95% of full-time students would recommend NESCol to others
Science
Your future starts here.
Courses
Studying science allows you to make a significant impact on our society.
Science is essential for Scotland’s economy, driving innovation and supporting key industries such as healthcare, energy and technology. A career in science offers exciting opportunities such as contributing to ground-breaking research and solving real-world problems.
NESCol’s labs are kitted out with the latest equipment and analytical instruments so you’ll learn essential practical skills ready for further study or employment.
View all full-time science courses
As well as a host of full-time courses, we also offer part-time courses in Science where you can study at a location near you with daytime, evening and weekend options.
40,000
people work in life sciences in Scotland¹
Coming to NESCol has been a great experience for me and I think it prepared me really well for the demands of university. I’m looking forward to learning more, achieving my degree and perhaps using it to go into teaching.”
Connar Duncan
Connar was employed in the oil and gas industry and returned to education to study HND Applied Science at NESCol before progressing directly into the third year of BSc Applied Sciences at RGU.
Career opportunities
Analytical Chemist, Biochemist, Biologist, Brewing Technician, Chemical Scientist, Environmental Health, Environmental Scientist, Fermentation Engineer, Food Scientist, Forensic Scientist, Geophysicist, Laboratory Technician, Marine Biologist, Medical Physicist, Microbiologist, Pharmaceutical Technician, Physical Scientist, Researcher, and Secondary School Science Teacher.
75%
of Scotland’s late stage drug development companies are in the North East²
Where you can study
Our labs are always a hive of activity and practical work is central to the curriculum. Cloud chambers, flame tubes, fluorescence spectrometers, hydrogen and biotechnology equipment, and a range of other instruments and research resources provide the opportunity for students to build their skills and knowledge at City and Fraserburgh campuses.
Study Science 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 Science in Fraserburgh
- 950+ students
- Fitness Suite
- 2 Cafés
- Quiet & social areas
The bright and modern Fraserburgh Campus provides a fantastic environment for NESCol students, staff and visitors.
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
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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: Life Sciences in Scotland
² Source: Opportunity North East (ONE)