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We have invested in the facilities at our campuses so we can help to support your educational journey. With our salons, gym, engineering, and construction workshops, photography studios, and practical teaching aids, we offer you an education that will prepare you to get one step ahead.  

Whether it’s support in your studies, your approach to your course, or a personal matter outside of college, we have a dedicated team to support you throughout your time at college. 

Lecturers and educational support workers are on hand to help you succeed with your course. We also have a team of dedicated student advisers who can assist and support you in other matters that may be affecting your life outside of college and offer guidance and help. 

Preparing you for further study or employment, Dumfries and Galloway College offers courses to give you the knowledge and skills to move forward in your career.  

Our facilities and equipment give you hands-on experience to prepare you for the workplace.  

Apprenticeships and work-based training also allow you to gain experience from employers in a specific subject or job role, providing you with skills and experience to add to your CV.

With the excellent relationships and links our staff have built up in the region with local employers and universities, you will have a wealth of opportunities at your fingertips to help you progress your career path.  

Employers such as Arla Foods, NHS Dumfries and Galloway, and Jas P. Wilson have all worked with us, creating a better community and region. 
Find out more about their success with us

We have direct links to three top universities and our courses in these areas are designed to prepare you to move seamlessly onto the university degree programme of your choice. 

You can stay in Dumfries and Galloway while studying for your degree. 
Find out more on how to progress after college

Our courses are available in a range of study modes and are designed to meet the needs of the region and our community. We offer full-time, part-time, hybrid learning, distance learning, and many other flexible options tailored to suit your needs.

You will need to register on our applicant portal or log in if you have previously applied online.

Use a personal email address that is unique to you, and that you can access emails with. You can also use Facebook to log in.

Avoid shared email addresses or school/college email addresses as email is our primary method of communication and you will need access at all times. Have your qualifications, Scottish candidate number, and/or student ID number handy for your application – these are not compulsory if you cannot find them but it will make your application process smoother.

Supporting Information Questions have replaced the personal statement and are designed to help us find out more about you and why you have chosen to come to college. 

We may ask questions such as why you have chosen the course, your plan for after completing your course and why you are suitable for that particular course.

There is also space for additional information on your application that you think is relevant, and that you would like us to know. Remember, we want to hear how great you are and all the great things you do, so don’t hold back.

You will receive an email confirmation that your application has been received.

Once your application has been checked over, you may be invited to attend an interview. If your application is unsuccessful at this stage, we would contact you to advise and discuss alternatives.

If you require alternative interview arrangements, please contact our Student Advisers to discuss further – studentadviser@dumgal.ac.uk

Preparation is the key to a successful interview.  

Do your research about the course you’re applying for and why you think the course would benefit you. Think about the type of questions you may be asked and prepare some answers so you’re ready and feel confident with your answers. You might want to practice with a friend or family member so you feel confident saying your answers out loud.

Information about all our courses can be found under the “Find a course” tab at the top of the page. You can also contact the admissions team with any questions about the course you have applied for – email them at admissions@dumgal.ac.uk.  

Make sure you have everything you need for the interview. Some courses will ask for a short task or information about specific subjects to know about. Check your emails to find out what you have been asked to prepare for your interview with.

Your interview may take place on Microsoft Teams. Make sure you have downloaded Microsoft Teams onto a device you intend to use during the interview. If you’re unsure what to do, follow this quick guide: 

Download Microsoft Teams

When preparing for your interview, think of personal examples from everyday life showing your skills and what you could bring to the course. These personal experiences could be from a job, school, or even a club you are involved in. The skills could be anything from people skills or organisational, remember to relate them to the course you are applying for.   

Showcase your skills, for example having a job or looking after an individual shows commitment and a good work ethic. Taking part in a school activity shows team-working, timekeeping, and personal organisation. 

Remember to show how committed you are to your studies and have at least one question ready to ask at the interview. Interviewers want you to do well and will be willing you on at the interview.  

Before your interview, try to set up a quiet area with a simple background so there are no distractions for you.

Good luck with your interview – we’re keeping our fingers crossed for you!