Welcome to the website of the Association of Scotland's Colleges (ASC).
ASC is the policy and representative voice of Scotland's Colleges. There are 43 Further Education Colleges across
Scotland, providing education and training to around 500,000 students each year. The college sector is the largest
provider of lifelong learning in Scotland.
Scotland's Colleges provide easy local access to learning opportunities and are strongly rooted in their local
communities, towns and cities. By working with a wide range of local partners to deliver innovative learning that
meets the needs of individuals, communities and employers, colleges are helping to shape the social and economic
future of Scotland.
