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Certificate in Construction Skills
If you are interested in working in the • block-work Entry requirements
construction industry then this course • carpentry and joinery You should be reasonably fit and
will provide you with foundation skills • painting and decorating able to work to a general/credit
in a variety of key areas of construction • roof slating and tiling level (National 4/5) of study.
which will enable you to make choices • electrical Mature students are welcome.
for the future. • construction practices All candidates will attend
• stonemasonry – introduction an interview.
The course is for new entrants to • plastering and plaster boarding
construction and is open to anyone Start date and venue
who wants to increase their prospects You will also have the chance to take September
of an apprenticeship or of getting into the following industry certificates: Fort William and Portree
construction related work. Full-time: 3 days a week for
Health and Safety – IOSH 34 weeks with some
Good practical and theoretical skills CSCS card independent study
will be taught by skilled trade Access Platforms – Safe use
professionals. We will prepare you for How do I apply and pay?
the Construction Skills entry test and a What qualification will I get and See pages 12-15
career in construction. what can I do next?
Certificate in Construction Skills
We will help to organise a two week (the majority of SQA units in this
work placement in industry. course are at SCQF level 4/5).
You will have practical blocks in: You could consider apprenticeships
• plumbing in the construction industry,
• brickwork labouring, self-employment or
further specialised study.
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52 CONSTRUCTION, ENVIRONMENT AND MARITIME
Certificate in Crofting and Countryside Skills (NC Rural Skills)
Entry requirements The Scottish countryside is a fantastic Areas for study could include:
No previous experience or natural resource and many of us have • estate management and
qualifications are necessary, an increased sense of responsibility
however a keen interest to work towards it`s sustainable use, and maintenance skills
in the outdoors and an conservation. Careers within the land • environmental studies
enthusiasm for this sector are sector are on the increase and it is a • practical conservation
vital. You must also be reasonably rewarding area to be involved in. • agriculture
fit and happy to work in all If you would like to work in the great • livestock
weathers, and be able to safely outdoors, making a living from the • gardening and horticulture
follow instruction in the use of land and contributing to its future • forestry
tools and machinery under management and well-being, then • machinery operation
supervision. Basic literacy is this full-time SCQF level 4 course will • dry stone walling
required and students should introduce you to a range of practical • aquaculture
have reached the minimum age skills and approaches to land use and • industry approved training courses
of sixteen. Mature students are help you reach your full potential. • core skills communication,
welcome, and all candidates will
attend an interview. numeracy and ICT
Start date and venue The course aims to take a broad What qualification will I get and
September approach, introducing you to a number what can I do next?
Broadford, Isle of Skye of sectors including: livestock and Certificate in Crofting and Countryside
21 hours (3 days) for 34 weeks agriculture; horticulture; Skills (NC Rural Skills SCQF level 4) and
with some independent study forestry; environmental studies and a portfolio of industry recognised
transferable estate work skills. With a certificates from LANTRA and DSWA.
How do I apply and pay? balance of both practical and Employment opportunities with:
See pages 12-15 theoretical work, you`ll acquire a good country estates and farms; conservation
range of skills, with a thorough organisations; countryside ranger;
understanding of how and when they forestry organisations; garden centres
should be applied. and nurseries; agriculture and
livestock operations.
Industry training in specialist practical
areas is an important part of the Industry approved
course, and you will have the training courses:
opportunity to gain recognised • chainsaw crosscutting, maintenance
certificates in skills ranging from
chainsaw operation to dry stone and felling
walling and safe use of pesticides, • all-terrain vehicle (ATV) operations
greatly improving your • dry stone walling
employment prospects. • first aid
• manual handling
Core skills are an integral part of the • brush cutting/trimmer
course. These will be closely tied in • PA1 and PA6: safe use of pesticides
with the other units you are studying
and will enable you to move on with and knapsack sprayers
confidence to your next educational
step or place of employment.
