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Professional Cookery, Hospitality, Retail and Events

Hospitality Operations HNC

Campus Granton Campus

Qualification SCQF Level 7

Study mode Part time

Duration 42 weeks

Start date Aug 2023

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Course overview

Hospitality is a thriving and growing industry with job opportunities continuing to increase. This unique HNC is designed to develop and support your communication skills as well as teach you practical front-of-house and supervisory skills to ensure you are on your way to a fulfilling career within the industry. Edinburgh College has exceptional facilities and you will gain essential experience in our restaurants and kitchens. 

How the course is assessed

  • You will be assessed on an ongoing basis through practical and graded written assignments. 

Number of days per week

  • 1 day per week

Entry requirements

  • Minimum of one Higher grade C pass (or above) from the following English, Modern Studies, History, Religious Studies, Social Science, Psychology or Business Management (if you have a Higher not listed, we still welcome your application) 
  • Plus three National 5's or three Standard Grades at Grade 3 or above (two of which must be Mathematics and English) 
  • Or successful completion of appropriate SCQF Level 5 or 6 SQA course 
  • If you do not meet these criteria but have relevant work experience, we welcome your application 

Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements

  • You will be invited to Edinburgh College to attend an information session and interview 
  • Group tasks will be set and carried out during this time 

English Proficiency Requirements

IELTS 5.5

Progression and Articulation Routes

  • Second-year of HND Hospitality Management (as long as you have achieved the mandatory 15 credits required for entry to this course) 

Career options

  • Conference Co-ordinator
  • Front of House Operations
  • Supervisory positions
  • Food and Drink Operations
  • Receptionist
  • Human Resource Assistant

Study Options

Campus Study mode Start date Duration
Granton Campus Part time 28/08/23 42 Weeks

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