University of the Highlands and Islands
About
The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is an integrated university encompassing both further and higher education.
Introduction
About Us
The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is based in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. We are a distinctive partnership of 10 independent colleges and research institutions.
Our reputation is built on our innovative approach to learning and our distinctive research and curriculum – all enriched by the people, natural environment, economy, culture and heritage of the Highlands and Islands and its communities.
We have 36,000 students at the heart of our university partnership and we are measured by their success.
Learn online from wherever you are
Our online courses are delivered entirely over the internet using the latest in online teaching and technology, offering you flexibility in your distance learning - no matter what your requirements are or where you are in the world. You will join a network of students who also study from home in our virtual university environment.
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Rankings
#3 in the UK
and #1 in Scotland for postgraduate student satisfaction for the 3rd year in a row
Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey
Top 10
most affordable UK universities, get the most from your experience
Nearly 3⁄4
of UHI research judged ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’
Student Testimonials
Justine studied MSc Tourism online
"When I think of UHI, one word comes to mind: community. Even though I was studying online, I felt included and proud to be part of such a diverse university. I received excellent support, it is one of the strong points of UHI, particularly for international students such as myself. I was very grateful for the small class sizes which allow the teachers to better support the students. "
Michael studied BA (Hons) History and Archaeology online
"It was always my plan to study at UHI. The reputation and calibre of both Scottish History teaching and the Orkney Archaeology Institute were so high there was no other alternative that was attractive." "The library staff and system deserves a special mention. The support they offer was crucial and they often went above and beyond expectations in providing access to materials."
Watch Michael and his classmate Rebecca being interviewed by Dr Lucy Dean from the UHI Centre for History to discuss our history and joint honours degrees:
Why study at University of the Highlands and Islands
Achieve a UK degree without moving abroad
Courses in health, sustainability, engineering, history, outdoors and more with the University of the Highlands and Islands:
- Flexible study options to fit with your life
- #3 in the UK and #1 in Scotland for postgraduate student satisfaction
- Top 10 most affordable UK universities
- Decades of online teaching experience
Browse all of the online undergraduate and postgraduate programmes that we offer for international students.
Locations
- Perth
Crieff Road, PH1 2NX, Perth
- Shetland
Gremista Road, ZE1 0PX, Shetland
- Scalloway
Scalloway, United Kingdom
- Kirkwall
East Road, KW15 1LX, Kirkwall
- Thurso
Ormlie Road, KW14 7EE, Thurso
- Stornoway
Stornoway, United Kingdom
- Dingwall
Highland Theological College UHI, High Street, IV15, Dingwall
- Inverness
1 Inverness Campus, IV2 5NA, Inverness
- Elgin
Moray Street, IV30 1JJ, Elgin
- Aird of Sleat
Aird of Sleat, United Kingdom
- Fort William
Carmichael Way, PH33 6FF, Fort William
- Oban
Scottish Association for Marine Science UHI, Scottish Marine Institute, PA37 1QA, Oban
- Dornoch
Burghfield House, IV25 3HN, Dornoch
- Daliburgh
Daliburgh, United Kingdom
- Inverness
Perth Road, IV2 3JH, Inverness
- Dunoon
Dunoon, United Kingdom
