Fee Waiver (Remission of Fees)
Your course may be free if you are not a full time student with NESCol and you are : in receipt of benefits; or care-experienced; or your household taxable income falls below defined levels.
Why take this course?
Microsoft Word is an excellent word processing package that enables you to produce a wide range of documents, ranging from letters and memos, to posters and flyers. This open learning unit will demonstrate the different features and show you how to get the most out of the software.
What you will experience
You will cover the following topics:
- Word Layout
- Open, close, save and delete documents
- Using a mouse
- Cut, copy and pasting text
- Formatting text
- Spelling and grammar
- Searching and replacing text
- Formatting paragraphs – line spacing, indentation, bullets and numbering
- File Management – folders and files
Key Facts
Everything you need to know before applying for this course.
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Applications
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Please note that this service will only accept credit or debit card payment for the full course fee.
If you are eligible for Remission of Fees then you must complete this booking form and supply the relevant fee waiver documents to one of our Campuses or Centres. Some courses are not eligible for fee waiver applications. For further information please contact our Student Advice Centre.
Online
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Starts Flexible start date
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Course Code YBNTW-O241A
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Fees £50.00
Completed forms should be signed and returned to us at the following freepost address:
The Student Information & Admissions Manager
North East Scotland College
FREEPOST RTJJ-TXBA-AEZS
Aberdeen City Campus
Gallowgate
Aberdeen
Scotland
UK AB25 1BN
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