such as the use of IT,
mathematics, communication and health and safety.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have an SVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent,
and show an interest in and aptitude for the subject.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available at our Fraserburgh Campus and Aberdeen
Altens Campus on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
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NC Manufacture & Mechanical 5
Maintenance
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: AJOM (Fraserburgh)
This course will provide you with a broad range of practical
Engineering skills, strongly supported by relevant theory that is
covered in class. It is designed for those who wish to become a
skilled Craft or Trades person, Maintenance Fitter or Operative.
What will I learn?
Your focus will be on areas such as pneumatics and hydraulics,
Computer Aided Draughting (CAD), graphical engineering
communication and electrical plant safety and maintenance. As
an Engineer working in this sector you will be using core skills
every day. As a result, your communication, numeracy, IT, problem
solving and team working abilities will be developed for the
duration of the course. There is also a strong focus on health and
safety in the workplace.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 4, Intermediate 1 or Standard
Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, including Maths.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available at our Fraserburgh Campus and Aberdeen
Altens Campus on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
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ENGLISH FOR
SPEAKERS OF
OTHER LANGUAGES
(ESOL)
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ESOL - Anastasija Ivanova (24)
PROFILE
Anastasija Ivanova moved to Aberdeen in October 2012 from her native Lithuania because she had
friends who had already moved to the area and recommended it to her. Despite having a degree in
IT and a teaching qualification, she found it hard to find appropriate employment after her move due
to her English language skills.
Coming to NESCol to study ESOL last year was a big step for Anastasija, which she feels has really
made a difference. She said, “I really needed to improve my English and the course has also helped
me to expand my horizons. I really liked the way the course was taught - there was a great mixture
of formal teaching and group work. I also think that the students in my class have really learned a lot
from each other and I would definitely recommend coming here to study ESOL.”
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Pathway
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ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES
English for Speakers of
Other Languages (ESOL)
Pre Intermediate
(SCQF Level 4)
Appropriate College course at
NC level or employment
English for Speakers of
Other Languages (ESOL)
Intermediate
(SCQF Level 5)
Appropriate college course at
NC and potentially HNC/HND
level, or employment
English for Speakers of Other Languages
(ESOL) Pre Intermediate
4
English for Speakers of Other Languages 5
(ESOL) Intermediate
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CGLF (Aberdeen)
Code: CELF (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CGLF (Aberdeen)
Code: CELF (Fraserburgh)
This course is aimed at speakers of other languages who want to
improve their English language capabilities in order to study in
further/higher education, enhance their employment prospects or
simply communicate more easily.
This intermediate course is aimed at speakers of other languages
who want to further enhance their English language capabilities to
pursue higher levels of study or employment.
What will I learn?
You will strengthen your reading, writing, speaking and listening
skills relevant to every day, professional and academic contexts
to ensure you are confident and able in your communications. You
will also study topics such as citizenship, employability, enterprise
and the use of Information Technology.
Entry requirements:
All applicants should be literate in their first language. Prior to
the course commencing, all applicants are tested and placed in
classes according to their level of English.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
What will I learn?
Throughout the course you will strengthen your reading, writing,
speaking and listening skills relevant to every day, professional and
academic contexts to ensure you are confident and able in your
communications. You will also study topics such as citizenship,
employability, enterprise and the use of Information Technology.
Entry requirements:
All applicants should be literate in their first language. Prior to
the course commencing, all applicants are tested and placed in
classes according to their level of English.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up a
Part-time Course Guide.
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Hair &
Beauty
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hairdressing
beauty therapy
complementary therapies
VRQ Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector (Hair Route) - Bogdan Dragos Bouros (25)
Bogdan Dragos Bouros studied hairdressing in his home country of Romania before he moved to Aberdeen
three years ago. He got a job in the city’s Empire hair salon, but he wanted to learn more. After one of his
colleagues sang the praises of North East Scotland College, Bogdan knew what he wanted to do.
“The UK has much higher standards for hairdressers, so I decided to apply for a hairdressing course here. One
of my colleagues was in her third year at the College and told me so many good things about the course – she
was so excited about what she was learning here, so I decided to apply.”
PROFILE
Bogdan has loved his College experience so far, particularly learning in NESCol’s ‘In:tuition’ salon – a fully
operational hair and beauty salon that is open to members of the public (there is a similar salon in our
Fraserburgh Campus).
He said, “Having the hair salon in the College makes a huge difference – you get the opportunity to work from
the beginning with real clients and the standard of the salon is really way beyond my expectations. It really is
on par with salons in the industry – it has everything you need. The tutors are very professional too. They teach
you what you need to know but they go way beyond that. I love coming to College to learn.”
Bogdan is exceptionally passionate about hairdressing and has big hopes for his future in the industry. He said,
“I’ve had jobs in the past where getting up to go to work has been like a chore, but genuinely when I get up now
I can’t wait to go to College or work. I love hairdressing.
“I’m definitely going to stay and do my second and third year – the hairdressing industry is always changing;
you never stop learning. After I finish third year my dream is to join the Vidal Sassoon Hair Academy. I know it
will be hard but I want to be the best at what I do.”
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Pathway
1. Hairdressing
VRQ Level 1 Diploma
in an Introduction to the
Hair & Beauty Sector
(Hair Route)
(SCQF Level 4)
VRQ Level 2 Diploma
in Hairdressing
(SCQF Level 5)
VRQ Level 3 Diploma
in Hairdressing
(SCQF Level 6)
Employment opportunities are available in
hair and beauty salons and in industries such
as events, media and the performing arts.
Many will also pursue self-employment, and
start their own small business.
2. beauty & Complementary therapies
VRQ Level 1 Certificate
in an Introduction to the
Hair & Beauty Sector
(Beauty Route)
(SCQF Level 4)
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VRQ Level 2 Diploma
in Beauty Therapy
(SCQF Level 5)
Or
VRQ Level 2 Diploma
in Complementary
Therapies
(SCQF Level 5)
VRQ Level 3 Diploma
Beauty Therapy
Techniques
(SCQF Level 6)
VRQ Level 3 Diploma
in Complementary
Therapies
(SCQF Level 6)
Or
VRQ Level 3 Diploma
in Body & Spa Therapy
(SCQF Level 6)
Employment opportunities are available in
hair and beauty salons and in industries such
as events, media and the performing arts.
Many will also pursue self-employment, and
start their own small business.
Those who choose to study Complementary
Therapies may also pursue work in palliative
care.
VRQ Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction
to the Hair & Beauty Sector (Hair Route)
4
VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Hairdressing
5
VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing
6
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DEGIH (Aberdeen)
Code: DDQH (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DEQHD (Aberdeen)
Code: DDQH2 (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DEQHS (Aberdeen)
Code: DDQH3 (Fraserburgh)
This course acts as the ideal starting point for those who want to
work in the hair and beauty industry. Throughout the course you
will strengthen your practical abilities in our state-of-the-art salon
environments, whilst building valuable customer service and
communication skills and developing your own self-confidence.
This course will build on your current abilities and strengths, and
encourage you to work more independently as a hairdresser. You
will build on your existing communication, customer service and
styling/cutting skills whilst gaining extensive hands-on practice
through working with real clients in the College’s own fullyfunctioning salons.
This course is based on the National Occupational Standards and
is a preparation for work qualification, which will ensure you
have the relevant skills and knowledge required to progress to
employment in the Hairdressing industry.
What will I learn?
This course is geared towards those who are considering working
specifically in hairdressing within the hair and beauty sector.
Course content will focus on men and women’s hair, the art of
colouring and how to effectively style, dress, plait and twist hair.
Extensive practical work will allow you to develop a versatile and
varied skill set, essential for progression towards further study or
employment.
What will I learn?
You will learn about industry trends, consultation and professional
practice, as well as health and safety. You will also learn how to
creative a specific image (often based on a theme), how to provide
scalp massage, how to colour, perm and neutralise hair and how
to promote products and services within a salon environment.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a minimum of three National 4,
Intermediate 1 or Standard Grade Foundation/General level
qualifications. Alternatively, applicants should have appropriate
life or work experience.
All applicants should have good communication and practical
skills and a strong commitment to entering the profession.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Applicants should have achieved the VRQ Level 1 Diploma in
an Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector (Hair Route)
qualifications, and are also expected to have a minimum of
three National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level
qualifications.
Alternatively, applicants may have appropriate work experience
- normally around 2 years of working in the industry. Essential
qualities include good communication skills, a willingness to learn
new things and confidence in working with the public.
Where will I study?
What will I learn?
You will strengthen your skills in cutting women’s hair to create a
variety of looks, as well as your ability to design bridal hair, perm,
colour and style/dress hair. This course will also ensure you can
effectively and efficiently monitor health and safety in a salon
environment, promote and sell products and services to clients
and display stock to promote sales opportunities.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have achieved the VRQ Level 2 Diploma in
Hairdressing or an equivalent award, and are also expected to
have a minimum of three National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level qualifications.
Alternatively, applicants may have appropriate work experience
- normally around 2 years of working in the industry. Essential
qualities include good communication skills, a willingness to learn
new things and confidence in working with the public.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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VRQ Level 1 DIPLOMA in an
Introduction to the Hair & Beauty
Sector (Beauty Route)
4
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DFGBA (Aberdeen)
Code: DDQB1 (Fraserburgh)
The course is geared towards those who want to work in the
beauty sector, and will introduce you to the basic skills and
knowledge needed to get started. You will gain a valuable insight
into working in the industry and develop key practical skills in
beauty therapy, which you can then apply in your progression to
further study or employment.
What will I learn?
This course covers a wide range of subjects to ensure you get a
real flavour of what working in the beauty industry is like. You
will learn about make-up, skin care, hand care and manicures
and pedicures. You’ll also experiment with fun practical work, like
themed face painting and nail art!
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, or
appropriate life/work experience.
Essential qualities include good communication skills, a
willingness to learn new things and confidence in working with
the public.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DFQBA (Aberdeen)
Code: DDQB2 (Fraserburgh)
Code: DDQBF (Macduff)
This course will build on your current abilities and strengths,
and encourage you to work more independently as a beauty
therapist. You will increase your communication, customer
service and hand-on skills through extensive practical work,
where you’ll practice on real clients in industry standard settings.
What will I learn?
This course will build on existing knowledge and theory, and go
into further depth on a range of key aspects related to working
in the beauty industry. You’ll focus on facial skincare, waxing
techniques, manicure and pedicure treatments, eyelash and
brow treatments, the application of make-up and skin tanning
techniques – a broad range of topics, ensuring you are well
prepared for progression to further study or employment.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have successfully completed the VRQ
Level 1 Diploma in an Introduction to the Hair & Beauty Sector
(Beauty Route) course, and have a minimum of three National
5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications.
Alternatively, applicants should have appropriate work
experience. Essential qualities include good communication
skills, a willingness to learn new things and confidence in
working with the public.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Macduff Learning Centre
5
VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy 6
Techniques
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DDQB3 (Fraserburgh)
This course is based on the National Occupational Standards.
Through a balanced combination of theory and practical work
you will develop the skills, knowledge and understanding needed
to enter the working world as a well-rounded and confident
beauty therapy professional.
What will I learn?
This vocationally-focused qualification will give you the
opportunity to carry out a range of beauty treatments to a
high professional standard. Your learning will develop through
working in a real salon environment, where you’ll carry out
waxing, electrotherapy, eyelash, micro-dermabrasion and
massage treatments. You will also focus on theoretical aspects
of working in the industry such as health and safety, client care
and how to promote products and services.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have achieved the VRQ Level 2 Diploma in
Beauty Therapy or an equivalent award. Applicants should also
have a minimum of three National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level qualifications, or appropriate work experience.
Essential qualities include good communication skills, a
willingness to learn new things and confidence in working with
the public.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
VRQ Level 2 Diploma in Complementary
Therapies
5
VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Complementary
Therapies
6
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DFQLM (Aberdeen)
Code: DDQLM (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DFQCR (Aberdeen)
Code: DDQCF (Macduff)
This course is aimed at those who wish to work as a therapist in
the complementary therapy sector. It will provide you with a good
understanding of the industry and you will acquire the necessary
practical skills required to effectively provide clients with a wide
range of basic complementary therapy treatments.
This course will build on your existing knowledge and strengths in both
theoretical and practical aspects of working in the complementary
therapy sector. The course will boost your confidence and allow you
to work more independently in providing clients with a range of
different complementary therapy treatments.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Body
& Spa Therapy
6
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DFQBM (Aberdeen)
This course is based on the National Occupational Standards
and is a preparation for work qualification. Through a balanced
combination of theory and practical work, you will develop
the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to enter the
working world as a well-rounded and confident spa professional.
What will I learn?
This course gives you the chance to perfect your practical
skills by working with real clients, where you’ll provide a
range of different treatments including body massage, facial
electrotherapy, aromatherapy massage and hot stone massage.
This course also covers a wide range of core skills in working
with colleagues, effective communication and health and safety.
This course covers a variety of topics. You will look at theoretical
aspects of complementary therapies including client services, health
and well-being, first aid and business awareness. You will also gain
valuable, hands-on skills in a real salon environment, where you’ll
practice and perfect basic aromatherapy, reflexology and massage
treatments.
