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Open Days In February

Are you ready to Experience Edinburgh College? Come along to one of our open days to find out more about our courses.

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Health and Social Care SVQ and Professional Training

Whether you're just starting out or advancing into leadership, our qualifications are tailored to meet the evolving needs of the sector.

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Summer School 2026

Learn English in Scotland's Capital City, 10% Early Bird Discount for applications received before 31 January 2026.

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Course Starting January 2026

Start a course in January to gain qualifications, upskill and boost your career prospects, or return to education.

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Courses Starting August 2026
Open Days In February
Health and Social Care SVQ and Professional Training
Summer School 2026
Course Starting January 2026

Studying At Edinburgh College

Courses

Apprenticeships

Learn while having the opportunity to gain experience in the workplace.

Apprenticeships

Courses For School Pupils

Vocational pathways ensure pupils are better prepared for the world of work and enhance post-school choices.

For School Pupils

Evening Courses

Attendance is generally one - two evening sessions per week depending on the type of course you are studying.

Evening courses

Full-Time Courses

Attend college for roughly 3.5 days per week (approximately 20 hours) for the duration of the college year.

Full-time courses

International Students

World-class training facilities and flexible study options attract International students every year.

International

Part-Time Courses

Attendance is generally two day sessions per week depending on the type of course you are studying.

Part-time courses

Professional Training

Accredited courses spanning different industries that can be bespoke to meet your business needs.

Professional Training

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Funding and Fees

Are you thinking about starting college? One of the most important things to consider is funding, and how you intend to pay for some of the costs of being a student. 
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Application Advice

If you are thinking about applying for a course at Edinburgh College we have many resources to guide you smoothly through this process.
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How We Support Our Students

Edinburgh College welcomes students of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. We are here to support you throughout your time at our College. 
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Getting To College

Our four campuses are situated across Edinburgh and Midlothian. All our campuses are easily accessible by walking, wheeling, cycling and public transport.

Student stories

Mark
“ I chose to study at Edinburgh College because of its high-quality education and excellent reputation
Mark - HND Visual Communication - User Experience Design
#ECGrad - Mark 'over the moon' to graduate from College Art and Design
Chelsea 1
“ To any students starting college now my advice would be to believe in yourself – you can achieve anything you put your mind to.
Chelsea - HND in Beauty Therapy
#ECGrad – No wrong path for Chelsea as she moves on to further study at university Hairdressing and Beauty
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“ The lecturers prepare you for your interviews, how to dress and everything. It’s just a wee stepping stone into that industry.
Sarah - NQ Cabin Crew and Airport Operations
Sarah soars to new heights with three job offers from major airlines Travel and Tourism

What's Happening at Edinburgh College

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