Places are still available for starting in August

Places are still available for starting in August

How many hours is a full-time course?

Advanced Higher, Higher and National 5

Funding and Fees

When you are considering starting college, one of the most important issues to consider is funding and how you intend to pay for some of the costs that come with being a student.

Funding and Fees

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International students

Find out more about coming from abroad to study

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Schools, Pupils and Guardians

There are a wide range of vocational subjects on offer to complement existing school studies including SCP courses, Foundation Apprenticeships and Academies.

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Professional Training

For employers looking to empower their team or professionals looking to upskill and reskill.

Professional Training

Student stories

The support I have received from lecturers and college staff has been brilliant which has helped me a lot.

Kristina - Early Education and Childcare NC

Read Kristina's story View our Childhood Practice courses

I’ve realised that university isn’t so unattainable – which is something I thought for so long.

Steph - SWAP Access to Life Sciences

Read Steph's story View Science courses

Coming here has given me goals to work towards.

Peter - Hospitality Management HND

Read Peter's story View Professional Cookery and Hospitality courses

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Application Advice

Read our guidance on how prepare your application.

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Learning Support

Information about the learning support services that the College offers.

College Life FAQs

Find out answers to questions you may have about coming to College

Discover your subject

Not sure what to choose?

Art and Design

Illustration, life drawing, graphic design, computer arts and animation and fashion and textiles.

Automotive Engineering

Classic vehicle restoration, vehicle accident repair, transport maintenance and advanced vehicle diagnostics.

Broadcast Media and Photography

Outside broadcasting, audio visual technology, film and television, radio, digital media or photography.

Built Environment

Architectural technology, civil engineering, and construction management.

Childhood Practice

Early learning, childhood practice and professional development.

Computing

Software development, networking, computer science, games development and systems.

Construction

Brickwork, plastering, roofing, stonemasonry, plumbing, carpentry and joinery, and painting and decorating.

Electrical Engineering

Power systems, installation, motors and generators, electronics and soldering, signal processing and more.

Enterprise and Commerce

Business, marketing, finance and accounting, legal and policing, human resources, data science, administration.

Engineering

Mechanical, fabrication and welding, maintenance, control and automation, instrumentation and measurement systems.

Hairdressing and Beauty

Hairdressing, barbering, beauty and wellness therapies.

Health Professions and Social Services

Healthcare, Dental, Pharmacy, Nursing, Social Services and Counselling.

Modern Languages

French, German, Spanish, Italian, Gaelic and British Sign Language (BSL).

Music and Sound Production

Music, sound production, music business, songwriting and music for digital media.

Performing Arts

Make-up artistry, acting, performance, dance, musical theatre, tehnical theatre and costume design.

Professional Cookery and Hospitality

Bakery, food and beverage service, larder, patisserie, management, food hygiene, wine and spirits and license holder.

Retail and Events

Retail, fashion, events and management.

Science

Biology, chemistry, applied science, medical science and life sciences.

Social Science

Psychology, politics, sociology, english and social science.

Sports and Fitness

Personal trainer, outdoor pursuits, sports therapy, coaching, fitness and sports.

Travel and Tourism

Cabin crew, tourism, tour guiding and airport operations.

What's Happening at Edinburgh College

View all news & events

Graduation 2022

11 August 2022

Edinburgh College receives third consecutive commendation from the Chartered Institute of Marketing

Edinburgh College receives third consecutive commendation from the Chartered Institute of Marketing

Choose your future at Edinburgh College Course Clearing Event

28 July 2022

College receives Silver Employer Recognition Scheme Award 2022

20 July 2022

ECSA Go Green project shortlisted for Green Gown Awards 2022

08 July 2022

Nora Senior appointed as Chair of Edinburgh College Board of Management

08 July 2022

‘Experience of a lifetime’ for Broadcast Media students volunteering at Glastonbury

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08 July 2022

George hopes design competition is first of many successes as he eyes a career in the industry

Event

30 September 2022

Graduation 2022

Will College Help Me Get to University?

Clearing in three steps

Subjects available through Clearing

Pathways to University - Molly Stephenson

There’s no perfect student at Edinburgh College

What is Clearing?