You will focus on theoretical aspects of the complementary therapies
including healthy eating and well-being, anatomy and physiology
and business practice. You will also refine and perfect your practical
skills in a real salon environment, where you’ll provide aromatherapy,
reflexology and a range of massage treatments.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a minimum of three National 5, Intermediate
2 or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications, or appropriate work
experience.
Applicants should have achieved the VRQ Level 2 Diploma in
Complementary Therapies or an equivalent award. Applicants should
also have a minimum of three National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level qualifications, or relevant work experience.
Essential qualities include good communication skills, a willingness to
learn new things and confidence in working with the public.
Essential qualities include good communication skills, a willingness to
learn new things and confidence in working with the public.
Applicants should have achieved the VRQ Level 2 Diploma in
Beauty Therapy or an equivalent award. Applicants should also
have a minimum of three National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level qualifications, or appropriate work experience.
Essential qualities include good communication skills, a
willingness to learn new things and confidence in working with
the public.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Macduff Learning Centre
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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learning
opportunities
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QUALIFICATION for Work - Jasmin Abed-Ghers (18)
For Jasmin Abed-Ghers, the decision to come to North East Scotland College has been hugely beneficial. After
leaving Aboyne Academy after her fourth year, she joined the full-time Preparation for Work course before
progressing to Qualification for Work the following year.
PROFILE
She said, “During the Preparation for Work course we got to try out a variety of different things including retail,
gardening and hospitality to see which interested us the most, then this year we have been able to spend more
time on our favourite area. I chose hospitality as I really enjoy it and, with my dad being a chef, I think it has
rubbed off on me!”
This year, through the College, Jasmin has had the opportunity to do some work experience at a major hotel
in Ballater two afternoons a week. She said, “My work experience has been hard work but I’ve really enjoyed it!”
The icing on the cake for Jasmin is that before her course had finished she discovered that she had been
accepted for an apprenticeship in food and drink with the Hilton group.
She said, “I’m delighted to be accepted for the apprenticeship and, one day, I hope to be as good a chef as my
dad!”
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Pathway
Learning Opportunities
Preparation for Work
(SCQF Level 2/3)
Restart: College Study
& Employment
(SCQF level 4)
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Qualification for Work
(SCQF Level 3/4)
Progress to employment, further Full-time
college courses and/or activities in the
community.
Progress to Non-advanced college course
or employment.
Preparation for Work 2/3
QUALIFICATION for Work 3/4
Restart: College Study & Employment
SCQF Level 2/3
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DNOSS (Aberdeen)
Code: DMOSS (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 4/5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DNOTR (Aberdeen)
Code: DMOTR (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DNOZ (Aberdeen)
Code: DMOZ (Fraserburgh)
This course is aimed at school leavers with additional
learning needs, who are looking to develop essential skills for
employment. On this course you will get the chance to try out
different vocational areas, whilst building on core skills you will
have established at school. The course encourages and promotes
independent learning, and acts as a fun and diverse introduction
to the world of work and further education.
On this course you will be given the opportunity to select one
entry level vocational qualification, which you will complete
whilst you build and develop your general core skills. A work
experience placement is also built into the curriculum to ensure
that on completion of your course, you are well prepared to
progress on to further study or move directly into the job market.
This course acts as a stepping stone for moving on to further
study at college or employment. It is primarily aimed at those
who have a lack of qualifications from school or those who
want to return to education, and will allow you to develop the
confidence and skills needed for successful progression.
What will I learn?
You will experience a range of vocational ‘tasters’ to help identify
different employment and study opportunities that you may
want to consider. The course will also strengthen your core
skills and understanding of enterprise whilst you work towards
a Personal Development Award and Health and Wellbeing Award.
Entry requirements:
This course is aimed at those with additional learning needs,
and all applicants should be capable of working at a minimum
of SCQF Level 2.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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What will I learn?
What will I learn?
Your core skills will be developed throughout the course through
classroom learning, work experience and in the completion of a
National Progression Award (NPA) Enterprise and Employability.
In addition to this you will choose one from the following
vocational qualifications:
The course covers a broad range of skills in communication, IT
and enterprise. You will also develop your creativity, your ability
to work effectively with others and your understanding of human
behaviour and society. The variety of subjects covered means
you will undergo significant personal development, ensuring you
will be well-equipped to take the next step.
• NPA Bakery
• SVQ Horticulture
• SVQ Retail
• C&G Certificate in Hairdressing
• C&G Certificate in Hospitality
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
This course is suitable for those who have already completed the
Preparation for Work/Further Study course and are capable of
working at SCQF Level 3/4.
It is also suitable for those who have demonstrated work-ready
skills whilst attending the School Link programme.
This course has no formal entry requirements, but applicants will
be invited to an informal information session.
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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Music, Drama &
Creative Media
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HND Acting and Performance year 2 - Andrew JohnS Cameron (21)
From Aberdeen to Cannes, Andrew Johns Cameron’s final year at North East Scotland College was a bit of whirlwind. Whilst
preparing for his final production with his classmates, Andrew was also sharing the red carpet with stars like Ryan Gosling
and Matt Smith at the Cannes Film Festival.
During his time at NESCol, Andrew secured the lead male role in the short film Whistle My Lad, which was screened at the
festival in June. Andrew described his time working on the film: “It was a great experience. I am so humbled to be a part of
the short film. I just keep thinking ‘how did I get so lucky?’ It’s crazy. I just had such a good time and everyone involved in the
project was fantastic. There was such energy about the whole thing.”
PROFILE
“College definitely helped me to prepare for the experience. Things like vocal work, sight reading, improvisation and teamwork,
which we learn about in college, really added to my experience making the film. And I was also able to take the feeling of
being at college – working hard but being part of a family where everyone enjoys what they are doing – and translate that to
being in the cast of the film. I’ve learned from college to have fun whilst you work.”
Andrew was originally inspired to come to College to study acting and performance after watching David Tennant on Doctor
Who and seeing how fun acting could be. After securing his place on the course, he was not disappointed.
“The highlights of my time at College have definitely been the productions we get to put on. You do one in your first year
of the HND and two in your second year,” Andrew explained. “The course requires a lot of individual work, but you work so
closely with your classmates in the productions that you learn a lot about teamwork and you have a great time.”
Andrew is taking a year out to work and pursue his acting career. He is hoping to study at a drama school in the future and
he believes NESCol has prepared him for a career as a performer.
“The course is the whole package. You learn the skills of acting and performance and you actually get to put them into
practice. The whole way through the course you never stop learning. I was able to build my confidence and my eyes were
opened to areas of theatre I wouldn’t have normally considered.”
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Pathway
1.music & Drama
Introduction to Music
Studies
(SCQF Level 5)
NC Music
(SCQF Level 6)
NC Acting & Theatre
Performance
(SCQF Level 6)
University Progression Pathways
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HND Music
(SCQF Level 8)
HND Acting &
Performance
(SCQF Level 8)
Typical career paths include work in music
performance, production, event management
and sound recording. Many will also work as
an independent artist or set up a business
specialising in performing, teaching, recording,
consultation or production.
Progression to university: Page 142
Typical career paths include theatre, television
and radio work as a performer, presenter or
writer. You may also get involved in staging
or casting, or opt to pursue work in your local
community as a workshop leader or teacher.
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For full university progression information for this area please see page 142
Introduction to Music Studies
5
NC Music SCQF Level 6
6
HND Music
8
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CDHMS (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CDOM (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CDDM (Aberdeen)
This course is designed for those who have some instrumental or
vocal skills, but have not yet had the opportunity to gain a formal
qualification in this area. It will give you a valuable insight into the
study of music and develop your appreciation of music, whilst
allowing you to lay the foundations for a career in this fast-paced
and exciting industry.
This course is designed for musicians who wish to develop their
career in the music industry, and will give you the chance to work
on a range of projects and performances alongside like-minded
musicians. It is primarily aimed at those who wish to develop
their skills and prepare for a career in music, and is therefore
suitable for potential composers, songwriters, performers or
behind-the-scenes technicians/producers.
This course is aimed at musicians looking to strengthen their
skill set and prepare for a career in the music industry. The
course will heighten your understanding of music and musical
trends whilst exploring a wide range of technical aspects, where
practical skills will be honed and refined to the standard required
for progression to degree level study or employment.
What will I learn?
The course content will give you a good theoretical and
practical understanding of how music works. You will focus on
technical aspects such as music technology, sound engineering,
composition and music literacy but will also develop your
practical abilities when it comes to performance and
instrumental/vocal skills.
Entry requirements:
This course is suited to motivated, self-disciplined and committed
people who have a keen and realistic interest in developing their
musical abilities.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
What will I learn?
On this course you will learn to produce your own music in
our custom-built studios, using the latest industry-standard
equipment. You will focus on live performance, music technology
and engineering/production whilst studying UK trends, and
learning to appreciate the diversity and opportunities that lie
within the music industry as a whole. You will also complete a
creative project and learn how to organise a community-based
musical event.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have achieved three passes at National 5,
Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level. Alternatively
applicants should have relevant prior experience. All applicants
will be invited to an informal audition to demonstrate performing
skills and musical knowledge.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
What will I learn?
You will develop an in-depth understanding of the industry and
look at recording, production, music sequencing, song writing
and performance – topics which are essential for progression
to further study or employment. You will also make extensive
use of our state-of-the-art practice, performance and production
facilities whilst taking part in a range of live performances and
projects.
We have long established links with a wide range of industry
partners including AVID, Aberdeen Performing Arts and a host of
community music organisations meaning you will become part
of a close community of musical and performance professionals.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, including Music, or should
have successfully completed the NC Music SCQF Level 6 course.
For those returning to education, life skills and experience in
the music industry may allow entry. Please note that you will be
invited to attend an informal interview and audition.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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NC Acting & Theatre Performance
SCQF Level 6
6
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CDOAT (Aberdeen)
This course is perfect if you wish to eventually pursue a career
in the performing arts industry, and acts as a great introduction
to basic concepts and skills. You will work closely with likeminded individuals and our experienced lecturing team, and
get the chance to uncover your creative potential in a number
of performance and collaborative projects in our custom-built
studio theatre.
What will I learn?
This dynamic course offers you the opportunity to exercise
a wide range of acting and performance skills including voice
work, acting through song and how to experiment with different
styles. You will also look closely at the professional theatre, how
to prepare for auditions and how to correctly study text in a
theatrical context.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have achieved three passes at National 5,
Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications, or
should have relevant working experience. All applicants will be
invited to attend an informal interview and audition.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
HND Acting & Performance
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CDDC (Aberdeen)
This advanced level course allows you to develop your skills and
confidence with a view to working in one of the most vibrant
areas of the creative industries; the performing arts. It will
provide you with a platform from which you can build on your
leadership and cooperative team working skills, whilst achieving
valuable insights into contemporary theatre practices.
What will I learn?
This course will provide you with countless opportunities to
develop advanced skills in the key areas of voice, singing,
movement, production and acting. You will study specific forms
of acting such as acting for radio, acting for camera and theatre
styles, as well as professional development for actors and how to
present your skills successfully during a performance.
We work in close partnership with Aberdeen Performing Arts,
Aberdeen Arts Centre Theatre and the Scottish Drama Training
Network, and throughout your time on the course you will be
strongly encouraged to develop an understanding of how to sell
your talents within the industry.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Higher qualifications. Please
note that all who apply will be required to attend an audition.
Advanced entry to year 2 is possible for those who previously
completed HNC Acting and Performance as long as 15 credits
were obtained.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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Pathway
2. Creative Media
Creative Media
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Creative Industries:
TV
(SCQF Level 8)
Opportunities are available throughout the TV,
Film and Media industries. Typical roles include
Production Assistant, Technician (camera,
lighting or sound), Researcher, Filmmaker or
work as part of an independent production team.
Progression to University: Page 142
Creative Media
(SCQF Level 6)
HNC Creative Industries:
Radio
(SCQF Level 7)
Employment opportunities include roles as
a Radio Presenter, Reporter, News Editor,
Researcher, Broadcast Assistant, Production
Assistant, Producer, and more.
Progression to University: Page 142
Creative Media
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Creative Industries:
Media & Communication
(SCQF Level 8)
Employment opportunities are available in
a wide range of areas including television,
communications, public relations, advertising
and journalism.
Progression to University: Page 142
NC Music
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Sound Production
(SCQF Level 8)
University Progression Pathways
Typical employment options will include roles as
a Producer, Technician, Sound Engineer, Studio
Recording Engineer or Music Programmer.
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Creative Media
6
8
HNC Creative Industries: Radio
7
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CDOCM (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CDDH (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: CDCC (Aberdeen)
This course is designed for those who want to work in the
vast and exciting multi-disciplinary area of Creative Media, and
explores the dynamic media and digital industries/economies
that exist in modern-day business and communications. The
course will provide you with the skills needed to progress to
more advanced courses in related subject areas.
This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career
in television, and will provide you with the knowledge, creativity
and technical skills required to succeed in the industry. You will
develop specialist abilities and experience in using cameras,
sound and lighting, and in pre-production, production and postproduction work.
This course will provide you with essential skills and knowledge
in radio broadcasting. You will develop a high level of practical
and analytical abilities in both on-air and production-led units
using our state-of-the-art production and broadcasting suites.