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Certificate in Maritime Skills
By using a combination of practical and What qualifications will I get and Entry requirements
theoretical units, this introductory course what can I do next? No previous experience in the
is aimed at developing skills, valued by Certificate in Maritime Skills maritime sector is necessary, but
employers in the maritime sector, at (the majority of SQA units in this a keen interest in the maritime
local, national and international level. course are at SCQF level 5). industry and an ability to work in
all weathers are essential. Mature
It is the perfect introductory course for Maritime & Coastguard Agency students will be considered on
anyone working towards a career in (MCA) merit. All candidates will attend
the Merchant or Royal Navy, commercial * STCW 95 Standards of Training, an interview.
sea fishing, aquaculture or leisure Certification and Watch Keeping
sailing industries. (Personal Survival Techniques; Start date and venue
First Aid; Personal Safety and February and September
Required units: Social Responsibility). WHC UHI Learning and
• maritime environment Marine Training Centre, Mallaig
• small boat engineering Royal Yachting Association (RYA) 21 hours per week
• health and safety in the maritime Powerboat Handling, Day Skipper for 19 weeks with some
and VHF Radio. independent study
sector
• employability and careers in the If you complete this course, you could How do I apply and pay?
consider our NC in Shipping and See pages 12-15
maritime sector Maritime Operations or training
• core skills numeracy and ICT through nautical college or similar
training provider. it can also be a route
Additional units include: into maritime employment.
• MCA - STCW 95 *
• RYA Intermediate Powerboat
• RYA VHF Radio
• RYA Day Skipper
• rope handling, splicing and knots
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54 CONSTRUCTION, ENVIRONMENT AND MARITIME
NC Shipping and Maritime Operations
Entry requirements This course will enable you to progress • ship construction and stability: an
You should have at least 3 to further qualifications which form introduction
Standard Grades/National 5 part of deck and engineer officer
inclusive of mathematics and 1 training programmes or alternatively • shipboard operations: an
science subject. if you wish to follow a career in shore introduction
based maritime operations.
Students who have completed • bridge watch keeping: an
our Certificate in Maritime Skills The course offers a relevant mix of introduction
will be considered for entry competencies to enable career
subject to satisfactory progression whilst at the same time • engineering dynamics
achievement of an additional providing you with an articulation • marine heat engines
skills assessment. route to HNC/HNDs currently used in • nautical science: an introduction
training programmes for Merchant • strength of materials
All applicants will attend an Navy officers. • core skills communication
interview.
The course forms part of a scheme of What qualification will I get and
Start date and venue training approved for professional what can I do next?
September certification by the Merchant Navy NC Shipping and Maritime Operations
WHC UHI Learning and Marine Training Board. SCQF level 6 if the required units are
Training Centre, Mallaig achieved, alternatively Certificate in
Full-time: 3 days a week • computing: office and personal Shipping and Maritime Operations.
or 34 weeks with some productivity applications This course can provide students
independent study with a sound platform from which
• maritime industry: an introduction to progress towards completion of
How do I apply and pay? • mathematics for science HNC/HND marine training
See pages 12-15 • safety training for seafarers programmes and then on to
other Merchant Navy Certificates
of Competency.
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UCAS
BSc (Hons) Archaeology and Environmental Studies codeVF49
Study in one of the best natural and You will undertake a work placement Entry requirements
archaeological landscapes in the UK. in 4th year giving you the opportunity Highers: CCC
The residential field modules will to engage with external agencies. A Levels: CC
enable you to experience these while Full time or part time: you will learn For full information, please check
developing your environmental and through a combination of video UHI website.
