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  • What's this?

A typical full-time course will require you to spend at least 20 hours a week at college over a 38 week period each year. They are offered in a number of different levels starting from an introductory level (e.g. Introduction to Social Sciences) to a Higher National Diploma (e.g. HND Social Sciences).
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Part-time courses come in all shapes and sizes. They can be vocational or just for fun, taught in a college centre or in a number of community locations. They are offered during the day and in the evening and some are offered at weekends. The one thing that they have in common is that they are all taught courses.
  • What's this?

These courses are ideal if you are unable to attend conventional classes due to work, time or distance constraints. They cover a wide range of subjects and are offered at different levels. For most, tutor support is available, some may also require you to attend a class - or tutorial, but you will be expected to work on your own and submit work when required.

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  • Full-time Courses
  • A typical full-time course will require you to spend at least 20 hours a week at college over a 38 week period each year. They are offered in a number of different levels starting from an introductory level (e.g. Introduction to Social Sciences) to a Higher National Diploma (e.g. HND Social Sciences).
  • Part-time Courses
  • Part-time courses come in all shapes and sizes. They can be vocational or just for fun, taught in a college centre or in a number of community locations. They are offered during the day and in the evening and some are offered at weekends. The one thing that they have in common is that they are all taught courses.
  • Self Study Courses
  • These courses are ideal if you are unable to attend conventional classes due to work, time or distance constraints. They cover a wide range of subjects and are offered at different levels. For most, tutor support is available, some may also require you to attend a class - or tutorial, but you will be expected to work on your own and submit work when required.

Welcome to Aberdeen College

Use our full–time or part–time categories to browse our extensive list of exciting courses or alternatively use our Course Finder.
Course applications can be made online (when you have found the course you wish to apply for, scroll down to find the Apply Online button) or by contacting our Information & Booking Centre.
If you require further assistance please get in touch.

Aberdeen College is one of Scotland's largest colleges of further/higher education and vocational training. Last year, we had over 30,000 enrolments — that's a lot of people choosing to study with us on our excellent course options. Although we are a big college, we have not forgotten that the personal touch is important. The College is large but classes are small, and are served by staff who are both professional and caring.

We offer an exciting range of courses to suit your needs — whether you are just leaving school, considering a return to education, looking to enhance your career development, an employer seeking staff training or simply want to learn for fun — make Aberdeen College your next stop!

Your college, your way...

The College provides quality education and training programmes for individuals, local communities, and employers. Study modes are equally flexible, with full-time, part-time, community-based, distance learning, and specialist short courses available.

There really is something for everyone, so when you want to know more... make Aberdeen College your first choice.

New Regional College for the people of the North–east
In December 2012, the Boards of Management of Aberdeen College and Banff & Buchan College decided unanimously to pursue the option of creating a single college for the Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire region.
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Aberdeen College receives prestigious Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education
Aberdeen College was presented with one of the Queen's Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education at a high profile ceremony held on Friday 19 February 2010. The College's successful entry was entitled "Delivering skills in the oil and gas industry and supporting community cohesion".
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What are 'Full-time' Courses?
A typical full-time course will require you to spend at least 20 hours a week at college over a 38 week period each year. They are offered in a number of different levels starting from an introductory level (e.g. Introduction to Social Sciences) to a Higher National Diploma (e.g. HND Social Sciences)

What are 'Part-time' Courses?
Part-time courses come in all shapes and sizes. They can be vocational or just for fun, taught in a college centre or in a number of community locations. They are offered during the day and in the evening and some are offered at weekends. The one thing that they have in common is that they are all taught courses.

What are 'Self Study' Courses?
These courses are ideal if you are unable to attend conventional classes due to work, time or distance constraints. They cover a wide range of subjects and are offered at different levels. For most, tutor support is available, some may also require you to attend a class - or tutorial, but you will be expected to work on your own and submit work when required.

 

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