Students will work closely with our experienced lecturing team
and also get the chance to broadcast from the College Radio
Station, throughout the year.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
The course will develop your theoretical and applied knowledge
through detailed course content, where you will study written
and oral communication, media research and radio journalism as
well as practical elements of creative media, such as interviewing
techniques and how to operate a camera.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have three passes at National 5, Intermediate
2 or Standard Grade Credit level, or have relevant prior work
experience. All applicants will be invited to an informal interview.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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HND Creative Industries: TV
This course will allow you to take advantage of our state-of-theart TV and media facilities and learn to operate industry standard
equipment. You will gain invaluable practical experience through
the study of cameras, lighting, sound recording, editing and
scripting. You will also study content development, research and
news gathering – essential in obtaining an accurate perspective
of what it’s like to work in TV and film.
What will I learn?
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
This course is suitable for those with two Highers, or those
who have successfully completed a related non-advanced
College course. For those returning to education, life skills
and experience in the workplace may allow entry subject to
availability.
Applicants should have two Highers or have successfully
completed a related non-advanced college course at SCQF
level 6. One Higher together with experience in Radio may be
considered. For those returning to education, life skills and
experience in the broadcast industry may allow entry.
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Aberdeen City Campus
This course will provide you with valuable skills in editing,
broadcast production, music programming and presentation
work. You will look at technical operations involved in radio
broadcasting as well as communications techniques in scripting,
presenting and interviewing. The course also includes an
exciting creative project.
HND Sound Production
8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CDDP (Aberdeen)
This course is for those who want to work in professional audio
environments. The course will train you in the specification,
utilisation and deployment of professional audio equipment, as
well as how to operate in the professional sound reinforcement
and recording fields.
What will I learn?
You will strengthen your understanding of working in the
creative industries, and get the chance to make full use of
our state-of-the-art media facilities. You will acquire skills in
recording, sound reinforcement, multi-track mixing, music
sequencing/programming and how to assess/remediate the
acoustics of rooms and will also learn about legal issues,
communication and management - essential in ensuring you
have a well-rounded view of the different areas that exist within
the industry.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers to include either Maths or
Physics, or should have successfully completed the NC Music
SCQF Level 6 course. For those returning to education, life skills
and experience in industry may allow entry.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
HND Creative Industries:
Media & Communication
8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: CDDT (Aberdeen)
This course is designed to develop your knowledge,
understanding and abilities when it comes to Media and
Communications. You will learn about key practices and
processes, and develop a broad range of specialist digital and
communication skills, ensuring you are well prepared for the
exciting variety of educational and professional progression
opportunities available.
What will I learn?
This course will introduce you to the media and communications
industry, giving you a well-rounded insight into trends, common
practice and recent developments. You will study a range of
subjects including advertising, how to write for the media, PR
practice and analysis and how to promote/pitch ideas. You
will also get the chance to perfect interviewing and meeting
skills - essential for your progression towards further study or
employment.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two Highers, preferably including
English, or successful completion of a non-advanced College
course. For those returning to education, life skills and
experience in the workplace may allow entry. Applicants should
be aware that a laptop is required for this course.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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Professional
Cookery &
Hospitality
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Advanced Professional Cookery - Ashleigh Foster (21) & Pippa Cortis (20)
Ashleigh Foster and Pippa Cortis have spent the last three years at NESCol, working their way through the College’s
Professional Cookery courses, from Introduction to Advanced. The duo, who became friends during their time here, have
both excelled in the course. They are now heading off in different directions to continue their journeys into professional
cooking careers and both are grateful to the College for helping them progress.
Ashleigh said, “Everything we’ve learnt from the lecturers has been invaluable. Obviously, you learn the curriculum, but you
are constantly learning extra things from people with first-hand experience. The opportunities you get are amazing. If you
are willing to listen, the lecturers are willing to share.”
PROFILE
During her three years on the course, Ashleigh has travelled to China to give cooking demonstrations at a seafood exhibition
and also to Edinburgh with the College’s catering company Aramark. Pippa explained how working in one of the College’s
fine dining training restaurants was invaluable to their learning experience.
She said, “Professional Cookery students get to work in the College’s training restaurant, serving members of the public. You
learn about working in a professional environment and, in third year, you really start to think about speed, technical skills and
precision. College has really expanded our skills.”
As well as working in the College’s restaurant, both Pippa and Ashleigh have found employment at the restaurant Giraffe. On
completion of their course, Pippa is going to continue her way up the ladder in the organisation.
“I’ve gone from a Commis Chef to a Chef de Partie to a junior Sous Chef and then a Sous Chef in Aberdeen,” she said. “Now
I’m going on to become the support chef in a team of people who are travelling the country and opening up new Giraffe
restaurants in Scotland. I’ll be helping to organise new kitchens and teaching chefs how the menu works – helping run the
kitchen to make sure everything is to the standard of the company.”
Ashleigh, on the other hand, is continuing to pursue her dream career of becoming a patisserie chef and is moving to
Glasgow to do an HNC and HND in Patisserie.
“I want to be a pastry chef. I’m really looking forward to the course. We’ve learned different elements of pastry at NESCol, but
I can’t wait to really focus on those skills.”
Pippa added, “I definitely think the course has been so valuable in getting us to where we are now – you learn so much at each
level and keep gaining more and more knowledge and skills.”
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Pathway
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Professional Cookery & Hospitality
Introduction to
Professional Cookery
(SCQF Level 4)
Professional Cookery
(SCQF Level 5)
Advanced Professional
Cookery
(SCQF Level 6)
Employment opportunities are widespread in
the hospitality and catering industries with
roles available in fine dining, hotels, restaurants,
commercial catering and tourism.
SVQ Food Preparation &
Cooking (Level 1)
(SCQF Level 4)
SVQ Professional Cookery
(Level 2)
(SCQF Level 5)
SVQ Professional Cookery
(Level 3)
(SCQF Level 6)
Employment opportunities are widespread in
the hospitality and catering industries with
roles available in fine dining, hotels, restaurants,
commercial catering and tourism.
SVQ Food and Drink
Service (Level 1)
(SCQF Level 4)
SVQ Food and Drink
Service (Level 2)
(SCQF Level 5)
SVQ Hospitality
Supervision (Level 3)
(SCQF Level 6)
Employment opportunities are widespread in
the hospitality and catering industries with
roles available in fine dining, hotels, restaurants,
commercial catering and tourism.
Introduction to Professional Cookery
4
Professional Cookery
5
Advanced Professional Cookery
6
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DGQPC (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DGQP3 (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DGQPV (Aberdeen)
This course is designed by City & Guilds to enable anyone who
aspires to work in the hospitality industry with the opportunity
to develop the practical skills, knowledge and understanding
required for pursuing further study or employment.
This vocationally related qualification is designed by City &
Guilds for those who are currently working or want to work as
a professional Chef in the catering and hospitality industry, and
will build on your existing skills so that you can develop and
refine your culinary techniques.
This vocationally-focused qualification is designed to develop
your culinary skills and techniques so that you are working at an
advanced level – ready for entering the workplace as a confident
and able professional. Successful completion provides students
with the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
You will look at kitchen operations, costs and menu planning,
as well as healthy foods and special diets. When it comes to the
practical side of things, you’ll learn to prepare stocks, soups,
sauces, meat, fish, shellfish, rice, pasta, baking, desserts and
puddings! You’ll also gain a valuable insight into working in the
industry.
You will learn to produce high level dishes using vegetables,
meat, poultry, game, fish and shellfish, whilst studying practical
gastronomy and food safety in depth. You will also build on your
supervisory skills – essential for effective and efficient work in a
professional kitchen environment.
You will be introduced to a broad spectrum of areas relating to
working in a professional environment, and develop essential
transferable skills in communication and teamwork.
What will I learn?
You will learn how to prepare and cook food using methods
such as boiling, poaching, steaming, baking, frying, roasting
and grilling. You will also cover food safety and learn about
beverages, bar service and hospitality events.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have at least two National 4, Intermediate
1 or Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications.
Consideration will also be given to those who have relevant
work experience or have completed a related course at
introductory level.
Applicants should have National 4, Intermediate 1 or Standard
Grade Foundation/General level qualifications, and have
achieved an introductory non-advanced cookery course such
as Introduction to Professional Cookery. Applications are also
welcomed from those with relevant work experience, but the
course is not suitable for school leavers.
This course is suitable for those who have National 5,
Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level qualifications that
have completed a related course such as Professional Cookery.
Applications are also welcomed from those who have worked for
a Chef for some time and have a lot of experience in the industry,
but want to further develop their skills and abilities. Please note
that this course is not suitable for school leavers.
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Aberdeen City Campus
Aberdeen City Campus
Entry requirements:
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SVQ Food Preparation & Cooking
(Level 1)
4
SVQ Professional Cookery (Level 2)
5
SVQ Professional Cookery (Level 3)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJQP2 (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJQP3 (Fraserburgh)
This course acts as an introduction to working in the hospitality
and catering industry, and will allow you to develop the practical
and social skills needed for working in such an environment.
You will gain hands-on training in our excellent industry
standard facilities, which will also provide you with a valuable
insight into front of house and kitchen operations.
This course will strengthen your existing skills in food
preparation and cooking, allowing you to build the techniques
and approaches required for working in this fast-paced and
exciting industry. You will build on your practical experience
through extensive use of our training facilities and gain a
deeper understanding of both front of house and kitchen
operations, ensuring you are well-prepared for progression
towards further study or employment.
This advanced level course gives you the chance to perfect your
hot and cold kitchen work and produce an exciting variety of
complex dishes. The course will refine your existing skills and
ensure you have the practical and theoretical understanding
needed to meet the demands of employers in today’s catering
and hospitality industry.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJQP1 (Fraserburgh)
You will be introduced to the preparation and production of
simple salads, vegetables, fruit dishes, fish, meat, poultry and
bread. You will also develop a good understanding of how to
work effectively as part of a team, as well as how to maintain a
safe, hygienic and secure working environment.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two passes at National 4, Intermediate
1 or Standard Grade Foundation/General level. Applications are
also welcome from those with other relevant qualifications or
work experience.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
You will learn how to prepare and cook a wide range of
advanced dishes, working with vegetables, fruit, bread, fish,
meat and poultry. You will also cover important aspects of
working in the industry such as health, hygiene and safety.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two passes at National 5, Intermediate
2 or Standard Grade Credit level. Alternatively applicants should
have successfully completed the SVQ Food Preparation &
Cooking (Level 1) course. Applications are also welcome if you
have other relevant qualifications or work experience.
Please note that you will be invited to an information session.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
What will I learn?
You will prepare and cook a wide range of foods including fish,
meat, poultry, soups, sauces, baking, desserts and dressings.
You will also learn about important aspects that come with
working in the catering and hospitality industry, like how to
build positive professional relationships, how to establish
positivity in the workplace and how to maintain a safe, secure
and hygienic working environment.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have successfully completed the SVQ
Professional Cookery (Level 2) course. Applications are also
welcome from those who have other relevant qualifications and/
or work experience. Students studying at this level are expected
to be in current and appropriate part-time employment. You will
be invited to an information session.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh
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SVQ Food & Drink Service (Level 1)
4
SVQ Food & Drink Service (Level 2)
5
SVQ Hospitality Supervision (Level 3) 6
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJQS1 (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJQS2 (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJGHS (Fraserburgh)
This course is suitable for those who want to work in front of
house operations at a restaurant or other food and beverage
service venue. It will introduce you to fundamental concepts
and techniques used in this fast-paced and exciting industry,
allowing you to gain the skills needed to deliver a high quality
dining experience for all customers.
This course will build on your existing knowledge and expertise
in food and beverage service, allowing you to strengthen
and refine your skills. It will provide you with an insight into
employer expectations and a thorough understanding of front
of house and kitchen operations. This advanced level of learning
will enable you to seek employment in more senior positions
within the sector.
This course is aimed at those who currently work or aspire
to work at supervisory level within the hospitality industry,
where roles will require strong leadership and organisational
skills in order to effectively manage operations in both
kitchen and restaurant environments. This course is
accredited and awarded by City & Guilds, the Hospitality
Training Foundation and the Institute of Hospitality.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
You will learn to work effectively as part of a hospitality team
and study common working environments within the food and
beverage service sector. You will also cover safety, hygiene and
security as well as how to correctly deal with payments. Other
key subjects include serving food at the table, preparing tables
and clearing areas for efficient service.
You will learn how to lead a team in order to improve
efficiency of operations and effectiveness of customer
service, whilst gaining an in-depth understanding of
organising food service and functions. You will also study
the development of working relationships with colleagues,
and how to maintain health, hygiene, safety and security in
the working environment – essential for your progression
towards employment in a related role.
What will I learn?
You will learn about the preparation and serving of a variety of
food and drinks, and learn how to maintain a safe, hygienic and
secure working environment at all times. You will focus on key
aspects of customer care and service, as well as how to work
effectively and efficiently as part of a team – a vital skill when
working in the catering and hospitality industry.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two National 4, Intermediate 1 or
Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications.
Applications are also welcomed from those with other
relevant qualifications and/or work experience. All applicants
will be invited to an information session, and should show a
commitment to successfully completing the course.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have a minimum of three National 4,
Intermediate 1 or Standard Grade General level qualifications.
Applications are also welcomed from those with other
relevant qualifications and/or work experience. All applicants
will be invited to an information session, and should show a
commitment to successfully completing the course.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have successfully completed the SVQ
Food and Drink Service (Level 2) course or equivalent, or
should have other relevant qualifications/work experience.