archaeological skills. conference lectures and tutorials, and
online study via the university's virtual Career/Progression
This course gives you the opportunity learning environment (VLE), with • Historic Scotland, Scottish
to focus on the scientific aspects of support from your lecturers. You may
archaeology while combining your also undertake field trips. Natural Heritage and the
studies with sustainability issues, Forestry Commission
techniques in field-based evidence • archaeological contract units
and ethics. • archives and museums
• media and politics
• tourism and heritage
management
• teaching
• further study at Masters level
with UHI
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56 CREATIVE ARTS
Creative Arts 58
59
NC Portfolio Art and Design 60
Certificate in Art and Design part time 61
NC Fashion and Design 62
Fashion Textiles part time 63
Higher Photography part time 64
Hairdressing SVQ Level 1 and 2 65
NC Music 66
HNC Music 67
BA (Hons) Applied Music 67
BA (Hons) Literature and Creative Writing (subject to validation)
BA (Hons) Creative and Professional Writing (subject to validation)
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CREATIVE ARTS 57
What our students say
Eilidh Richardson NC Fashion and Design
the opportunity to really develop and enjoyed the work leading up to it and
gain confidence to move forward to a seeing everyone getting involved and
higher level. enjoying the evening.
“Coming on to NC Fashion and Design I have an unconditional offer for HND I would definitely recommend the
was the best decision I have ever Textiles in Glasgow Clyde College to course to others. It’s a great all-
made. I learned the basics and so start at the end of August 2017. inclusive course for anyone with an
much more. You are not taught any of I have thoroughly enjoyed the course. interest in the creative industry or arts
these basic skills in school and and crafts.
completing this course has given me The tutor has been patient and
supportive. The whole of the class, I would never have considered moving
which was of mixed ages, has been a away from home to do an NC as I just
great learning environment. didn’t feel ready to. This has given me
The best points for me have been the the opportunity to study from my home
first time that I made something and town and gain a qualification that has
completed it and also the Fashion allowed me to progress my education
Show at the end of the year. I really and career in a subject I love.“
Mark Lawrie HNC Music
“I completed NC Music in 2015, had a music along with all the business doing all the performances throughout
year out and then returned to aspects which, until I did these courses the year. I’d never seen myself as a
complete my HNC this year. I didn't really have any knowledge of. very studious person but with the
The qualification and experience that theory it was so engaging. Playing in
I chose this course as I have a big I’ve gained will help greatly with my the college band was fun too, with so
passion for music. I've always wanted hopes for my future career. I have many talented people to play
to learn about the nuts and bolts of learnt so much over the two years I'd alongside, we made some great
love to put it to use in the real world music together.
and hope to get into teaching or
become a full time professional I would definitely recommend the
musician. As long as I can sustain a course to others. Not everyone learns
career in the music industry in some at the same pace and having access to
form that will be a good future for me. one to one support certainly combats
I can honestly say that all the hard this. It's a great class to have been
work has been worth it. part of and if there was a further level I
would certainly make this College my
The parts of the course I enjoyed the first choice for future learning.”
most were learning music theory and
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58 CREATIVE ARTS
NC Portfolio Art and Design
Entry requirements You will be part of a dynamic and • creative 3D artform
You should have 3 broad portfolio class, which will give • exploratory media handling
National 5 passes or equivalent, you the necessary experience for • digital media
preferably including Art and application to art college. Enjoy • personal project
English. All applicants must exploring new media and processes, • presentation and preparing for
present a portfolio of recent working in a range of environments.
work at interview. Learn from experienced tutors and exhibition
Mature students will be professional artists. At the end of • sculpture
considered on merit. the year you will showcase your work • core skills communication, ICT
in a full-scale public exhibition,
Start date and venue managed and led by the class. and numeracy
September, Portree
Full-time: 21 hours a week Several of our students have gone on What qualification will I get and
for 34 weeks with some to further their studies in Duncan of what can I do next?
independent study Jordanstone (Dundee), Glasgow College NC Art and Design SCQF level 6 if the
of Art and Moray College UHI (Elgin). required units are achieved or
How do I apply and pay? alternatively Certificate in Art and
See pages 12-15 You will explore the following areas: Design. After the Certificate in Art and
• drawing Design you could return to do the
• printmaking National Certificate (NC). After the NC
• textiles consider BA (Hons) Fine Art with the
• contextual studies University of the Highlands and
• art project Islands or other art and design courses
• sketchbook development elsewhere. Additional Highers may be
required for this level of study.
