95% of full-time students would recommend NESCol to others
Media, Communication & TV
Your future starts here.
Courses
Are you ready to unleash your creativity and make your mark in media?
The fast-paced media industry offers a huge range of career opportunities. Whether your passion lies in journalism, broadcasting, TV or film, NESCol offers the perfect environment to hone your skills.
Our media courses are designed to help you master content creation, editing, directing and presenting, using advanced equipment, software and studios.
View all full-time media, communication & TV courses
As well as a host of full-time courses, we also offer part-time courses in media, communication & TV where you can study at a location near you with daytime, evening and weekend options.
10,000+
working in Scotland's screen sector¹
It’s a fantastic and enjoyable experience and it really prepares you for going into a career or going into further education.”
Guy Ingerson
Guy worked in the energy industry for a number of years before deciding he wanted to change his career path. He then studied HND Advertising and PR at NESCol before progressing to the third year of a degree in public relations at Robert Gordon University (RGU). Guy is now working in communications and media.
Career opportunities
Television & Film
Broadcasting/Audio-visual, Camera Operator, Equipment Operator, TV Researcher, Runner, Director, Editor, and Producer.
Media
Advertising Account Manager, Editor, Journalist, Market Researcher, Marketing Professional, Public Relations Professional, Social Media Professional and Writer.
83,500
journalists in the UK in 2023²
Where you can study
Dedicated, enthusiastic and industry experienced teaching staff guide students through their chosen course. Comprehensive online resources, engaging classroom sessions and innovative practical experiences are used to provide a springboard to future careers. Our nurturing learning environment and supportive approach aims to get the best out of every individual and ensure NESCol students fulfil their potential in employment and life.
Study Media, Communication and TV in Aberdeen
- 4,500+ students
- Fitness Suite
- 4 Cafés
- Quiet & social areas
Our Aberdeen City Campus is situated in the heart of Aberdeen city centre, within walking distance of shops, restaurants, bars and cafés.
Study part-time
Part-time courses are offered at locations throughout the region.
What our students think
More than 3,000 students responded in our Student Satisfaction and Engagement Survey, covering the 2023-2024 academic year. We are delighted to share some of the feedback we received.
“The quality of education here is very high.”
96% of full-time students feel safe and secure at College
“I am happy to be part of the NESCol community. The staff are of a very supportive nature.”
92% of full-time students feel College has helped them develop knowledge and skills for the workplace
“I've loved learning about how the industry works and getting a better insight into what I can do.”
Student stories
Don’t take our word for it!
Get in touch
Our student advisers can help with any application enquiries.
Contact the team directly by calling 01224 612330, dropping into your local Student Advice Centre, or by emailing studentadvice@nescol.ac.uk. Student advisors are also available on LiveChat when the chat icon appears at the bottom of our website.
¹ Source: Screen Scotland
² Source: National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)/ Office for National Statistics