Please note that applicants will be invited to an information
session.
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
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Science
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HND Applied Sciences Year 1 - Ben Mosley (21)
When Ben Mosley attended Inverurie Academy, his career ambitions lay in physics, working in the engineering
industry. But when it came time to apply for his next step in education, Ben decided that he wanted more of a
grounding in other sciences like chemistry and biology, which he had never studied in school. So he applied for
the NC Applied Sciences SCQF Level 5 course at North East Scotland College.
PROFILE
Ben completed the Level 5 course and the Level 6 course and went on to study the HND in Applied Sciences.
And in his time here, he has discovered that his passion lay not in physics, but in marine biology.
“You get taught such a diverse range of subjects on the course,” he said. “It’s been great building knowledge of
all areas of science. I’ve learned so much over my three years here – I’ve impressed myself with the amount I’ve
learned and the amount of independence I’ve gained.
“I discovered that my passion is marine biology. I want to go and work in cetacean (marine mammal)
conservation – somewhere I can make a difference.”
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Pathway
science
NC Applied Sciences
(SCQF Level 5)
University Progression Pathways
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NC Applied Sciences
(SCQF Level 6)
HNC Applied Sciences
(SCQF Level 7)
Routes to Higher
Education: Science
(SCQF Level 6)
Progression to HNC/D
Level of appropriate
course or university
HND Applied Sciences
(SCQF Level 8)
For full university progression information for this area please see page 143
Employment opportunities are typically at
Technician or Researcher level in science related
industries.
Progression to university: Page 143
NC Applied Sciences SCQF Level 5
5
NC Applied Sciences SCQF Level 6
6
HNC Applied Sciences
7
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: ACOA (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: ACOS (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 7
Duration: 1 Year
Code: ACCAP (Aberdeen)
This course will increase your understanding of scientific
principles and practice, and is aimed at those who have limited
formal qualifications. A particularly large amount of the course
will involve stimulating practical activities, experiments and
laboratory work ensuring the course is exciting, engaging and
informative.
This course will allow you to specialise in a particular area
of science, and contains a significant amount of stimulating
practical activities. Much of the practical work will be of direct
relevance to local issues, industries or topical events, and will
ensure you acquire a broad base of laboratory knowledge and
expertise.
This course will provide you with essential scientific knowledge
and understanding in chemistry and biology, and includes
a significant amount of practical work. The course will
allow you to develop essential hands-on skills and acts as
excellent preparation for progression towards further study or
employment.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
The course will cover a broad range of science topics
including Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology and Physics. You
will also develop essential maths and numeracy skills, whilst
strengthening your investigative capabilities.
On this course you will study the core sciences – Chemistry,
Physics and Biology. However, you will be given the opportunity
to specialise in either physical science subjects (chemistry and
physics) or in life sciences subjects (chemistry and biology/
human biology). You will also study microbiology, maths,
laboratory investigations and science and technology.
You will study chemical and biological sciences, covering a
broad range of theoretical and practical work. You will learn to
use modern instrumentation and analytical instruments, and
look at areas of physical and inorganic chemistry, cell biology,
maths, presentation skills and spectroscopic and analytical
techniques. There are also a range of optional subjects available
including plant biology, environmental biology and organic
stereochemistry.
Entry requirements:
There are no formal entry requirements but we do recommend
you enrol on a course that matches your abilities and interests.
Any previous qualifications should indicate that you will be
comfortable studying at SCQF Level 5.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level qualifications in a minimum of two Science
disciplines and Maths. Alternatively applicants should have
successfully completed the NC Applied Sciences SCQF Level 5
course. Where an applicant only has prior qualifications in one
science subject, this may still allow entry providing there is
evidence of strong qualifications in other subjects.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have Higher qualifications in Chemistry and
Biology, or a Higher in one of these subjects and a National 5,
Intermediate 2 (at a minimum of grade B) or Standard Grade
Credit level qualification in another. Alternatively, applicants
should have successfully completed the NC Applied Sciences
SCQF Level 6 course at Grade B or above. Please note that
applicants will be required to have a laptop.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
*Available on a part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
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HND Applied Sciences
8
Routes to Higher Education: Science
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 1 Year
Code: ACDAP (Aberdeen City)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: ACHS (Aberdeen City)
Applied sciences are used in almost all industries, from health
services and pharmaceuticals to food, drink and energy. This
wide-ranging, advanced level course covers theoretical and
practical aspects of biological and chemical sciences. A large
amount of hands-on training is involved, giving you a chance
to put theory into practice and develop valuable skills in
experimentation, testing and modern instrumentation.
On this course you will study four SQA Highers from the science
subjects, Maths and English - please see below. The course
is intended for those with strong qualifications at SCQF level
5 who wish to improve on their existing qualifications and
progress to further study or employment.
What will I learn?
This course will strengthen your existing knowledge through
in-depth study of a variety of key scientific areas including
physical chemistry, biochemistry, DNA structure and function,
kinetics, thermodynamics and cell biology. You will also focus
on animal biology and the human body, its structure and its
function.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have Higher qualifications in Chemistry and
Biology, or a Higher in one of these subjects and a National 5,
Intermediate 2 (at a minimum of grade B) or Standard Grade
Credit level qualification in another. Alternatively, applicants
should have successfully completed the NC Applied Sciences
SCQF Level 6 course at Grade B or above. Please note that
applicants will be required to have a laptop.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
What will I learn?
You must select four of the following Higher qualifications:
• Higher Mathematics
• Higher Chemistry
• Higher Human Biology
• Higher Physics
• Higher Environmental Science
• Higher English
Entry requirements:
Applicants should hold National 5 or Intermediate 2
qualifications (grades AABB) or Standard Grade Credit level
qualifications (grades 1122) in their four selected subjects.
Please note that those wishing to study Environmental Science
may hold Geography or Biology as alternative qualifications.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
*Highers in Chemistry, English, Human Biology, Maths,
Physics and Psychology are available on a part-time
basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-time Course Guide.
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social scienceS
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HND Social Sciences - Tabatha Forbes (21)
Tabatha applied for the Introduction to Social Sciences course in 2011, wishing to return to learning after a
considerable gap in education.
PROFILE
Reflecting on how her journey at College began Tabatha said, “Having been a mum and holding down a number
of jobs for some years I decided it was time to improve my qualifications and return to education.
“I enrolled on the Introduction to Social Sciences course and soon discovered a love of the social sciences.
I then progressed to the social sciences ‘Highers’ course, where I surprised myself by passing everything and
managing to get pretty good marks.”
For the first time Tabatha realised that studying at first year university level was clearly within her capabilities,
and she applied for the HND Social Sciences course.
“I’m now doing my HND and even considering going on to university – something I would never have thought
possible – or even considered when I first started at College!”
Because of her exceptional work ethic and outstanding achievements, Tabatha was presented with the
Amanda Mills Award in May 2014.
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Pathway
social sciences
NC Social Sciences
(SCQF Level 5)
NC Social Sciences
(SCQF Level 6)
HND Social Sciences
(SCQF Level 8)
Routes to Higher
Education: Social Sciences
(SCQF Level 6)
Progression to HNC/D
Level of appropriate
course or university.
University Progression Pathways
112
Employment opportunities are available in a range
of areas including social research, local government,
community education, the civil service, education,
voluntary sectors and the media.
Progression to university: Page 144
For full university progression information for this area please see page 144
NC Social Sciences SCQF Level 5
5
NC Social Sciences SCQF Level 6
6
HND Social Sciences
8
Routes to Higher Education:
Social Sciences
6
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DLOSS (Aberdeen)
Code: MOSS (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DLWH (Aberdeen)
Code: DMWH (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: DLDS (Aberdeen)
Code: DMDS (Fraserburgh)
Social Sciences are relevant to a number of occupational
sectors. This course explores human behaviour and society
through a broad yet detailed introduction to the social sciences.
You will focus on topical trends and developments, and
through discussion, debate and research you will enhance your
understanding of important social issues.
This course will deepen your understanding of human
behaviour and society and focus on a wide range of interesting
social science subjects where you will analyse topical trends
and developments. Through extensive discussion, debate
and research you will further enhance your understanding of
important social issues.
On this course you will develop a deeper understanding of
human behaviour and society through the study of four
SQA Highers. The course is intended for those with strong
qualifications at SCQF level 5 who wish to improve on their
existing qualifications and progress to further study or
employment.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
This advanced level course will strengthen your existing
knowledge and understanding when it comes to human
behaviour and human society. You will use critical thinking
to analyse different issues and build valuable evaluative and
problem solving skills. You will also develop sound research
skills - a vital component in the understanding and study of
social sciences.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
You will study sociology, psychology, geography, history
and modern studies, providing you with a well-rounded
understanding of the various social science disciplines. Other
key components of the course include the SQA National
Progression Award in Enterprise and Employability, and
development of core skills in communication, numeracy and IT.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should ideally hold qualifications at National 4,
Intermediate 1 or Standard Grade General level (at a minimum).
At the very least, applicants should have core skills
communication or equivalent at SCQF level 4.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
On this course you will study sociology, psychology, history,
criminology and volunteering whilst strengthening your
communication and IT skills through various theory-based and
practical exercises.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level qualifications. At the very least, applicants
should have core skills communication or equivalent at SCQF
Level 5.
On this course you will explore sociology and psychology
alongside history, politics and criminology. You will also
address different research issues and experiment with different
research methods to ensure you have the necessary skills
and understanding for progression towards further study or
employment.
Entry requirements:
Where will I study?
Applicants should have three Higher qualifications or have
successfully completed the NC Social Sciences SCQF Level 6
course.
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
SCQF Level 6
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DLHA (Aberdeen)
You must select four of the following Higher qualifications:
• Higher English
• Higher Sociology
• Higher Psychology
• Higher History
• Higher Geography
• Higher Modern Studies
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have Higher, National 5 or Standard Grade
Credit level qualifications. At the very least, applicants should
have core skills communication or equivalent at SCQF level 6.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
*Highers in Chemistry, English, Human Biology, Maths,
Physics and National 5 Psychology are available on a
part-time basis.
For more information visit www.nescol.ac.uk/courses or pick up
a Part-Time Course Guide.
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FITNESS
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HND Coaching & Development Sport - Rachel Masson (18)
Dedicated student and competitive swimmer Rachel Masson has been training at Aberdeen Sports Village
and Westhill Swimming Pool twice a day whilst studying full-time towards an HND in Coaching & Development
Sport at North East Scotland College.
Rachel’s hard work has definitely paid off because not only did she made great progress with completing the
first year of her HND, she was also selected to represent Scotland at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow
during the summer of 2014.
PROFILE
Rachel said, “The past couple of years have been hectic, what with finishing school in Aboyne alongside the
intense training I’ve been doing for swimming trials and competitions. My family have been very supportive
and since I came to College, I’ve also had lots of support there too. I’ve had to travel to compete and train for
swimming and the department has been extremely helpful in allowing me to complete College work around
these commitments.”
She continued, “I’ve enjoyed the course immensely and taking on some new challenges has been great. For
example, coaching primary school pupils was daunting at first but once I got used to it, it was really rewarding to
see the children make progress. Also, football training was new to me – it’s completely different to swimming!”
Rachel is looking forward to returning to NESCol after the summer to continue her studies. She said, “Ultimately,
I would like to train to become a strength and conditioning coach but, of course, in the meantime I will keep up
my training for swimming as my next goal is the Olympic Games in Rio.”
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Pathway
sport & FITNESS
Introduction to Sport,
Leisure & Fitness
(SCQF Level 4)
NC Sport & Fitness
(SCQF Level 5)
Entry to Uniformed
Services (Level 1)
(SCQF Level 4)
Entry to Uniformed
Services (Level 2)
(SCQF Level 5)
University Progression Pathways
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HND Coaching &
Developing Sport
(SCQF Level 8)
HND Fitness, Health &
Exercise
(SCQF Level 8)
Employment opportunities are available in leisure
management, sports coaching, sports training,
education, administration and if applicable, in sports
performance as an elite athlete.
Progression to university: Page 145
Employment opportunities include work in sports
clubs or private facilities, personal training or
involvement in community sport and health
initiatives.
Progression to university: Page 145
Employment opportunities are available in any of the
uniformed services, including the police, fire service
and the armed services.
For full university progression information for this area please see page 145
Introduction to Sport,
Leisure & Fitness
4
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DHOL (Aberdeen)
Code: DJOL (Fraserburgh)
This course is aimed at those who are interested in working in
the sport and fitness industry, and will provide you with a good
understanding of leisure, health and wellbeing. Throughout the
course you will be given the opportunity to build a wide range of
vocational skills whilst boosting your confidence and enhancing
your practical performance.
The course consists of two group awards: Intermediate 1 Skills
for Work: Sport and Recreation and a National Progression
Award in Sporting Events: Personal Best. In addition you will
also undertake a Sports Leadership qualification from Sports
Leaders UK.
NC Sport & Fitness SCQF Level 5
5
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DHOS (Aberdeen)
Code: DJOS (Fraserburgh)
If you have a passion for sport, fitness and wellbeing then
this course will help you to lay the foundations needed for a
successful career in the industry. You will develop your theoretical
knowledge and strengthen your practical skills through a mixture
of different activities. You may also undertake a Sports Leadership
qualification from Sports Leaders UK.
