May Open Days
Thinking about college? Come see what NCL is really like.
The best way to know if New College Lanarkshire is right for you is to visit us in person. Whether you’ve just got your results or you’re still figuring things out, we’re here to help.
Chat to friendly staff, explore our courses, and get a real feel for college life. You can tour our campuses, meet current students and find out what’s still available - from NQ to Degree level.
Choose your campus below and book your place today. Spaces fill quickly.
May 2026 Open Days
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Wellbeing Academies
Access support through our Wellbeing Academies and make the most of your college experience.
A safe and welcoming space to rest, talk and be yourself . With support, signposting and opportunities to connect, learn and grow beyond the classroom.
August 2026
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At NCL, students don’t just study — they create, lead, problem-solve, collaborate and build real futures.
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Ways to learn with NCL
You don’t have to join the college full-time to gain access to education. Explore more ways to learn with NCL.
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Applying to the College
SCQF level? Apprenticeships? Additional support? Unsure what applying to NCL looks like? Your questions answered here.
Applying to college can be an intimidating process, with lots of jargon and terms you might not be familiar with. Find our guided content here, along with more helpful links.
At NCL I feel safe and I feel confident.
Amber Morrison ,HNC Travel and Tourism
Connect, collaborate and grow
Staff development can be an effective tool in supporting your business and helping your people to grow.
We specialise in identifying your specific requirements, facilitating apprenticeship programmes, generating innovative ideas and solutions, sharing industry knowledge and best practices, and offering tailored professional programmes and workshops.
NCL students compete for a taste of Italy
08 May 2026Culinary student wins place at London final after Italian cooking contest victory.
Art with a sustainable purpose
05 May 2026NCL students open University of Glasgow exhibition built from other people's rubbish.
NCL students premiere short films
29 April 2026New College Lanarkshire teams up with Volvo and No Limits to put students in the spotlight.
AI in the clinic!
27 April 2026New College Lanarkshire students join forces with Romanian university in 'groundbreaking' project.
New College Lanarkshire's Social Value Champions!
23 April 2026New College Lanarkshire has celebrated its Social Values Awards across all three campuses this week, recognising staff who go far beyond their job descriptions every single day.
'The stars aligned': how a shocking diagnosis led Iain to NCL
22 April 2026For Iain suddenly everything changed and he knew he needed something to aim for and that's why he went back to college to learn about a subject he loved.
A paw-fect shot!
21 April 2026Former student named Pet Photographer of the Year at national awards in ruff competition.
NCL at heart of feel good Scottish romcom
14 April 2026Feature film debut for NCL's own Kevin Walls - 80% of cast and crew are from New College Lanarkshire.
Five star NCL!
09 April 2026New College Lanarkshire shortlisted with five Herald Education Award nominations.
Social Bite co-founder Josh Littlejohn made New College Lanarkshire Fellow
19 March 2026Josh Littlejohn MBE was awarded a Fellowship at a ceremony in Motherwell Campus earlier today for his services to social enterprise and charity.
Apprenticeship excellence recognised
10 March 2026Employers and apprentices across Lanarkshire honoured at NCL's Institute of Apprenticeships awards.
Students take Scots Law into their own hands
05 March 2026NCL students update decade-old resource, that is now available in 13 languages, launched by former Lord Advocate.
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June Health Summit
Tackling health inequalities starts here
New College Lanarkshire is taking action to tackle the causes of health inequality and build healthier futures for local people. These symposiums will bring together experts, educators, community organisations and decision-makers to share ideas, spark collaboration and inspire meaningful change.
Be part of the discussions shaping the future of health and wellbeing in our communities.
Join our health symposiums this June
Women's Health Symposium
Join us for a powerful day of conversation, learning and support focused on the health and wellbeing of women across our communities.
Keynote speaker: Professor Anna Glasier: Women's Health Champion for Scotland
Tuesday, 2nd June - Book your place
Men's Health Symposium
Mental health. Masculinity. Heart disease. Suicide. Isolation. These are conversations men in Scotland are still reluctant to have. That’s why this event is vital.
Keynote speakers: Dr Henry Simmons: CEO, Alzheimer's Scotland and Heather Connolly: Principal Health Psychologist, NHS Scotland
Wednesday, 3rd June - Book your place