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CREATIVE ARTS 59
Certificate in Art and Design Part Time
On this introductory, part time course Course content will be Entry requirements
you will have the chance to explore a chosen from: There are no formal entry
range of creative 2D and 3D media. • drawing requirements but a genuine
• textiles interest in developing art and
The actual choice of subjects and units • expressive activity design skills.
chosen is discussed with each applicant • art project
at the start of the course and selected • sketchbook development You will be asked to come for an
to suit individual requirements. • creative 3D artform informal interview.
• painting
You will cover five areas and have the • handling digital media Study mode and Start date
opportunity to achieve 5 SQA units in September
varying subjects from expressive What qualification will I get and Portree and Auchtertyre
drawing to a personal project. what can I do next? Part-time: one day a week
On successful completion, you will for 34 weeks
The levels of the units will vary have achieved 5 SQA units at SCQF
between SCQF level 4, 5 and 6. level 5 and 6. How do I apply and pay?
The level you work at will depend on For information about application
your previous experience and your You could consider applying for our full and funding call your nearest
personal ability. time Portfolio Art and Design NC or college centre.
other art based courses at college or
We also have an annual exhibition as university (additional qualifications The cost is £270*
part of the year showing work from may be required for a higher level
all students. of study). * This cost can change so please
check with your college centre for
the latest cost.
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NC Fashion and Design
Entry requirements Do you have an interest in the world of You will explore the following areas:
You should have at least 3 fashion, fashion trends, the construction • fashion design
Standard Grades at credit/general of clothing, textiles design and the skills • garment design
level or 3 National 4s or above or required for sewing? • garment construction
an equivalent combination of • sewing skills
both. You should also have an This course will give you the opportunity • event organisation
interest in various creative skills to explore your creative side while • research skills
and ideally have some examples developing your technical skills • sketchbook development
of your work to show at through a range of units that will cover • creative textiles development
interview. Mature students will fashion illustration and design through • surface decoration
be considered on merit. to pattern and garment construction. • digital fashion illustration
• pattern construction
Start date and venue By researching and exploring different • core skills communication,
September, Fort William aspects of the fashion industry and
Full-time: 3 days a week textile creation you will develop an numeracy and ICT
for 34 weeks with some inspirational approach to research,
independent study design and production of fashion and What qualification will I get and
textile pieces from concept to what can I do next?
How do I apply and pay? final product. NC Fashion Design and Manufacture
See pages 12-15 SCQF level 6 if the required units are
You will produce a portfolio of your achieved or alternatively Certificate
work enabling you to approach in Fashion Design and Manufacture.
potential employers, colleges,
universities or to set up a creative This course provides good progression
venture of your own. routes for further study in fashion,
textiles, art and design sectors as well
You will help to organise and take part as the production of a portfolio for
in a fashion show showcasing all the application to many design-orientated
work achieved over the year. higher education establishments. It
can also lead to employment in a
range of creative disciplines.
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Fashion Textiles Part Time
This is a creative textile course. Course content: Entry requirements
You will have the opportunity to learn • art and design project • National qualification at SCQF
and explore skills in developmental • creative project for artists and
drawing, creative textile development, level 5 or 6 in a related area
surface decoration and garment or designers such as textiles or design.
accessory manufacture. • developmental drawing • Work experience in the textiles
• textile techniques: advanced or design.
It is a part time course (one day a • designing and producing a fashion • 2 National Qualifications at
week) in which you will set a Higher level C or above and 4
brief and theme, plan all the stages garment: an introduction Standard Grades at level 2/Nat
of the project using all the skills and or 5 or above.
techniques you have learned in the • textiles accessory: an introduction • Mature students will be
textiles projects to create a textile considered on merit and on
design which will be used on the What qualification will I get and production of a portfolio
production of a final fashion garment. what can I do next? • Sewing skills desirable
Work will be displayed in the end of You will achieve 6 units (3 at SCQF level • You will attend an interview
year fashion show. 7 and 3 at SCQF level 8). These units
form part of the HNC Textiles. Start date and venue
Successful completion will allow entry October
onto HNC Fashion Textiles. Other Fort William
opportunities would include junior 1 day per week for 29 weeks
designer, print production operative,
retail sales assistant, machinist How do I apply and pay
and merchandiser. For information about application
and funding call your nearest
college centre.