Those based at our Aberdeen City Campus will complete a
National Progression Award (NPA) in either Sports Development or
Exercise and Fitness in addition to the NC – an extra qualification
to boost your CV and further prepare you for progression towards
further study or work.
What will I learn?
On this course you will study personal fitness and wellbeing,
sports performance and how to deal with accidents and
emergencies. You will take part in a wide variety of practical
work, where you will develop your skills in sports such as indoor
football, table tennis, badminton and volleyball.
On this course you will learn about nutrition, health and wellbeing
in relation to physical activity. You will also look closely at
important aspects of working in this industry including team
work, health and safety and communication. Practical activities
are wide-ranging, meaning you could be playing badminton
or basketball one day and working on circuit or fixed weights
training the next!
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
What will I learn?
This course is suitable for those with National 4, Intermediate 1
or Standard Grade Foundation/General level qualifications.
For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the
workplace may allow entry subject to availability.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
HND Coaching & Developing Sport
8
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: DHDS (Aberdeen)
This course is aimed at those who wish to participate in sport, lead
others in coaching sessions and those who wish to work directly
with athletes in helping them to improve their performance.
The course has an exciting mix of practical subjects which are
studied alongside related theory, giving you the opportunity to
develop new skills, improve on existing skills and gain an in-depth
understanding of sports coaching and development subjects.
What will I learn?
This course allows you to delve into key areas of coaching and
developing sport, including nutrition, psychology, anatomy and
physiology. Fitness testing and conditioning are key components
of the course, along with how to coach children and inclusive
sports provision. You will also focus on first aid, prevention
of sports injuries and rehabilitation following injuries, which
are all critical factors when working in a professional sporting
environment.
As well as this, the course includes a work experience placement,
where you’ll get the chance to develop your coaching abilities in a
real working environment.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have one relevant Higher qualification and a
range of National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level
qualifications.
Applicants should have two relevant Higher qualifications at
grade C or above. For those returning to education, life skills
and experience in the workplace may allow entry subject to
availability. Please note that in this case, evidence of an ability
to cope with the academic level of the course would be required.
For those returning to education, life skills and experience in the
workplace may allow entry subject to availability. Please note that
in this case, evidence of an ability to cope with the academic level
of the course would be required.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
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HND Fitness, Health & Exercise
8
4
Entry to Uniformed Services (Level 2)
5
SCQF Level 8
Duration: 2 Years
Code: DHDF (Aberdeen)
SCQF Level 4
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJNUF (Fraserburgh)
SCQF Level 5
Duration: 1 Year
Code: DJNUS (Fraserburgh)
If you wish to work in the areas of fitness, health and exercise
instruction then this course is the perfect option. You will study
a wide variety of subjects spanning the whole spectrum of sport
science and fitness leadership, as well as a PDA in Professional
Training - students who complete units associated with this
additional award may gain access to the Register of Exercise
Professionals at level 3.
This course is aimed at those who aspire to work in the Uniformed
Services including the Army, Navy, Air Force and Civilian Services. It
will allow you to build on your existing skills and abilities so that you
can confidently and successfully pursue selection for work in one of
these important areas of employment.
This course will further enhance the skills of those who wish to
work in the Uniformed Services including the Army, Navy, Air Force
and Civilian Services. It will allow you to build on your existing
capabilities so that you can confidently and successfully pursue
selection for employment in your chosen field.
What will I learn?
What will I learn?
Throughout the course you will develop vital skills in team work,
health and safety, self-discipline, conflict resolution and physical
fitness – critical for sustaining a successful career in any of the
uniformed services. You will also take part in a wide range of
practical activities, from personal survival and navigation to circuit
training and volleyball.
Throughout the course you will develop vital skills in team work,
health and safety, self-discipline, conflict resolution and physical
fitness – critical for sustaining a successful career in any of the
uniformed services. You will also study subjects such as equality
and diversity and take part in a wide range of practical activities,
from resistance training and navigation to archery and handball.
Entry requirements:
Entry requirements:
You should have two National 4, Intermediate 1 or Standard Grade
Foundation/General level qualifications. Applications from those
with other qualifications and/or experience are also welcomed.
Applicants should have two National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard
Grade Credit level passes. Applications from those with other
qualifications and/or experience are also welcomed.
You will be invited to an information session and should be able
to demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the
Uniformed Services.
You will be invited to an information session and should be able
to demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the
Uniformed Services.
Where will I study?
Where will I study?
Fraserburgh Campus
Fraserburgh Campus
You will develop a wide range of fitness leadership and exercise
prescription skills whilst building a good understanding of the
key underpinning scientific principles that support practical
performance.
What will I learn?
You will cover a broad range of topics from exercise physiology,
exercise trends and sports nutrition to personal training and
exercise testing. You will also get the opportunity to complete a
work placement where you’ll put your skills to the test in a real
working environment and boost your leadership, team work and
problem solving abilities.
Entry requirements:
Applicants should have two relevant Higher qualifications at grade C
or above. For those returning to education, life skills and experience
in the workplace may allow entry subject to availability. Please note
that in this case, evidence of an ability to cope with the academic
level of the course would be required.
All applicants should be extremely passionate about participating
in sport and fitness activities, and the prospect of leading and
instructing others in a practical environment.
Where will I study?
Aberdeen City Campus
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Help & Advice 122-123
Funding your studies 125-126
European projects 127
Learning Resources 128-129
OPEN Days
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Help &
Advice
We have teams of QUALIFIED Staff who are here to offer advice and information prior
to starting College, while you are attending and when you are ready to move on to
university or employment.
Information & Booking Centre/Admissions OFFICE
Our Information & Booking Centre at Aberdeen City Campus, and the Admissions
Office at Fraserburgh Campus deal with all customer enquiries, from giving
pre-entry advice and guidance to helping people to submit their course application.
The team is available for consultation five days a week and we provide a 24-hour
answering facility.
Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday: 10.00am – 5.00pm
Friday: 10.00am – 3:45pm
Saturday: CLOSED
Sunday: CLOSED
For information on how to apply for a College course - please go to page 146
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Learning
Development
Team
Student
Advisers
Guidance
Tutors
The College has a team of Student
Advisers who are there to give you
general advice on:
Every course has a Guidance Tutor who
will help you with your studies. They will
monitor your attendance and progress and
are available to discuss matters that might
impact on your learning.
North East Scotland College is an
inclusive and diverse college, and our
Learning Development Team is in
place to offer learning support and
advice to all students.
You may meet your Guidance Tutors prior to
coming to College at a pre-entry guidance
meeting. If not, your first meeting will be
during ‘Induction Week’ when your Guidance
Tutor will give you an overview of the course
you are on and what is expected from you
on the course.
Here are just a few examples of the
services on offer:
• Careers
• Employability/My World of Work
• UCAS applications
• Enterprise activities
• Volunteering opportunities
• Pastoral care
• Aspects of welfare
• General student funding advice
• Procedures around the College nursery
at Fraserburgh
• Financial capability.
Guidance Tutors can give you support on
various issues that may affect you while you
are on your course. They also have links
with external agencies that may be able to
provide the support you are looking for at
the time.
Guidance Tutors meet class groups of
students in timetabled guidance sessions,
but they are also available for one-to-one
support for all students.
Non-advanced Level
International
(SCQF Level 5 & 6)
Guidance
For students who are coming to
study at the College from outside of
Scotland, our International Student
Adviser can help advise you on
your language abilities, international
qualifications, visas and much, much
more!
• Assistance with essay and report writing
• Additional help with course work
• Study and research skills
• Exam techniques
• Special examination requirements and
alternative methods of assessment
• Scribes and readers
• Additional help with key skills such as writing, communication, numeracy and IT
• Equipment loan
• Learning support needs assessment
• Dedicated Learning Development Centre
site on Blackboard.
To contact our Student Advisers, Guidance Tutors, Learning Development Team or
International Student Adviser, please contact Student Services Reception:
Tel: 01224 612284
Email: [email protected]
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Funding your studies
Our Student Funding team deals with
Further Education bursaries and EMA
applications, as well as a range
of other enquiries about the cost of
coming to College.
Our Student Advisers are in place to advise you on FE/HE funding,
childcare and discretionary funding enquiries. You can even come
in for a chat before you make any firm commitments to a course, in
order to make sure that coming to College is an affordable choice.
At North East Scotland College there are a number of different funding
options available depending on which course you choose to study.
These options make coming to College an affordable experience.
For full information please visit our website:
www.nescol.ac.uk/funding
Funding for full-time, advanced courses
(HNC/HND level)
If you are undertaking a Higher National course and meet the eligibility
requirements of being resident in Scotland, you should apply to the
Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) for funding. Early
application is recommended. If you meet all of the requirements then
your tuition fees will be paid by SAAS.
In addition to tuition fees, financial support is offered in the following
areas (subject to meeting any specific requirements):
•Student loan
•Supplementary Grant
•Young Student Bursary
•Independent Student Bursary.
For more information on conditionals or to apply online, visit the
website at: www.saas.gov.uk
For Student Loans, enquiries should be directed to the Student Loans
Company Tel: 0845 026 2019 or visit: www.slc.co.uk
College enquiries about funding for Full-time HNC/HND courses can be
made to Student Services:
Tel: 01224
612284
or Email: [email protected]
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The Funding
Team
Funding & Tuition Fees for full-time, non-advanced courses (below HNC level)
Fees for Full-time, Non-advanced courses are dealt with under a National Fee Waiver Policy. Eligibility is determined by your
residence status. Most Scottish domiciled students will qualify, but students who do not fulfil the residential conditions will
have to pay their own fees unless they are to be funded by their local student funding body.
Further funding is available to students on Full-time, Non-advanced courses (e.g. National Certificate, SGA, and SVQ) in the
form of a Bursary. This may be awarded by the College to those who are resident in Scotland.*
Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA)
Students aged between 16 and 19 years of age may be eligible for an Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA) of £30 per
week. This is based on household income, and is paid to students who make good progress on their course and have 100%
attendance rate. The EMA is paid fortnightly in arrears.
Discretionary Funds (non-advanced students)
Funds may be available to assist Full and Part-time students who are experiencing financial hardship. The FE Discretionary
Fund is in place to assist Non-advanced students (below HNC level) in cases of financial hardship, and the HE Discretionary
Fund is in place to assist advanced students (HNC/HND level) in cases of financial hardship.
Childcare Funds (non-advanced and advanced students)
Funds may be available to assist with the cost of registered childcare whilst you attend College.
* Please note that residents of Orkney or Shetland should apply to the Islands’ Council, residents of England and Wales
should apply to the Local Education Authority and residents of Northern Ireland should apply to the Education and
Libraries board.
Tel: 01224
612284
or Email: [email protected]
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European
Projects
Thinking about future job prospects may not be your primary
focus at the moment, but there could be something extra out
there that when it comes to employment opportunities, can
help you stand out from the rest. Do you have an idea that you’d
like to work on with another European School or College?
If so, our European Projects Team is in place to build relationships
and partnerships with a number of organisations across Europe,
mainly through ERASMUS+ programmes. They will assist any
student or member of staff in sourcing a European partner
institution and securing funding, which can allow you to:
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Participate in various projects through a student organisation
Take part in projects managed by tutors either as learners or as part of an exchange.
Sponsorship from Members of the European Parliament is used
to fund study trips to the European Parliaments, European Court
of Human Rights and the Council of Europe, based in Strasbourg.
We also have close local partnerships with universities, local
authorities and a range of business and voluntary bodies.
Current European contacts include organisations in Austria,
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Romania,
Spain and many, many more! To find out more, please visit:
www.nescol.ac.uk/europeanprojects
If you have any ideas for new and exciting projects with
European partners then please get in touch by contacting
Student Services:
Tel: 01224
612284
or Email: [email protected]
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www.nescol.ac.uk
If you want to browse courses, apply or simply find out more
about the College and student life then our website is packed full
of useful information. You can also keep up-to-date with College
news and events, and access useful links to sites like Blackboard,
iTunesU and Degree Link.
Blackboard
Blackboard is a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) that uses Internet technology
to provide a platform for teaching and learning via the web. We use it to assist
and support the delivery of our curriculum across all Full-time, and many of our
Part-time courses. Your tutor will advise you how to use Blackboard during your
College induction.
The aim of Blackboard is to support and enhance the quality of all our courses.
As a student making use of Blackboard, you will experience many benefits from
this state-of-the-art learning environment. You will be able to:
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Access course materials such as handbooks, lecture hand outs, interactive quizzes, videos and web links from wherever you are, as long as you have an internet connection
Submit coursework electronically and receive automatic receipts upon submission
Complete assessments online and receive feedback in this way too
Use StudentNet to access vital course information such as your timetable, assessment deadlines and classroom scheduling via announcement boards and course calendars
Communicate with other learners and your lecturers using blogs, wikis and other collaborative software applications
Improve your digital literacy and confidence using information and computing technology which will benefit you both personally and professionally.
In addition to curriculum specific information, Blackboard also contains a host
of useful information on events, extra-curricular activities, announcements,
guidance, information about the Students’ Association and much, much more!
Library+
Library+ is the brand name of North East Scotland College’s regional library
service. There are four Library+ sites at North East Scotland College at Aberdeen
City, Altens, Craibstone and Fraserburgh Campuses.
