What are introductory courses? Our introductory courses are a great way to begin your studies. These courses are very general, meaning you can progress to a more specialised subject after once you’ve decided if it’s right for you. For example, our Introduction to Engineering course allows you to study mechanical or electrical engineering on completion.…
A group of Edinburgh College Photography students have recently showcased their work at the UK’s top graduate art exhibition in London. The BA Professional Photography students’ work was on show in England’s capital city as part of the Free Range Exhibition at the Truman Brewery. A group of Edinburgh College Photography students have recently showcased…
Edinburgh College and Heriot’s Rugby have announced an enhanced partnership which aims to deliver strategically aligned rugby and education opportunities to support the club’s new Super6 status. The agreement between the College and the club will see both parties strive to maximise the opportunities available to all involved. Heriot’s players will be offered access to…
Twenty-three-year-old NC Early Childcare Education student Nicola Brown from Edinburgh attended College to take her career in a new direction – swapping hairdressing for a career in childcare. Nicola was the winner of the Childhood Practice Academic Excellence award at the College’s Prize Giving ceremony last month, and we caught up with her to find…
Edinburgh College and Teesside University have signed an articulation agreement which will enable college Engineering graduates to progress to the third and final year of BEng Tech (Hons) Petroleum and Gas Engineering at Teesside University. Students and graduates of either HND Mechanical Engineering or HND Engineering Systems will be able to take the opportunity by…
Seventeen-year-old Michael Surgeon from Mayfield, Edinburgh dreams of eventually going on to a career developing crafts for space exploration once he has finished his studies. We spoke to the Software Development Foundation Apprentice after he won Information Technology Foundation Apprentice of the Year at the College’s Prize Giving ceremony earlier this month. How do you…
A group of children recently celebrated their final day at Edinburgh College’s nursery by donning mini mortar boards and gowns for a farewell graduation ceremony. Proud families and friends watched on as the children marked the end of their time at The Waterfront Nursery – Edinburgh College’s on-campus nursery in Granton – with a day…
Twenty-three-year-old NC Acting and Theatre Performance student Simone Martis flew across Europe from his home island of Sardinia in Italy to follow his dream of studying acting in Scotland. Simone is the winner of Karen Gillan Creative Industries Student of the Year award, and we caught up with him to find out about his experience…
A local grandmother has been named Edinburgh College Development Trust’s FE Student of the Year for her work in going above and beyond in supporting her fellow students, at the College’s annual student Prize Giving ceremony. Sixty-year-old Preparation for Study in Social Sciences student Mary Stewart from Musselburgh was awarded the Edinburgh College Development Trust…
Edinburgh College Development Trust has announced the appointment of a new trustee to support its mission to provide new opportunities for students of Edinburgh College. Scott Beattie, a chartered certified accountant working for Fife and Tayside-based firm EQ Chartered Accountants, joins the Trust and aims to fulfill his aim of “giving back what he can…
The annual College Development Network (CDN) College Expo kicks off tomorrow and two members off staff from Edinburgh College feature in the jam-packed, two-day, programme of events. Today, Graphic Design lecturer Helena Good will run a session focusing on the Daydream Believers project which is aimed at promoting creative thinking as an approach to problem…
Access and Continuing Education (ACE) students at Edinburgh College have flexed their creative muscles to wheel out a new project at an East Lothian residential home. Students on the College’s Steps Towards Independence Second Steps course have visited residents at Eskgreen Residential Home in Musselburgh to spruce up their zimmer frames using all manner of…
More than 100 students gathered with around 400 family, friends, staff and guests to celebrate their outstanding work over the last year at the College’s annual Prize Giving ceremony last week, Friday 7 June. The event honoured further education students across the whole curriculum for their achievements over the year. Students received awards from the…
An Edinburgh-based walking enthusiast is ready to pack up his things, dust off his walking boots and head across the Atlantic to raise money for a good cause. Edinburgh College Computing lecturer Freddie Johnson will head out to Canada on a trekking adventure in aid of Marie Curie Cancer – a charity very close to…
Twenty-year-old HND Graphic Design student Natasha Ryan from Edinburgh can’t wait to showcase her final project at the Fruitmarket Gallery from 6 – 8pm on Wednesday 5 June as part of the end-of-year Engaging Employers and Schools exhibition. “I’m really looking forward to the exhibition, it’s like a celebration of my time at College and…