Evening Classes at Edinburgh College
Are you looking to take up a creative hobby in the new year? Maybe you’re keen to learn a language or take the first step towards an exciting new career? Our evening courses are designed to help you balance learning with your other commitments, making it easier than ever to achieve your goals.
Whether you’re interested in Art and Design, Childhood Practice, or Modern Languages, our wide range of evening classes has something for everyone. Creative minds can explore Art Portfolio Preparation or Introduction to Fashion and Textiles, while those drawn to digital creativity can enjoy Creative Photoshop or Filmmaking for Screen. Creative Sound Engineering also gives music lovers the opportunity to improve your recording, mixing and mastering skills.
If you’re seeking to advance your career, options like our Childhood Practice Access to HNC or SVQ 3 Social Services Children and Young People courses open doors to rewarding roles in childcare. For language enthusiasts, classes in Spanish (beginner and post-beginner levels) and British Sign Language (introduction and level 2) will enhance communication skills and cultural understanding.
Technical learners can explore practical options like Python for Data Science or Automotive Maintenance. Courses such as Body Massage or Lash and Brow Aesthetics provide hands-on training for aspiring beauty professionals.
Each course is led by experienced professionals in a supportive and welcoming environment, combining practical knowledge with real-world insights.
Evening classes are perfect for those juggling work or daytime commitments. With many courses requiring just one evening of teaching per week, you can easily fit your studies around your schedule. Whether you’re aiming to upskill for career progression, connect with like-minded individuals, or enjoy a creative outlet, our evening courses can help you achieve your goals.
Explore our evening courses starting in January 2025.
Evening Classes at Edinburgh College
Art Portfolio Preparation 2 (January Course)
This evening course is designed for beginners with little or no Art and Design experience or adults and school pupils wh...
Campus
Granton Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Introduction to Fashion and Textiles 2
This is a popular course and can either be studied on a Monday or Thursday evening. Please indicate which day you are ap...
Campus
Granton Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Introduction to Interior Design 2
Introduction to Interior Design 2 is an evening class taught once a week at Edinburgh College’s Granton campus. The cour...
Campus
Granton Campus
Qualification
SCQF 5
Study mode
Evening
Childhood Practice Access to HNC (January)
Our Access to HNC Childhood Practice course is designed specifically for career changers or those returning to education...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
PDA Level 9 Childhood Practice (online and on campus options)
Our 2024/25 intake is now full. To be added to the waiting list for the next intake, or to check your credits to meet th...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 9
Study mode
Evening
SVQ 3 Social Services Children and Young People
This course is suitable if you work in an early learning or childcare setting offering daycare for children. It is also ...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 7
Study mode
Evening
British Sign Language (BSL) Introduction
This is a ten-week evening course that gives attendees an introduction to British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Awareness...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 3
Study mode
Evening
British Sign Language Level 2
This 50-hour course involves 40 hours on campus and 10 hours of additional self-study. Online materials including video...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 5
Study mode
Evening
ESOL Part Time and Evening courses Sighthill
Edinburgh College is one of the largest year-round providers of English Language courses in Scotland. All College-based ...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 4
Study mode
Evening
Part time
Spanish Beginners
This course requires no prior knowledge of Spanish and provides a good starting point for learning the fundamentals of t...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 2
Study mode
Evening
Spanish Post Beginners
This course is ideal if you already have some experience learning Spanish at a beginner level. It allows you to keep le...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 2
Study mode
Evening
Python for Data Science
Have you done a data science or data analytics course already? You know Power BI and Excel but want to add Python to you...
Campus
OL - Open Learning/Cross Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Automotive Maintenance Evening Class (Basic)
This 10-week programme is intended to provide insight into the repair and maintenance processes used within the automoti...
Campus
Midlothian Campus
Qualification
SCQF 5
Study mode
Evening
Body Massage
This 18-week exciting short course is designed to develop understanding and basic skills in preparing for and performing...
Campus
Granton Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Lash and Brow Aesthetics
This exciting new 18 week lash and brow course is a perfect introduction to the beauty industry. You will gain knowledge...
Campus
Milton Road Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Nail Services, Gel Application and Gel Enhancements NPA
This new and exciting 18-week evening course will provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work compe...
Campus
Milton Road Campus
Qualification
SCQF 5
Study mode
Evening
Counselling For Beginners: Level 6
Counselling for Beginners is appropriate for adults aged 18 and over seeking to develop a career in counselling. It is a...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Creative Sound Engineering
Have you ever wanted to improve your recording, mixing and mastering skills? Are you finding your productions are lackin...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 5
Study mode
Evening
Creative Videography and Editing
Everybody wants to be a videographer, content creator, or even a director! We watch our favourite movies and feel inspir...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 2
Study mode
Evening
Filmmaking for screen
Filmmaking for Screen introduces the fundamentals of creating a film for the big screen. After learning and practicing y...
Campus
Milton Road Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Creative Photoshop
Creative Photoshop is an evening class taught at Edinburgh College’s Sighthill campus over 12 weeks.The course is design...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 3
Study mode
Evening
Creative Portrait Photography
Take your portrait photography to the next level with this creative and exciting course. You will be introduced to studi...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 6
Study mode
Evening
Digital Photography: Shoot Edit Print
Digital Photography: Shoot Edit Print is an evening class taught at Edinburgh College’s Sighthill campus over 12 weeks.T...
Campus
Sighthill Campus
Qualification
SCQF 3
Study mode
Evening
Make up Skills evening course (NPA)
This course will provide candidates with skills in the key aspects of make-up, focusing on specific make-up styles.This ...
Campus
Granton Campus
Qualification
SCQF 5
Study mode
Evening