Each Library+ stocks slightly different materials depending on the courses
delivered at that site. In addition to subject specific materials each library also
has a wide range of other resources, including:
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Journals & magazines
Newspapers
DVDs and audio CDs
e-books
e-resources
PCs
Printers
Scanners
Study spaces
Photocopiers.
Library+ also has an extensive online catalogue which can be found in the Library+
area of Blackboard. Here you can access a wide range of electronic resources
including e-books, journals, databases and many other multimedia resources
which can be used anywhere you have access to the internet, at home or in
College. Many of these resources can be downloaded direct to your computer and
used offline too. In addition Library+ also offers support with information skills
such as referencing, searching for and appraising information and research skills.
Email: [email protected]
IT Centre
In addition to the PCs available for use in the four Library+ sites, the Aberdeen City
Campus also features a large IT Centre which is available to all NESCol students.
The IT Centre operates both as a teaching area and as a flexible learning space
where you can work both independently and collaboratively. It houses over 200
computers, a colour printer/photocopier and several black and white printers.
Instructors are also always on hand within the IT Centre to provide you with
support and guidance on the use of basic IT software applications should you
need it. Appointments can be made at the IT Centre Reception.
At Fraserburgh Campus there are many PCs located within the atrium space
of the building which you are free to use whenever you wish. Again, basic
IT support can be accessed in the Fraserburgh Library+ where there are also IT
facilities.
Email: [email protected]
PC Access and Mobile Devices
At North East Scotland College, many courses involve the use of computers in
learning and teaching. This can mean using them at College both inside and
outside the classroom, or for undertaking coursework at home.
Whilst the College has a number of specialist computing rooms to support
particular courses with specialist computing requirements, on many courses you
will be required to bring a personally owned device, such as a laptop or tablet,
to College for the purposes of learning. You will often hear this referred to as
Bring Your Own Device or BYOD. You will be advised by College staff what the
arrangements are for the course you have chosen to study.
If you are asked to supply a laptop or netbook and you have difficulty in meeting
the cost, please arrange to see a Student Funding Adviser to discuss your current
options by contacting our Student Services Reception:
Tel: 01224
612284
or Email: [email protected]
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DON’T FORGET oUR
open days
For information and advice on
Full-time and Part-time courses
Saturday 8 November 2014
10.00am - 2.00pm
Aberdeen City Campus & Aberdeen Altens Campus
Thursday 13 November 2014
4.30pm - 7.30pm
Fraserburgh Campus
Come along to one of our information
days or open evenings where our
friendly and helpful staff will be happy
to answer any questions you have
relating to courses starting in 2015.
Saturday 14 March 2015
10.00am - 2.00pm
Aberdeen City Campus, Aberdeen Altens Campus
& Aberdeen Craibstone Campus
Thursday 19 March 2015
4.30pm - 7.30pm
Fraserburgh Campus
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university pathways 134-145
applying to college 146-147
application form 149-152
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employment
It’s a big step coming to college and an even bigger one leaving! Once you are ready to find employment, our Student Advisers are there to offer advice on CV
building, finding a job, enterprise development and volunteering opportunities. They will also advise and help you with your college and university applications
(UCAS). If you are still not sure what to do, why not visit myworldofwork.co.uk
My World of Work has been developed by Skills Development Scotland as part of the Scottish Government’s commitment to an all-ages careers service.
This is an online tool kit which can give you advice at various stages of your working life, from researching careers to building your first CV.
PROGRESSION to UNIVERSITY
North East Scotland College has formal articulation links with RGU, the University of Aberdeen and many other universities around Scotland, as well as the
Open University. All of our final year HN courses now progress into at least one degree with many having several options.
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Robert Gordon University
The University of Aberdeen
The University of Dundee
University of Abertay
Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh Napier University
Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
University of the West of Scotland (UWS)
Glasgow Caledonian University.
For more information on each of these institutions visit: www.nescol.ac.uk/universities
What does this mean?
No wasted time for a start! In the majority of cases, students who successfully complete their HND (2 years) can go straight into year three of a degree.
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What’s the catch?
There’s no catch as long as you satisfy the course terms and conditions and apply through UCAS before the January
deadline. By coming to College first it allows you to settle into studying and makes the step up to university less
daunting. It’s also a way into university if you didn’t make the grades first time round.
Terms and Conditions
In order to articulate, you must be on a specified HNC/HND route and have successfully completed your course. You
may have to fulfil certain knowledge requirements or selection criteria. For instance, depending on the individual
course requirements, students may be asked to complete particular modules while at College, go through the
interview process or submit a portfolio of work.
To find out more about the specific degree course entry requirements, students should speak to their Guidance
Tutor or their Curriculum & Quality Manager, but in the meantime, take a look at the pathways available in the next
section of this prospectus and start thinking Higher!
Degree Link
Degree Link is the unique partnership between North East Scotland College and Robert Gordon University (RGU)
allowing students to enter directly into year three of a degree from HND level. As the first and only college in Scotland
to be an associate of a university, NESCol has worked closely with RGU to offer students seamless progression from
one course to another.
Degree Link is mostly offered on a 2+2 basis (two years at College followed by two years at university) but there are
also opportunities for a 1+1+2 – students start on an HNC course and progress onto the second year of the related
HND course at College, before progressing directly into third year at RGU. In addition, there are 1+3 routes available
on certain courses.
The best part of Degree Link is that you can start at a level where you feel comfortable - in College - and still end up
with an Honours Degree.
There are over 30 different Degree Link courses available. More information is available on our website:
www.degree-link.org.uk
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University Progression Pathways
animal
care
HND Animal Care
SRUC (Scottish Rural College)
BA/BA (Hons) Rural Business Management (Aberdeen
& Edinburgh, year 3)
Year 3 of degree specialist streams offered in Agriculture,
Animal, Equine, Food and Leisure awarded by University of
Glasgow.
UHI (University Highlands & Islands)
BA Equine Business Management year 3 (North Highland
College UHI) *Subject to conditions
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BSc (Hons) Life Sciences.
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City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in
Veterinary Nursing (Small Animal)
Professional registration on the Royal College of Veterinary
Surgeons Register of Veterinary Nurses.
art &
design
HND Art & Design
HND Textiles
University of Dundee,
Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design
Entry to Level 2 of the following courses (conditions apply).
Consideration will be given to applicants to Level 3 entry
depending on the strength of portfolio and interview.
Heriot-Watt University
BSc (Hons) Design for Textiles (Fashion, Interior, Art) year 3
(subject to conditions)
BA Fine Art (Hons) • BDes Animation (Hons) • BDes Illustration
(Hons) BA Time Based Art & Digital Film (Hons) • BDes Interior
& Environmental Design (Hons) • BDes Graphic Design (Hons)
• BA Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices
UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BA Fine Art year 3 (Lews Castle College UHI, Moray College UHI)
subject to conditions.
University West of Scotland
BA (Hons) Digital Art year 3
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BA/BSc (Hons) Design & Innovation,
BA (Hons) Humanities with Art History.
construction
HNC Built Environment
HNC 3D Computer Animation
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Computer Arts year 1 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Game Design & Production Management year 1
(subject to conditions)
HND Photography
Robert Gordon University, Grays School of Art
BA Commercial Photography year 3 (Conditions apply)
Edinburgh Napier University
BA (Hons) Photography & Film year 2 subject to portfolio and
interview
HND Visual Communication
Robert Gordon University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Digital Media – Design, Production &
Development year 3 (conditions apply)
Glasgow Caledonian University
BA/BA (Hons) Applied Graphics Technology with Multimedia
year 3
University of Dundee,
Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design
BDes Animation • BA Time Based Art & Digital Film • BSc Digital
Interaction Design • BA Fine Art • BDes Illustration • BDes
Interior & Environmental Design • BDes Graphic Design
BA Art, Philosophy, Contemporary Practices
Entry to level 2, (conditions apply). Consideration will be given
to applicants to Level 3 entry depending on the strength of
portfolio and interview.
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Visual Communication and Media Design year 3
(subject to conditions)
Heriot-Watt University
BSc (Hons) Fashion Communication year 3 subject to conditions.
University Highland & Islands (UHI)
BA (Hons) Visual Design & Communication year 3 (Perth College
UHI)
University West of Scotland
BA (Hons) Digital Art year 3
BA (Hons) Film-making & Screenwriting year 3
The Open University
An HNC can give up to 120 credits towards the 300/360 credit
BA/BSc Open Degree / BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours.
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business &
management
HND Administration & Information
Technology
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Management year 3 (also available part-time)
BA/BA (Hons) Management with Human Resource Management
year 3 (conditions apply)
University of Aberdeen
MA Management Studies year 3
SRUC (Scottish Rural College)
BA/BA (Hons) Rural Business Management year 3 (SRUC
Aberdeen and Edinburgh Campus) awarded by the University
of Glasgow.
HND Accounting continued
Robert Gordon University
BA (Hons) Management year 3 (also available part-time)
BA (Hons) Management with Human Resource Management
year 3
University West of Scotland
B Accounting year 3
BA Business year 3
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Business Administration year 3 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Human Resource Management year 3 (subject to
conditions)
HND Accounting
UHI (University of Highland & Islands)
BA Business Studies year 3
BA Human Resource Management year 3
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (Taught Route) year 3
BA/BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (Taught Route, Part-time)
year 3
University West of Scotland
BA Business Studies year 3
BA Human Resource Management year 3
University of Aberdeen
MA Accountancy year 2 (subject to availability)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 218 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
BA (Hons) Business Studies, BSc (Hons) Computing & IT
and Business
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HND Business
University of Dundee
BAcc Accountancy Entry to level 2 (conditions apply)
BFin Finance Entry to level 2 (conditions apply)
BIIF in International Finance Entry to level 2 (conditions apply)
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Accounting with Finance year 3 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Finance & Business year 3 (subject to conditions)
Edinburgh Napier University
BA (Hons) Accounting year 3
BA (Hons) Financial Services year 2
SRUC (Scottish Rural College)
BA/BA (Hons) Rural Business Management year 3
UHI (University of Highland & Islands)
BA (Hons) Business and Management year 3
BA (Hons) Business and Management (Finance) year 3
(Argyll College UHI, Inverness College UHI, Lews Castle College
UHI, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI, Orkney
College UHI, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI) Subject
to conditions.
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
BA (Hons) Business Studies with Accounting
University Progression Pathways
business &
management
HND Legal Services
HND Travel & Tourism
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Law & Management year 3
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) International Tourism Management
(Taught Route) year 3 (conditions apply)
University of Dundee
Can give access to (subject to conditions) • LLB Scots Law Level
1 • LLB English Law Level 1
Edinburgh Napier University
BA Tourism Management year 2 or 3
University West of Scotland
BA Law year 3
UHI (University of Highland & Islands)
BA (Hons) Business and Management Year 2 or 3 with bridging
(Argyll College UHI, Inverness College UHI, Lews Castle College
UHI, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI, Orkney
College UHI, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI) subject
to conditions.
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded
against other qualifications, such as: BA/BSc Criminology
& Psychological Studies • BA/BSc (Hons) Social Policy &
Criminology • BA/BSc (Hons) Combined Social Sciences • BA/
BSc (Hons) Combined Social Sciences with Social Policy
University West of Scotland
BA Business Studies year 3
BA Event Management year 3
BA Tourism Management year 3
SRUC (Scottish Rural College)
BA/BA (Hons) Activity Tourism Management (Ayr, year 3)
UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BA (Hons) Hospitality Management Year 3
BA (Hons) Tourism Management Year 3
(Argyll College UHI, Inverness College UHI, Lews Castle College
UHI, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI, Orkney
College UHI, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI, West
Highland College UHI)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BA (Hons) Business Studies
BA (Hons) Business Studies with French BA (Hons) Business
Studies with Spanish BA (Hons) International Studies
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University Progression Pathways
business &
management
HND Events Management
HND Advertising & PR
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Events Management year 3 (conditions apply)
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Public Relations year 3
University West of Scotland
BA Business Studies year 3
BA Event Management year 3
Edinburgh Napier University
BA Marketing Management year 3
UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BA (Hons) Hospitality Management Year 3
BA (Hons) Tourism Management Year 3
(Argyll College UHI, Inverness College UHI, Lews Castle College
UHI, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI, Orkney
College UHI, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI, West
Highland College UHI)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
BA (Hons) Business Studies
BA (Hons) Leadership & Management
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University West of Scotland
BA International Marketing year 3
UHI (University of Highland & Islands)
BA (Hons) Business Management year 3
BA (Hons) Business & Management (Marketing) year 3
(Argyll College UHI, Inverness College UHI, Lews Castle College
UHI, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI, Orkney
College UHI, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI) subject
to conditions.
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BA (Hons) Business Studies
HNC Early Education & Childcare
care
HNC Early Education & Childcare can help candidates gain entry
to a number of professional degree programmes including
Primary School Teaching.
