UNIVERSITY LEVEL

Career focused university level courses right here in Epsom
If you’re looking to boost your career, change direction, or gain a recognised university-level qualification, Nescot offers a flexible, supportive and career-focused way to get there. Our higher education courses, including Foundation Degrees, Bachelor’s degrees and professional diplomas, are designed around your future.You’ll develop the practical skills employers are looking for, backed by real-world experience that turns learning into opportunity.

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Support that works for you

Forget crowded lecture halls. At Nescot, you’ll learn in small classes where you’re known by name, with dedicated tutors who provide one-to-one support throughout your course. It’s a personalised approach that helps you stay on track, build confidence and succeed.

Based in Epsom, Nescot offers a high-quality, local alternative to traditional universities, often with greater flexibility and lower costs. You can study close to home while gaining a qualification that opens doors to new career opportunities or further study.

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Specialist training with real impact

From animal management and osteopathy to teacher training, our courses are delivered in industry-standard facilities and designed with employers in mind.
Explore degree-level study at Nescot and start building the future you deserve.

Quality education

The 2025 National Student Survey (NSS) results show that Nescot performs strongly against sector benchmarks, with students reporting high levels of satisfaction across key areas including teaching quality, academic support, and learning opportunities. Feedback reflects a consistently positive student experience, with outcomes that compare well with national higher education averages and demonstrate Nescot’s continued focus on quality, support, and progression.

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This course motivates me, I have learnt how to learn. It fits around work time and I have been supported and guided in my learning throughout the course. I feel more confident!
Jackie
/ Foundation Degree in Supporting Teaching and Learning
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Dedicated support for university‑level students

Our university-level students have access to dedicated support services, and a friendly academic community designed to help them thrive. From learning resources and wellbeing support to financial advice and enrichment opportunities, we provide everything you need to succeed throughout your higher education journey.

University Partners

Nescot works with a number of universities and with Pearson for the validation of our higher education courses i.e. University of Greenwich, University of West London, The Open University, LSBU (London South Bank University) and Pearson (for Higher National Certificate and Diploma courses).

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)

The Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), run by the Office for Students (OfS), assesses the quality of higher education providers across teaching, learning experience, and student outcomes. Nescot is rated Silver overall, meaning students typically benefit from a very high‑quality academic experience and achieve strong outcomes that support progression into employment or further study.

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More information

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Our Campus

Discover our modern, vibrant, and community‑focused campus. Whether you’re a student, visitor, or local resident, Nescot offers a wide range of professional‑grade facilities designed to support learning, wellbeing, and personal development.

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Help & Support

We want you to be successful and to make the most of your opportunities at Nescot. Our aim is to provide a supportive environment to help you achieve your goals. Independent information, advice, guidance and support is available to you throughout your education at Nescot.

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Student Finance

Choosing to study at Nescot is an investment in your future, but we know that affording tuition fees and living costs can sometimes be tricky. At Nescot we have a range of measures to help make it easier for you to afford to take a college course.