Welcome new and returning students
Welcome to UHI North, West and Hebrides! Here, you’ll find a supportive environment where you can focus on your learning and take the next steps toward your goals.
Whether you are joining us on campus or studying online, our staff and services are here to help you settle in and make steady progress throughout your course.
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Useful links:
- Visit UHI Learning and Information Services (LIS)
- Read our Student Handbook 25/26
- Freshers - sign up to what’s happening across the College
- Find out more about Your Student Association
- Library Facilities and Services
- Follow Student Services on socials for all student news and updates
Update for applicants: Course inductions and start dates
Further Education (FE) Courses, usually SCQF Level 4-6 e.g. National 5, Higher, NC
- Induction week: w/c 31 August 2026
- Course start: During the same week as induction (w/c 31 August 2026)
Higher Education (HE) Courses, usually SCQF7 +, e.g. Higher National Certificate (HNC), Higher National Diploma (HND), degrees
- Induction week: w/c 31 August 2026
- Course start: w/c 7 September 2026