A career in Social Services can be very rewarding. It is a career where you can really make a difference to people’s lives. Most people will come into contact with social services in their life, whether it is a family member who is being cared for or yourself who has used a service. It’s no…
With the launch of our part-time courses this week, we thought we would compare the time it takes to come to college each week to other things you could do instead. What do you think is a better use of your time? Watch 114.2 YouTube videos According to Mini Matters, the average YouTube video is…
So you have accepted your place at college and are eagerly awaiting to start your course in August. However, if you have a disability or additional support need it is best for you to let us know before the start of term. That involves chatting to us over the summer, and here are our top…
Beyoncé is ruling Coachella, Kendrick Lamar just won a Pulitzer prize and Cardi B is breaking Guinness World Records all over the place. If you’re like me, you might look at these celebrities and think of these people as superhuman. Professional, efficient, driven, inspiring, talented. What if I was to say that childcare professionals could be…
If you want to travel and experience something new, consider coming to Edinburgh in the Summer months for international study at Edinburgh College. Here are our top five reasons for coming to the college, and for visiting Scotland. Make friends from all around the world When studying abroad it’s important to have people to share…
The School of Art and Design at Edinburgh College is one of the largest of its kind in the UK with over 700 students. It also has a strong reputation for progressing students into both degree-level study and employment in the creative industries. Need more convincing? Here are our top five reasons why students study…
If you want to break into the music business to manage festivals, own a record label or get into digital marketing then this course is for you. If you’re not convinced yet, here are 5 reasons why you should study this HND course. HND Music Business student success stories Many Music Business students have gone…
Retail courses at Edinburgh College let you learn the ins and outs of the retail industry including: Staff Management Customer Care Communication Merchandising Selling Skills Retail Operations 1. VARIETY Not only do these units give you the skills for work within the industry, these can be used in a variety of types of retail. So…
If you are thinking of returning to education as an adult learner, there are adult education courses at Edinburgh College that are perfect for you. The Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP), in partnership with the college, has created courses that cover a wide range of subjects, and are tailor made to provide you with the…
The Creative Industries: Media and Communication HNC is the perfect launch pad for a variety of careers. Find out more about the jobs that could be perfect for you, and where past students have gone. A career in journalism and communication If you have an interest in writing for newspapers, magazines, online media, radio or television,…
At Edinburgh College you can study everything from web design to desktop support, networking and games development. You can master skills in digital media, 3D printing, programming and robotics, taught by experienced lecturers. If you’re still not convinced, here are our top 5 reasons for studying computing courses at the college. Internship opportunities for computing students Students…
We’re continuing to support Earth Hour and the Promise for the Planet campaign throughout this week, with the aim of influencing positive behaviour changes to support a more sustainable planet. Today we’re focusing on transport, an area in which the smallest of changes can make a huge difference. Bob Murphy, the college’s electric vehicle administrator,…
So you’ve made your college application and now you have been invited for an interview or an audition, well done! To help you out we’ve talked to a few lecturers to find out what makes a good interview, and how you can be as prepared as possible for when you apply to college. Not yet…
Name: Lauren Lawson Age: 16 Studying: IT: Software Development Foundation Apprenticeship Sixteen-year-old Forrester High School pupil Lauren is in her first year of studying a foundation apprenticeship in IT:Software Development. Lauren attends college two afternoons a week and will spend around 10 hours a week with an employer in the second year of her apprenticeship.…
Name: Anna Skrupska Age: 20 Studying: Creative Digital Media Apprenticeship Employer: Scottish Qualifications Authority Creative Digital Media apprentice Anna Skrupska is studying Web Development HND while working for the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). In her role as a learning technologist, Anna develops training courses for staff at the SQA. We caught up with her about her…