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Take the next step in your journey and come along to one of our Open Days this February to find out all you need to know about studying at Edinburgh College and the courses available to you.

The Open Days take place across all four of our campuses and are for anyone who is considering applying for a full-time course starting in August 2023.

You will have the opportunity to take guided tours of our fantastic facilities, find out all you need to know about our courses and how to apply, get advice on additional support and funding options, and ask any questions you may have.

You can either register to attend or drop in on the day, so make sure to come along to find out more about the opportunities available and see first-hand what College life means to our students and staff.

We will be showcasing the subject areas listed below. Find out more information on each subject area.

Date Campus Time Booking Form Link
Tuesday 7 February Sighthill 4 pm - 7 pm Bookings are now closed
Thursday 9 February Milton Road 4 pm - 7 pm Bookings are now closed  
Tuesday 21 February Midlothian 4 pm - 7 pm Bookings are now closed
Saturday 25 February Granton 10 am - 1 pm Bookings are now closed

Granton – Saturday 25 February

Bookings are now closed.

Subject Area What will this cover?
Art & Design Learn about our top-ranking HND courses and how to prepare a successful portfolio at the only Centre in Scotland where you can study the transformational UAL Foundation Diploma.
Childhood Practice Childhood Practice levels 4 and 5, NC and HNC in Childhood Practice.
Computing Cyber Security, Data Science Software Development and E-Sports.
Construction Introduction to Construction, Building Services, Carpentry & Joinery, Painting & Decorating, Rail Engineering and Architectural Technology.
Hair and Beauty Various courses in Hairdressing, Barbering, Beauty and Complementary Therapies
Media Various courses in Radio and Communication.
Performing Arts Acting, Technical Theatre, Musical Theatre, Dance, Make Up Artistry and Costume Design.
Professional Cookery and Hospitality Introduction to Catering and Hospitality, Bakery NC, Professional Cookery, HNC Hospitality Operations and HND Hospitality Management.
Routes into Education or Employment Courses for the next step in returning to education or making the jump from school or becoming more independent.
Social Science  Social science courses explore how society works covering a wide range of disciplines across different levels - criminology, psychology, sociology, anthropology, politics and history.
Sport & Fitness  Exercise and Fitness Studies, HNC/HND Fitness, Health & Exercise
Travel and Tourism Cabin Crew & Airport Operations HNC and HND Travel and Tourism.

Past events

Midlothian – Tuesday 21 February

Bookings are now closed.

Subject Area What will this cover?
Engineering Engineering, Automotive Engineering and Electrical Engineering.
Childhood Practice Level 5 and 6 Childhood Practice and HNC Childhood Practice.
Computing 

SCP NPA Software development is ideal for S6 or schools with limited access to offer computing to their pupils.

Access to Cyber Software and Web ( SCQF L5) which is suitable for beginners of all ages, including those looking to leave School early.

Sighthill – Tuesday 7 February

Bookings are now closed.

Subject Area What will this cover?
Automotive Engineering Range of trade-related courses including accident repair; body and paint work; light vehicle maintenance and repair.
Childhood Practice Courses which will provide you with the skills and practical experience for a career in childcare.
College based ESOL English courses for speakers of other languages and teacher training courses.
Computing Networking, software development, web design, cyber security and data science.
Counselling and Working with Communities HNC Counselling and HNC Working with Communities.
Enterprise and Commerce Courses covering Accounting & Finance, Business & Administration, Marketing, Legal Services and Police Studies.
Health Professions Courses including Healthcare Practice. Dental & Oral Healthcare, Pharmacy Services, preparation for and SWAP Access to Nursing.
Highers and National 5 English,   Maths,   Sociology and  Psychology
Media Courses in outside broadcasting, audiovisual technology, film, television, radio and digital media.
Music The chance to create music and sound from entry to degree level.
Photography From entry to degree level, our courses cover digital capture, portraiture, advertising, corporate and photojournalism.
Retail and Events Our courses will cover the operational aspects of working within the retail and events sector.
Routes into Education or Employment Courses designed to help a move to further learning or employment
Science Courses that support career paths in the physical and chemical engineering sector and the life science industries.
Social Services Courses from level 5 in social services for those driven to make a difference in people’s lives.
Sport and Fitness Courses fitness, sports coaching and health and fitness.
SWAP courses Access to Languages and Arts and Social Science.
Travel and Tourism Skills in customer care, visitor attraction operations and tour guiding.

 

Milton Road – Thursday 9 February

Bookings are now closed.

Subject Area What will this cover?
Childhood Practice Courses which will provide you with the skills and practical experience for a career in childcare.
College Based ESOL English courses for speakers of other languages and teacher training courses.
Computing Networking, software development, web design, cyber security and data science.
Enterprise and Commerce HNC Business and NPA Business.
Hair and Beauty Various courses in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy
Health Professions & Social Services Introduction to Health Services, Preparation for and SWAP Access to Nursing, HNC Healthcare Practice Introduction to Social Services.
Media & Sound Production HND Television, Music, Performance and Production.
Professional Cookery, Hospitality and Events

Introduction to Catering and Hospitality, Bakery NC, Professional Cookery and HNC Hospitality Operations.  

Courses that will cover working within the events industry.

Routes into Education or Employment Courses for the next step in returning to education or making the jump from school or becoming more independent.
Social Science Social science courses explore how society works covering a wide range of disciplines across different levels - criminology, psychology, sociology, anthropology, politics and history.
Sport & Fitness Exercise and Fitness Studies, HNC/HND Fitness, Health & Exercise.
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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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Art and Design

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

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Automotive Engineering

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

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Childhood Practice

Early learning, childhood practice and professional development.

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Computing

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

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Construction

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

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Electrical Engineering

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

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Enterprise and Commerce

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

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Engineering

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

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Hairdressing and Beauty

Hairdressing, barbering, beauty and wellness therapies.

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Health Professions and Social Services

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

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Media, Music and Sound Production

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

Media, Music and Sound Production

Modern Languages

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

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Performing Arts and Photography

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

Performing Arts and Photography

Professional Cookery and Hospitality

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

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Retail and Events

Retail, fashion, events and management.

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Routes into Education or Employment

Part-time and full-time courses are designed to help you move on to further learning or employment.

Routes into Education or Employment

Science

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

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Social Science

Psychology, politics, sociology, english and social science.

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Sports and Fitness

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

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Travel and Tourism

Cabin crew, tourism, tour guiding and airport operations.

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