University of Dundee
BA Social Work (conditions apply)
BA Community Learning & Development (conditions apply)
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Crimological Studies year 2 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Media Culture & Society year 2 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Psychology year 2 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Sociology year 2 (subject to conditions)
University West of Scotland
BA Childhood Studies year 3 (subject to conditions)
UHI (University of Highland & Islands)
BA (Hons) Child and Youth Studies year 2
(Argyll College UHI, Moray College UHI, North Highland College
UHI, Orkney College UHI, North Highland College UHI, Orkney
College UHI, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI, West
Highland College UHI. (All HNC entry requires 120 credit HN)
The Open University
An HNC can give up to 120 credits towards the 300/360 credit
BA/BSc Open Degree / BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
Dip HE Childhood Practice
BA Early Years
BA (Hons) Childhood & Youth Studies
BA/BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care
HNC Working with Communities
(will be offered in 2016-2017)
University of Aberdeen
BA (Hons) Community Learning & Development year 2
(conditions apply)
University of Dundee
BA Community Learning & Development (Hons) year 2
(conditions apply)
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Criminological Studies year 2 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Media Culture & Society year 2 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Psychology year 2 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Sociology year 2 (subject to conditions)
The Open University
An HNC can give up to 120 credits towards the 300/360 credit
BA/BSc Open Degree /BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
DipHE Working with Young People
BA (Hons) Youth Work
BA (Hons) Childhood & Youth Studies
BA/BSc Health & Social Care
BA/BSc (Hons) Combined Social Sciences
BA/BSc (Hons) Combined Social Sciences with Social Policy
BA/BSc (Hons) Combined Social Sciences with Sociology
BA/BSc (Hons) Criminology & Psychological Studies
BA/Bsc (Hons) Social Policy & Criminology
BA/BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care
HNC Social Services
The Open University
An HNC can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
BA (Hons) Social work (Scotland) (with employer sponsorship)
BA/BSc Health and Social Care - new course – progression to
be confirmed
HNC Care & Administrative Practice
Robert Gordon University
B Nursing (Adult) year 2, (conditions apply)
B Nursing (Mental Health) year 2, (conditions apply)
University of Abertay
BSc (Hons) Nursing (Mental Health Nursing) year 1 (subject to
conditions)
The Open University
An HNC can give up to 120 credits towards the 300/360 credit
BA/BSc Open Degree / BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BA/BSc (Hons) Health & Social Care
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HND Computing: Software Development
HND Computing: Networking
computing
Robert Gordon University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Computer Network Management and Design
year 3 (conditions apply)
BSc/BSc (Hons) Digital Media – Design, Production & Development
year 3 (conditions apply)
Robert Gordon University
BSc (Hons) Computing (Application Software Development)
year 3 (conditions apply)
BSc (Hons) Digital Media – Design, Production & Development
year 3 (conditions apply)
University of Aberdeen
BSc Computing Science year 3 (conditions apply)
MSci Computer Science with Industrial Placement year 3
(conditions apply)
University of Dundee
BSc Applied Computing
Entry to Level 2 (conditions apply)
University of Abertay
BSc (Hons) Computing year 3 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Computing & Networks year 3 (subject to conditions)
University of Abertay
BSc (Hons) Computing & Networks year 3 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Computing year 2
University of Dundee
BSc Applied Computing
BSc Business Computing
Entry to Level 2 (conditions apply)
Heriot-Watt University
BSc (Hons) Information Systems year 3 (subject to conditions)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/BSc
Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300 credit
BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against other
qualifications, such as:
BSc (Hons) Computing & IT
BSc (Hons) Technology
Edinburgh Napier University
Entry to Software Technology degree year 2 or 3 (depending on
overall performance)
Glasgow Caledonian University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Computing Information Systems Development
or Web Systems Development year 3
Heriot-Watt University
BSc (Hons) Information Systems year 3 (subject to conditions)
UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BSc (Hons) Computing year 3 (Inverness College UHI, Lews
Castle College UHI, Moray College UHI, Orkney College UHI,
Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BSc (Hons) Computing & IT
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HND Interactive Media
(Web Development)
Robert Gordon University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Digital Media – Design, Production & Development
year 3 (conditions apply) year 3
Glasgow Caledonian University
BSc/BSc (Hon) Computing Web Systems Development year 2
Heriot-Watt University
BSc (Hons) Information Systems year 3 (subject to conditions)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/BSc
Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300 credit
BA/BSc Open Degree.
HND Electrical Engineering
engineering
Robert Gordon University
BEng (Hons) Electronic and Electrical Engineering year 3
(conditions apply)
BSc (Eng) Electronic and Electrical Engineering year 3 (Part
Time) (conditions apply)
University of Aberdeen
BEng Electrical & Electronic with European Studies year 3
(conditions apply) (subject to availability)
BEng Electrical & Electronic year 3 (conditions apply)
University of Dundee
BEng Mechanical Engineering year 2 (conditions apply)
BEng Electronic & Electrical Engineering year 2 (conditions
apply). Consideration may be given to year 3.
Edinburgh Napier University
BEng (Hons) Electrical Engineering year 3 (conditions apply)
BEng (Hons) Electronic & Electrical Engineering Year 2
(conditions apply)
Heriot-Watt University
Appropriate placement on the BEng suite of engineering
courses (into year 2 or 3)
University of Abertay
BSc(Hons) Renewable Energy Technology year 3
UHI (University of Highland & Islands)
BEng Engineering: Electrical and Electronic Year 3 (Moray
College UHI, North Highland College UHI) subject to conditions.
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
HND Electronics
Robert Gordon University
BSc (Eng) Electronic and Electrical Engineering – Part-time year
3 (Conditions apply)
HND Mechanical Engineering
Robert Gordon University
BEng (Hons) Mechanical & Offshore Engineering year 3
(conditions apply) • BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering year
3 (conditions apply) • BSc (Eng) Mechanical Engineering (part
-time) year 3 (conditions apply)
Glasgow Caledonian University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Computer Aided Mechanical Engineering year 3
University of Aberdeen
BEng Mechanical & Electrical year 3 (conditions apply)
BEng Mechanical with European Studies year 3 (conditions
apply) (subject to availability)
BEng Mechanical year 3 (conditions apply)
BEng Civil & Environmental year 3 (conditions apply)
BEng Civil & Structural year 3 (conditions apply)
BEng Civil & Structural with European Studies year 3 (conditions
apply) (subject to availability)
BEng Civil year 3 (conditions apply)
UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BEng Electrical & Mechanical Engineering (subject to conditions
and bridging unit) (Moray College UHI, North Highland College
UHI)
University of Dundee
BEng Electronic & Electrical Engineering year 2 (conditions
apply)
BEng Mechanical Engineering year 2 (conditions apply)
Consideration may be given to year 3.
University of Abertay
BSc (Hons) Renewable Energy Technology year 3
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as:
BSc (Hons) Technology • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)
Edinburgh Napier University
BEng (Hons) Energy & Environmental Engineering year 3
(conditions apply) • BEng (Hons) Engineering with Management
year 3 (conditions apply) • BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
year 3 (conditions only) • MEng Mechanical Engineering
year 3 (conditions apply) • BEng Polymer Engineering year 3
(conditions apply)
BSc (Hons) Technology • Bachelor of Engineering (Hons)
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music, drama
& creative media
HND Music
HND Creative Industries: TV
University of Aberdeen
BMus (Music) year 3 (conditions apply)
BMus (Music and Communities) year 3 (conditions apply)
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Media year 3
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Creative Sound Production year 3 (subject to
conditions)
Edinburgh Napier University
BMus Music year 3
BA Popular Music year 3
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credit transfer points towards the
360 point BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credit
points towards the 300 point BA/BSc Open Degree
UHI (University of Highlands and Islands)
BA (Hons) Popular Music Performance year 3
(Perth College UHI) subject to conditions
HNC Creative Industries: Radio
University of West Scotland
BA (Hons) Commercial Music year 3 subject to conditions
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Media year 2
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
University West of Scotland
BA Broadcast year 2 (conditions apply)
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BA (Hons) Humanities with Music.
The Open University
An HNC can give up to 120 credits towards the 300/360 credit
BA/BSc Open Degree / BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours
HND Acting & Performance
HND Sound Production
Edinburgh Napier University
BA (Hons) Acting for Stage and Screen year 3 (subject to
conditions)
UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BSc (Hons)Audio Engineering year 3 (subject to conditions)
(Perth College UHI)
University of West Scotland
BA (Hons) Contemporary Screen Acting year 3 (subject to
conditions)
BA (Hons) Performance Year 3 (subject to conditions)
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Creative Sound Production year 3 (subject to
conditions)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
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University West of Scotland
BA Broadcast Production year 3
BA Film-making & Screenwriting year 3
The HND may also help gain entry to a variety of performing
arts degree programmes, e.g. Royal Scottish Conservatoire
(subject to conditions).
University West of Scotland
BA (Hons) Commercial Music year 3 (subject to conditions)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
HND Creative Industries:
Media & Communication
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Public Relations year 3
BA/BA (Hons) Media year 3
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credit transfer points towards the
360 point BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credit
points towards the 300 point BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BA (Hons) Humanities • BA (Hons)
Humanities with Media Studies • BA/BSc (Hons) Social Sciences
with Media Studies
HND Applied Sciences
science
Robert Gordon University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Bioscience with Biomedical Sciences year 3
(conditions apply)
BSc/BSc (Hons) Forensic and Analytical Science year 3
(conditions apply)
University of Aberdeen
BSc Biology year 3 (conditions apply) • BSc Chemistry year
3 (conditions apply) • BSc Environmental Science (Physical
Science) year 3 • (conditions apply) BSc Pharmacology year 3
(conditions apply)• BSc Physiology year 3 (conditions apply) •
BSc Sports & Exercise Science year 3 (conditions apply) • BSc
Biochemistry year 2 (conditions apply) • BSc Biotechnology
(Applied Molecular Biology) year 2 (conditions apply) • BSc
Genetics year 2 (conditions apply) • BSc Genetics (Immunology)
year 2 (conditions apply) • BSc Microbiology year 2 (conditions
apply) • BSc Molecular Biology year 2 (conditions apply) •
BSc Molecular Microbiology year 2 (conditions apply) • BSc
Immunology & Pharmacology year 2 (conditions apply) • BSc
Ecology year 2 • BSc Environmental Science year 2 • BSc Marine
Biology year 2 • BSc Plant & Soil Science year 2 • BSc Zoology
year 2
University of Dundee
Year 2 (conditions apply) of the following degrees:
BSc Anatomical Sciences • BSc Anatomical & Physiological
Sciences • BSc Biochemistry • BSc Biological Chemistry and
Drug Discovery • BSc Biological Sciences • BSc Biomedical
Sciences • BSc Microbiology • BSc Molecular Biology • BSc
Molecular Genetics • BSc Neuroscience • BSc Pharmacology
• BSc Physiological Sciences • BSc Sports Biomedicine • BSc
Biological Chemistry and Drug Discovery with a year in industry.
Heriot-Watt University
Year 3 (conditions apply)
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences • BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences
(Cell and Molecular Biology) • BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences
(Food and Beverage) • BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Human
Health) • BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Microbiology) • BSc
(Hons) Brewing and Distilling • BSc (Hons) Marine Biology.
University of Abertay
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences year 3 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Forensic Sciences year 2 (subject to conditions)
SRUC (Scottish Rural College))
BSc/BSc (Hons) Applied Bioscience (Ayr & Edinburgh year 3)
BSc/BSc Hons Applied Animal Science (Ayr & Edinburgh year 3)
BSc/BSc (Hons) Agricultural Science (Ayr & Edinburgh year 3)
BSc/BSc (Hons) Green Technology (Ayr Campus year 3)
UHI (University Highlands & Islands)
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science year 3 (Inverness College
UHI, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI, Perth
College UHI)
The Open University
The HND Applied Sciences will give 240 credit transfer points
towards the BSc (Hons) Life Sciences degree and also to the BSc
(Hons) Molecular Science degree.
An HND Applied Sciences will give 240 credits towards the 360
credit BA/BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards
the 300 credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BSc (Hons) Natural Sciences •
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science • BSc (Hons) Environmental
Studies
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University Progression Pathways
social
Sciences
HND Social Sciences
Robert Gordon University
BA/BA (Hons) Applied Social Sciences year 3 (conditions apply)
University of Aberdeen
MA History year 2 (conditions apply)
MA Psychology year 2 (conditions apply)
MA Sociology year 2(conditions apply)
MA Sociology year 3 (conditions apply)
MA Philosophy year 2 (conditions apply)
MA Politics & International Relations year 2 (conditions apply)
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Social Science year 3 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Sociology year 3 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Criminological Studies year 2 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychobiology year 1
BA (Hons) Media, Culture & Society year 3 (subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Psychology year 2 (subject to conditions)
Heriot-Watt University
BSc (Hons) Urban Planning & Property Development year 3
(subject to conditions)
MA (Hons) Geographical Sciences & Environmental Planning
year 3 (subject to conditions)
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UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BA (Hons) Social Sciences year 3
(Perth College UHI, Inverness College UHI, Moray College UHI,
West Highland College UHI)
The Open University
The HND Applied Sciences will give 240 credit transfer points
toward the BSc (Hons) Life Sciences degree and also to the BSc
(Hons) Molecular Science degree.
