It is well known that being outside experiencing nature benefits both our physical and mental wellbeing, reducing feelings of stress, anger and fear. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces negative feelings and can help boost your wellbeing by increasing positive feelings. Exposure to nature not only makes you feel better emotionally,…
Throughout November, we’ll be promoting Wellbeing Wednesday as part of our EC Cares campaign to encourage staff and students across our college community to take time each week to do something to look after your wellbeing. Across the month, we’ll share information on how exercise can help keep you fit and improve your physical and…
As part of Care Experienced Week, which starts today, we’ll be celebrating work taking place across the College which highlights the importance of supporting care experienced students. During the week, we will share student success stories and signpost to information about opportunities for care experienced students to connect with other students and partners. This year’s…
Patryk Hastie, originally from Poland but now living in Edinburgh, studied our UAL Art & Design Fashion and Textiles Level 2 Diploma and is hoping to move on to HND Textiles. We caught up with Patryk to find out more about learning during the Covid-19 pandemic and what they’re planning next. What were you doing…
Karen Fiddler from East Lothian rediscovered their passion for creating and decided to retrain at Edinburgh College. Karen studied our UAL Art & Design Foundation Diploma and is now moving on to HND Textiles. We caught up with Karen to find out more about their college experience and what their plans are for the future.…
School leaver Katherine Bell from North Berwick studied the UAL Foundation Diploma at our School of Art & Design. Katherine is progressing on to HND Illustration after building their portfolio and developing their style. We caught up with Katherine to find out more about their college experience so far. What were you doing before coming…
Twenty-six-year-old Adam Bowers from Edinburgh completed their HND in Technical Theatre during the Covid-19 pandemic and has since gained employment in the sector. We caught up with Adam to find out more about their college experience and what it was like graduating at a challenging time for the performing arts. What were you doing before coming to…
Today, 25 May 2021, marks the one-year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd, an event that sparked the resurgence of international anti-racist movements and conversations across the UK about the ongoing reality of racism. Equalities Officer Bethany reflects on a year of action at Edinburgh College, and looks towards the future: As part of our…
Do you love nature, but live in the city or somewhere without a garden? Or do you miss being outside when the weather is bad? Why not try bringing nature indoors. As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, we spoke to Safeguarding team leader Kara Tait to get her top tips on how to bring…
Join us at the Choose College Virtual Showcase to find out more about studying with Edinburgh College. The virtual event will take place on: Wednesday 26th May 2021 3pm – 5pm and 7pm – 9pm We will be joining colleges from across Scotland to help you find out more about our courses, levels of study, entry requirements, progression routes and college…
The Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP) is a great starting point for adult learners to progress to university. Edinburgh College runs eight SWAP courses in association with partner universities, making it easier than ever to get your foot on the ladder of Higher Education. If you have decided to change your career or would like…
Dr Emma Hepburn has put together a handy ebook with tips and advice on how to stay calm in a global pandemic. Emma states that national data indicates that the global pandemic is resulting in increased anxiety and reduced wellbeing for many of us. We all move up and down the mental health curve in…
The Student Services Hub, which is on Microsoft Teams, has been expanded to host more virtual drop-ins from more of the College’s key student experience teams. The following virtual drop-ins are now taking place on a weekly and/or daily basis – allowing you to join a Teams meeting chat and ask any questions you might…
Twenty-two-year-old Nichole King from Falkirk has completed a number of courses at Edinburgh College since first attending five years ago, and is now well on her way to completing an HND in Dance – the final step in her college journey. We caught up with Nichole to find out more about her college experience and how she has found online learning. I originally came…
Pathways is a new web app that can help you find your route to university through an agreed college pathway. Many college and universities have agreed pathways which are designed to take you seamlessly from college to degree level study. If you know you want to go to university, but would like to study at…