Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Why take this course?
Designed to spark creativity and build confidence, this hands-on course focuses on decorating techniques that will bring your festive cakes to life — in time for the festive season.
What you will experience
Perfect for beginners and baking enthusiasts alike, each week introduces a new set of skills, from working with buttercream and fondant to piping, layering, and adding beautiful edible decorations. You’ll learn how to plan, design, and create striking cakes that not only taste amazing but also serve as stunning centrepieces for your festive table.
Guided step-by-step by an experienced tutor, you’ll decorate your own themed cake projects each week and gain valuable tips on colour coordination, design balance, and how to store or transport your creations safely.
Key Facts
Key information you should know about this course.
What you will need
All materials are provided, and no prior decorating experience is necessary.
Opportunities
Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.
Education at NESCol
You may wish to try other festive courses at North East Scotland College, such as:
Student Stories
Stuart Ferguson
Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management
Advanced Professional Cookery
“It’s amazing to think that my first full-time position out of College is at a Michelin-starred restaurant. I’d recommend the professional cookery courses at NESCol to anyone keen to get into the industry. “
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Mercy Brown
Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management
HND Events Management
“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!”
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Sara Giudici
Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management
Professional Cookery & Advanced Professional Cookery
“I would definitely recommend studying professional cookery at NESCol to anyone interested in hospitality or catering. I may soon be looking for a part-time employee who is in their final year of studying at college so we could end up working together!”
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June Jaffrey
Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management
HND Events Management
“Coming back to College has given me a great sense of achievement, I feel like I’ve been using my brain again! I met a lovely bunch of people there and got on well with everyone, including the younger students in the class.”
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Lucy Gordon
Professional Cookery, Hospitality & Events Management
“The lecturers are what makes the course so special. They have an abundance of industry experience allowing them to share skills and knowledge while always making lessons enjoyable. I am gutted that my time at the College has come to an end, however I am delighted to have secured my dream job at Restaurant Andrew Fairlie in Gleneagles.”
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Applications
Please notify the College at booking stage if you have any allergies or food intolerances.
Aberdeen City Campus
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Starts 20 Nov 2025
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Ends 04 Dec 2025
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Day Thursday
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Time 6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Course Code C00541
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Fees £87.00
Alternatively, you can complete a part-time booking form and send it to us.
Please note that timetabling changes can often occur after the Part-time Course Guide is published, and as a result the printed version of the guide may not hold the most up-to-date information.
We therefore advise you that all start dates and times listed on the website are at all times accurate, and should be used as your main point of reference before booking your course.
Fees quoted apply to individuals who meet our residency criteria for home fee status. A higher fee may apply if criteria cannot be met; evidence may be required. Please contact enquiry@nescol.ac.uk for further information.
If you take up a place on a College course, at the start of the course you will be asked to complete an enrolment form. In completing the form and/or taking up a place on a College course, you will enter into a contract with the College and be bound by the North East Scotland College Standard Terms and Conditions of Study. Copies of the Terms and Conditions are available for inspection on notice boards and at various locations throughout the College, at the College Reception, on the College website: nescol.ac.uk, or can be obtained on request from the Student Funding and Admissions Manager, North East Scotland College, Aberdeen City Campus, Gallowgate, Aberdeen AB25 1BN. Please note that courses are offered subject to (a) there being sufficient numbers of enrolments and (b) the availability of resources. The College reserves its right (i) not to run courses where the number of students is considered insufficient or where resources are unavailable and (ii) in certain circumstances, to refuse admission to an individual applicant.
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