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North East Scotland College

An Introduction to AI

An Introduction to AI is a paid beginner course from North East Scotland College, in person. It costs £82. Next: 14 Jan 2027. North East Scotland College doesn't say whether there is a certificate.

Before you sign up

Suits complete beginners in the Aberdeen area who prefer learning in a classroom with a tutor. What stands out is the low fee of £82 for five weeks and hands-on use of ChatGPT and Teachable Machine. The main caveat is that weekly hours and class times are not shown on the page, and there is no stated certificate. A free online option for people living in Scotland is Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Online from Forth Valley College.

Good to know
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Properties

Provider
North East Scotland College
Format
Live sessions
Delivery
In person
Duration (as stated by provider)
5 weeks
Level
Beginner
Cost
£82
Certificate
Not stated by provider
Language
English
Funding
None
Next start
Next: 14 Jan 2027

Checked against North East Scotland College on 12 Oct 2026

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What you'll learn

Five-week course for complete beginners at NESCol's Aberdeen City Campus. It introduces AI concepts, tools and real-world uses, with guided introductions to ChatGPT, Teachable Machine and no-code AI platforms. Each week mixes tuition, hands-on activities and case studies.

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Who it's for

  • Everyone (no background needed)

Level: beginner (as stated by the provider). Delivery: in person.

Prerequisites

Not stated by provider.

How much does An Introduction to AI cost?

£82. £82.00.

Certificate: not stated by provider.

Where to take it

Taking this course from the UK

North East Scotland College is a UK provider. We checked this course on its own page on 12 Oct 2026.

The price is shown in pounds, as the provider states it.

If you want a free, government-backed start instead, AI Skills Boost gives every adult in the UK free AI courses, and finishing selected ones earns an AI foundations badge.

None of the UK funding schemes we track pays for this course. See free and funded training by nation for what is funded where you live.

Other UK courses on AI literacy and fundamentals: Living with AI (Scottish AI Alliance), Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Online (Forth Valley College), BCS Foundation Award: Award in Understanding the Role of Ethics in the Responsible Use of AI (PLA) (Cardiff and Vale College).

See also: free and funded training by nation.

Dates

Next: 14 Jan 2027.

Questions people ask

How much does An Introduction to AI cost?

£82.

Do I need experience first?

It's a beginner course. The provider does not list prerequisites.

When does An Introduction to AI start?

Next: 14 Jan 2027.

Are North East Scotland College AI courses free?

No. An Introduction to AI costs £82.

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