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
A reduced amount of credit transfer can be awarded against
other qualifications, such as: BSc (Hons) Natural Sciences •
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science • BSc (Hons) Environmental
Studies
sport &
FITNESS
HND Coaching & Developing Sport
HND Fitness, Health & Exercise
Robert Gordon University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science year 3
(conditions apply)
Robert Gordon University
BSc/BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science year 3
(conditions apply)
University of Aberdeen
BSc Exercise & Health Science year 2 (conditions apply)
University of Aberdeen
BSc Exercise & Health Science year 2 (conditions apply)
University of Abertay
BA (Hons) Sport & Psychology year 1
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise – leading to named routes year 3
(subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Sport & Management year 2
University of Abertay
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise – leading to named routes year 3
(subject to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Sport & Management year 2
BSc (Hons) Sports Psychology year 1
Edinburgh Napier University
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science year 3
Edinburgh Napier University
BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science year 3
SRUC (Scottish Rural College)
BA/BA (Hons) Sport & Recreation Management, Ayr Campus,
year 3 Degree awarded by University of Glasgow
BA/BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development year 3
BA/BA (Hons) Outdoor Pursuits Management year 3
SRUC (Scottish Rural College)
BA/BA (Hons) Sport & Recreation Management, Ayr Campus,
year 3 Degree awarded by University of Glasgow
BA/BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development year 3
University West of Scotland
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching year 3 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Sports Development year 3 (subject to conditions)
UHI (University of Highlands & Islands)
BA Sports Management year 3
(Argyll College UHI - Second and third year only, Inverness
College UHI, Lews Castle College UHI - second and third year
only, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI - second
and third year only, Orkney College UHI - second and third year
only, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI - second and third
year only, West Highland College UHI)
BA (Hons) Golf Management
(North Highland College UHI – Dornoch) *Subject to conditions
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree
University West of Scotland
BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Exercise Science year 3 (subject
to conditions)
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching year 3 (subject to conditions)
BA (Hons) Sports Development year 3 (subject to conditions)
UHI (University of Highland & Islands)
BA Sports Management Year 3
(Argyll College UHI - second and third year only, Inverness
College UHI, Lews Castle College UHI - second and third year
only, Moray College UHI, North Highland College UHI - second
and third year only, Orkney College UHI - second and third year
only, Perth College UHI, Shetland College UHI - second and third
year only, West Highland College UHI)
The Open University
An HND can give up to 240 credits towards the 360 credit BA/
BSc Open Degree with Honours or 180 credits towards the 300
credit BA/BSc Open Degree.
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Applying to College
Find out as much as you can about the
course that interests you.
• Is it really something you want to do?
• Is there another option that might be more suitable?
• Do you need help to make the right choice?
This Prospectus and our website will provide you with all of the information
you need to make an informed decision about the best choice for you.
However we understand that coming to College is a big decision to make.
If you need some extra help, make sure you attend one of the Open Days,
or make a pre-entry guidance appointment to speak to someone.
Call 01224 612884 to talk to someone at our Aberdeen Campuses,
or to arrange an appointment.
Alternatively, to talk to someone at our Fraserburgh Campus,
call 0300 330 5550, select option 5 for main reception and ask
for extension 4785.
Information on our Open Days can be found on page 130.
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Applying for a place on a full-time course at
North East Scotland College couldn’t be easier!
Complete an application form.
The College will accept applications (online and by post) from
Monday 27 October 2014 for courses within this Prospectus.
We encourage online applications to make it as easy for you as possible.
You can apply via the website at: www.nescol.ac.uk/courses
Alternatively you can complete our paper application form at the back of
this prospectus. All you have to do is tear it off and send to the FREEPOST
address noted on the form.
Please ensure that you list all your qualifications and any information that
you feel is relevant to your application.
Application forms are also available from the Information & Booking
Centre, Aberdeen City Campus, The Admissions Office in Fraserburgh,
and from most school libraries.
We accept applications up to the start of term but to avoid disappointment,
please make sure you apply early as some courses are high in demand.
You can also apply to North East Scotland College in addition to applying
to other colleges or universities.
We’ll be in touch!
If you have applied online, you will receive an email confirming
receipt of your application - please remember to check your junk
mail box, just in case! If you haven’t received an email then please
contact the Information & Booking Centre on 01224 612330.
If you have applied using a paper application, you will be sent an
acknowledgement letter confirming receipt of your application
within 10 working days of its receipt.
We aim to write to you within 6 to 8 weeks and will advise if you
application has been successful or not.
What if I change my mind?
Don’t worry! If you want to apply for a different course or
withdraw your application altogether, it’s not a problem.
Contact the Information & Booking Centre and we will be able
to help.
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01224 612330
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D
Degree Link
Drama Courses
Index
A
Accountancy & Law Courses
Accountancy & Law Pathway
Acting & Performance Courses
Animal Care Courses
Animal Care Pathway
Application Form
Applying to College
Art & Design Courses
Art & Design Pathway
Automotive Courses
Automotive Pathway
47
46
94
27
26
149-152
146-147
31-33
30
37
36
B
Beauty Therapy Courses
84
Blackboard128
Bursaries125
Business & Administrative Courses
43-45
Business & Administrative Pathway
42
148
C
Campuses6-9
Care Courses
55-58
Care Pathway
54
Centres10-11
Childcare Courses
55-56
Complementary Therapies Courses
85
Computing Courses
63-64
Computing Pathway
62
Construction Courses
39
Construction Pathway
38
Contents Page
1
Course Levels
15
Creative Media Courses
96-97
Creative Media Pathway
95
133
94
E
Engineering Courses
69-74
Electrial, Electronics,
Measurement & Control Courses
69-71
Electrial, Electronics,
Measurement & Control Pathway
68
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) 79
European Projects
127
Events Courses
51
F
Full-time courses
24-118
Funding125-126
G
Guidance122-123
H
Hair & Beauty Courses
Hair & Beauty Pathway
Help & Advice
Help & Support
Health & Social Care Courses
83-85
82
122-123
122-129
57
I
Information & Booking Centre
International Students
122
123
L
Law Courses
Learning Opportunities Courses
Learning Opportunities Pathway
47
89
88
Learning Resources
M
Mechanical Courses
Mechanical Pathway
Music, Drama & Creative Media Courses
128-129
74-74
72
93-97
N
Nursing Courses
O
Open Days
P
PR Courses
Professional Cookery & Hospitality Courses
Professional Cookery & Hospitality Pathway
Q
Qualifications Explained
58
130
51
101-103
100
19
S
School Links
16
Science Courses
107-108
Science Pathway
106
SCQF20-21
Social Science Courses
113
Social Science Pathway
112
Sport & Fitness Courses
117-118
Sport & Fitness Pathway
116
Students’ Association
17
T
Transport links
Tourism, Events & PR Courses
Tourism, Events & PR Pathway
U
University Progression Pathways
11
49-51
48
134-145
V
VLE128
W
Welcome to NESCol
What’s Next?
5
131-152
Application for a Full-time Course commencing 2015/16
Ref:
Please complete all sections of this Application Form
course applied for
Course code as listed
in Course Description
Course title in full Location
Personal details
Mr
Surname
Mrs
Miss
Ms
Other
Forename(s)
Date of Birth Nationality
Are you a UK National and have lived in Scotland all of your life? Yes
No
Permanent Home Address (where you usually live)
Postcode
Email
Telephone Number (including code)
Mobile
Secondary School Attended
Term-time Address (where you will be living while attending College – leave blank if same as above)
Postcode
Term-time Telephone Number
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FURTHER INFORMATION / QUALIFICATIONS / RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Please list all your qualifications and any other relevant information.
Applicants should note that where the number of applications for a course exceeds the number of places available, the College may suggest an alternative. Applicants are therefore advised to give as much detail of
prior qualifications, related work-experience and any other relevant information where possible to support their application.
Please write your qualifications and any other relevant information below.
QUALIFICATIONS
YEAR GAINED
QUALIFICATIONS BEING TAKEN
DATE TO BE COMPLETED
RELATED WORK-EXPERIENCE OR ANY OTHER INFORMATION RELEVANT TO YOUR APPLICATION
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Equal Opportunities Monitoring
North East Scotland College is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and seeks to ensure that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of the protected characteristics of age, gender, ethnic origin, disability,
relationship status and religion or belief. To assist in monitoring the policy, and for the purpose of complying with the specific duties of The Equality Act 2010, it would be helpful if you could answer the questions below. In addition
to this we will also use the information you provide on Age elsewhere on this form. The information provided will be kept secure and used only for monitoring purposes.
Gender: (please tick the relevant box)
Female
Male
Relationship Status: (please indicate marriage or civil partnership status)
Co-habiting
Married or Civil partnership
Separated or Divorced
Single
Widowed
Prefer not to say
Ethnic Origin: (please tick relevant box)
Scottish
Chinese, Chinese Scottish, Chinese British
English
Other Asian background
Welsh
Caribbean, Caribbean Scottish, Caribbean British
Northern Irish
African, African Scottish, African British
British
Other Black background
Irish
Any other background
Other White background
Gypsy/Traveller
Any Mixed background
Polish
Indian, Indian Scottish, Indian British
Pakistani, Pakistani Scottish, Pakistani British
Religion or Belief: (please detail religious or philosophical belief)
Buddhist
Christian
Roman Catholic Other Christian
Arab
Hindu Jewish
Muslim
Information refused
Prefer not to say Other religion or body
Sikh No Religion/Belief
Bangladeshi, Bangladeshi Scottish, Bangladeshi British
Care Leavers and Looked After Young People (LAC) (This information will not affect or hold up your application or offer of a place)
Are you currently in care/looked after by your Local Authority? YES
Have you previously been in care / looked after? YES NO
NO
Is this : At home
With family Residential care Are you supported by a Through Care After Care Team? YES Carers
Are you a Carer? (that is, do you give unpaid support to family or friends who could not manage without this help?) YES NO
Please note: this is directed at anyone who has a caring role, but if you are a parent/guardian this refers to caring roles beyond that of normal parenting duties.
Foster care Kinship care
NO
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Extra help with your studies
North East Scotland College offers a wide range of learning support to students who have additional learning or support requirements including: physical or sensory impairments, specific learning difficulties e.g. dyslexia; autistic spectrum
disorder; physical/medical/mental health conditions; being a young carer; being looked after or a care leaver etc. Do you have an additional support need? Please tick the appropriate box: No
Yes
If YES, please specify the condition
This information will allow staff dealing with your application be aware of your circumstances. The information will also help us monitor recruitment from under-represented groups. If you think you may require additional
support in College, we would encourage you to contact us as soon as possible to allow us to consider how best we can support you, should you be accepted onto a College course. Initial enquiries should be made to Student
Services Reception (01224 612284) who will direct you to a member of the Learning Development Team.
Assisted Childcare Fraserburgh courses only
If you require information on financial assistance with childcare, please tick box.
Will you require a seat on the College transport to travel to College? please tick box
Would you like an application form for a Nursery place/places? please tick box
Marketing Information
Please tell us how you first found out about the course for which you are applying?
College prospectus College website
College Open Day
School guidance
Friend/relative
SDS Scotland
Leaflet/poster
Other (please/state)
Career event
Careers staff
Current student
Press advert
Social media Employer
Please tell us where you have seen/heard about North East Scotland College generally? (please tick as many as apply)
Newspaper
Magazine
Internet
Radio
Event/conference
Leaflet/poster
Employer
Skills Development Scotland (SDS)
School
Career fair
Facebook
Twitter
Search engine
Billboards
TV
Career event
Outdoor advertising (billboards/buses)
Aspire North
Training scheme provider
Friend/Family
Other (please state)
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully
Please complete this form in full. By signing this form you consent, for all relevant purposes connected with your application, studies or any other legitimate reason to the College: (i) using the information provided by you and third parties and to its necessary disclosure to relevant third
parties (including but not limited to the Scottish Funding Council – SFC and the Scottish Qualifications Authority – SQA) and; (ii) accessing your personal data held by relevant third parties (including but not limited to SQA). You may apply for a copy of your information (you may be charged a
small fee) or to have corrections or amendments made at any time. The College or selected third parties may wish to contact you for marketing purposes. If you do not wish to be contacted for marketing purposes please tick this box . If you tick this box we will be unable to provide you
with information about special offers or courses that may be of interest to you.
Please Note: Courses are offered subject to: (a) there being sufficient numbers of enrolments; and, (b) the availability of resources. The College reserves its right not to run courses where the number of students is considered insufficient or where resources are unavailable.
The College also reserves its right in certain circumstances to refuse admission to an individual applicant. If you do take up a place on a College course, before the start of the course you will be asked to sign an enrolment form. In signing the form and/or taking up a place on a College
course, you will enter into a contract with the College and be bound by the North East Scotland College Standard Terms and Conditions of Study. Copies of the Terms and Conditions are available for inspection on notice boards and at various locations throughout the College, at the College
Reception, on the College website: www.nescol.ac.uk – or can be obtained on request from the College’s Student Information & Admissions Manager, North East Scotland College, Aberdeen City Campus, Gallowgate, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK AB25 1BN.
Please return this form complete with the qualifications page to the following freepost address: The Student Information & Admissions Manager, North East Scotland College, FREEPOST RTJJ-TXBA-AEZS, Aberdeen City Campus, Gallowgate, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK AB25 1BN.
NAME:DATE OF BIRTH:
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT:DATE:
Thank you for your application, it will be acknowledged within 10 working days. If you have not heard from us by that time, please contact us: Tel 01224 612330, email: [email protected]
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North East Scotland College is committed to ensuring that people with additional needs
and disabilities are treated fairly. We will, therefore, make reasonable adjustments to ensure
that students with additional needs and disabilities are not substantially disadvantaged.
North East Scotland College is committed to the promotion of equality and the elimination of unlawful
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