98% Of full-time students believe they are treated fairly
Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management
Your future starts here.
Courses
The hospitality industry, which includes professional cookery, is a growing and important part of the North East economy. There is an increasing demand for skilled and motivated employees throughout the region, across Scotland and beyond.
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As well as a host of full-time courses, we also offer part-time and distance learning in Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management where you can study at a location near you or choose to study online.
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3rd
Largest employment sector in Scotland¹
I’m so proud to have achieved my HND and come so far on my journey to achieving my degree. There is no age limit to education and achieving your dreams. If anyone else is thinking about returning to education, I would tell them to go for it!”
Mercy Brown
Mercy worked in industry then completed HND Events Management at NESCol before progressing into the third year of a degree in International Hospitality Management at Robert Gordon University (RGU).
Career opportunities
Armed Forces, Chef De Partie, Commis Chef, Cruise Liners, Events Coordinator/Manager, Executive Chef, Head Chef, Hotels, Industrial Catering, Overseas Opportunities, Private Catering, Product Development, Restaurants, Sous-chef, Waiting staff and front of house roles.
22,000
Employed in food, drink and agriculture in the North East²
Where you can study
NESCol’s training restaurants are renowned for their excellent service and fine dining, delivered by students as they put theory into practice in the professional kitchens and front of house settings. Open to the public, Gate 63 at City Campus and the Wallace Restaurant at Fraserburgh Campus provide a wonderful location for any occasion.
Study Professional Cookery, Hospitality and Events Management 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.
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What our students think
In autumn 2023, more than 5,000 full-time students responded to our First Impressions Survey (88% of those eligible) and we are delighted to share some of the feedback we received.
"NESCol is a fair, kind, welcoming environment, with friendly and supportive staff. I love coming here."
97% Of full-time students are satisfied with their course
"NESCol helped me gain my confidence again after a huge gap in my studies."
96% Of full-time students enjoyed attending College
Student stories
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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: UK Hospitality
² Source: Invest Aberdeen