What to expect when you study here
We provide a diverse range of courses and aim to deliver the best learning experiences.
Our students benefit from expert teaching and support and state-of-the-art campus facilities.
You can find out more below on what to expect as a student of Forth Valley College.
The College Day
Our campuses open at 8am during term time, with first classes starting at 9am
College campuses are public buildings, so non-students may also be using the facilities throughout the day
Free breakfast available to all students
Classes run from 9am to 4.30pm, with a morning break and a lunch break
Class durations are typically 55 minutes or 1 hour 50 minutes
You will get at least 55 minutes for lunch
You can bring your own food or visit our refectories, which serve lunch from 12pm to 2pm
Free soup and roll available at lunchtime for all students
Each campus has breakout spaces for socialising and studying
Outdoor spaces are also available for use
Full-time students should expect 16 hours of classes per week (excluding work placements)
Work placements are in addition to these hours
Apprentices follow a different schedule — check with your Curriculum Manager or Apprenticeship Officer
Be prepared to adjust other commitments to fit your timetable
Student Experience
Forth Valley College offers an exceptional student experience with its modern facilities, cutting-edge digital resources, and supportive learning environment.
We make learning work.
- Learning takes place in classrooms, workshops, salons, studios, labs, and online.
- Use of Moodle Virtual Learning Environment and Microsoft Teams for support.
- Access to FVC Mobile App, which includes student ID card, timetable and latest student news and updates.
- Introduction of Virtual Reality (VR) Learning Environments.
- Augmented Reality (AR) Interactive Activities to enhance learning.
- Study beyond classroom lectures using online resources.
- Access to learning materials on computer, tablet, or mobile device.
- Web-based materials enable learning at a time that suits you best.
Contact Us
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