Scottish Maritime Academy

⚓ A fantastic day of industry engagement for Trainee's ⚓

We recently visited Fraserburgh Harbour, where a group of our Trainee Deckhands had the opportunity to step onboard two very different vessels and gain valuable insight into careers at sea.

A huge thank you to Richard and the team at Moray East for arranging a tour of the Service Operation Vessel "Esvagt Alba", giving students a firsthand look at the vital role offshore support vessels play in the operation and maintenance of offshore wind farms.

We also visited the fishing vessel "Chris Andra" FR228, providing an excellent opportunity to compare vessel operations and learn more about life and work within the fishing industry.

Experiences like these help bring classroom learning to life and showcase the wide range of career opportunities available across the maritime sector. A sincere thank you to everyone involved in making the visit possible! North East Scotland College

⚓ Another great year of supporting the RNLI ⚓

Pictured are Graeme, our Curriculum Manager and experienced RNLI crew member, alongside Olivia from Symposium café, proudly holding this year’s RNLI fundraising certificate following collections from the donation box at our Centre. 👏

Thanks to the generosity of staff, students and visitors, including the continued collaboration between the College and Café team, a total of £258 has been raised to support the RNLI’s lifesaving work around our coastline. 🚤

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed… now let’s see if we can beat the total in 2027! ⚓

North East Scotland College SYMPOSIUM coffee house RNLI

⚓ 1 Day To Go! ⚓

The countdown is nearly over - we’re looking forward to meeting everyone at the Scottish Skipper Expo 2026 tomorrow at P&J Live, Aberdeen.

📍 Come and see the us at Stand D7 near the main entrance.

If you’re attending the Expo, make sure to stop by and say hello and to discuss maritime career options, for both new entrants and career progression courses. North East Scotland College Skipper Expos Peterhead Port Authority Scottish Fishermen's Federation Developing the Young Workforce North East

⚓ MCA Oral Exam Preparation - Starting 1st June ⚓

Preparing for your MCA Oral Exam?

Our 2-week MCA Oral Exam Preparation course in-person in Peterhead is designed to build confidence, sharpen your knowledge, and get you ready for exam success. Many candidates credit this course with making the difference between passing and re-sitting.

📅 Starts: Monday 1st June 2026
📍 Scottish Maritime Academy, Peterhead
💷 £1,100

Ideal for those working towards:
⚓ Deck Officer (Fishing) Class 1 & 2
🚢 OOW Unlimited
🧭 Master 200 / 500 (Near Coastal)

A focused, practical course delivered by experienced maritime professionals. Places are limited. Click here to book and find out more:

https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/mca-oral-exam-preparation/

North East Scotland College

⚓ We’ll be at the Scottish Skipper Expo 2026 ⚓

We’re pleased to confirm that we will be exhibiting at the Scottish Skipper Expo 2026 next month.

📍 P&J Live, Aberdeen
📅 7–8 May 2026
📌 Stand D7 – near the main entrance

The Expo is one of the UK’s largest commercial fishing events, bringing together vessel owners, skippers, crew and suppliers from across the industry.

If you’re attending, come and speak to our team about:
⚓ Fishing qualifications and training
🚢 Maritime career pathways
🎓 Deck Officer Cadetships

Always a key date in the industry calendar, and we look forward to seeing you there. More info can be found here: https://theskipper.ie/scottish-skipper-expo/

North East Scotland College Skipper Expos Scottish Fishermen's Federation Peterhead Port Authority

Great to see Richard's story being shared by the college. Stories like this highlight exactly what a career at sea can offer - opportunity, progression, and a genuinely rewarding pathway in the maritime industry.

We’re continuing to recruit for the next generation of Deck Officer Cadets for our August 2026 intake. If you’re thinking about a career at sea, now is the time to get started. Clyde Marine Training Stream Marine Careers Ship Safe Training Group Ltd

Find out more and apply here: https://www.nescol.ac.uk/courses/deck-officer-cadet-programme/