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Higher Photography Part Time
Entry requirements This exciting part-time course will variety of subjects as well as
You should own or have access to help you to develop a broad range of evaluating your own work.
a bridge or DSLR camera and be practical skills in photography,
able to demonstrate a basic building and extending your You will maintain a journal throughout
understanding of controlling the knowledge and understanding of the course which will be used for
camera and its functions to the photographic media, camera recording notes, ideas, sketches,
produce well-exposed, focused techniques and processes. plans, test photos, technical details,
and composed images. You will postcards, magazine/newspaper
also be computer-literate and The course will be made up of cuttings and inspirational images
have access to a computer individual bite-size practical and from the photographic media –
installed with photo-editing written assignments, group both historical and contemporary.
software such as Adobe discussions, question and answer
Photoshop Elements or sessions, lectures, practical sessions, What qualification will I get and
equivalent. You will attend an guest speaker talks, practical field trips what can I do next?
informal interview. and visits to exhibitions. Higher Photography
Start date and venue You will be given plenty of This qualification will enable you to be
September: Portree, Broadford opportunities to demonstrate your a competent photographer. You could
and Auchtertyre photography skills and show consider further education or free
Part time: 1 evening per week for imaginative and personal creative lance employment.
the academic year responses when photographing a
How do I apply and pay?
For information about application
and funding call your nearest
college centre.
The cost is £270*
* This cost can change so please
check with your college centre for
the latest cost.
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CREATIVE ARTS 63
Hairdressing SVQ level 1 and 2
You will learn the basic skills required • advise and consult with clients Entry requirements
to start a career as a hairdresser in a • shampoo, condition and treat hair Students should have at least 3
classroom modelled on a realistic work • style and finish hair Standard Grades at credit/general
environment. You will use the salon, all • core skills communication, ICT level or 3 National 4s or above or
tools and equipment needed, while equivalent combination of both.
working safely to achieve the desired and numeracy Applicants should be effective
end result for your clients. communicators, have artistic flair,
What qualification will I get and good personal presentation,
You will study a range of topics, what can I do next? physical stamina and a high level
including: Hairdressing SVQ level 1 or level 2 of manual dexterity.
• change hair colour Mature students will be
• cut hair using basic techniques If you have achieved at level 1 you considered on merit. You will
• plait and twist hair using could return and do level 2. If you attend an interview.
achieve at level 2, you could consider
basic techniques level 3 elsewhere or employment in Start date and venue
• set and dress hair a salon. September
Portree
Full-time: 3 days a week for 34
weeks with some independent
study
How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15
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64 CREATIVE ARTS
NC Music
Entry requirements If you are interested in music and have • MIDI Sequencing: create your own
You should have at least 3 a passion for working in what is a compositions/arrangements using a
Standard Grades including Music challenging yet exhilarating industry, specially set up computer workstation
at SCQF level 4 or National 4 or this course will set you on the right path.
equivalent practical experience. • sound engineering and production:
If you don’t meet our entry You will work together in small groups use of Pro Tools software to record,
requirements, your previous to prepare performances, record your edit and mix tracks
experience may still qualify you own music and play gigs while
for this course. Mature students working on theory and contextual • core skills numeracy,
will be considered on merit. You study in class. communication and ICT
will attend an interview.
NC Music is not specific to a particular What qualification will I get and
Start date and venue genre. Performance is offered in many what can I do next?
September, Fort William instruments and genres NC Music SCQF level 5 or level 6 depending
Full-time: 3 days a week on units successfully completed,
for 34 weeks with some alternatively Certificate in Music.
independent study
• live performance With either qualification you will be
How do I apply and pay? • solo performance able to pursue a variety of
See pages 12-15 • music literacy: read and write music, opportunities in the music industry or
further your studies with HNC Music,
understand harmonies, bass lines Sound Production or BA (Hons)
and chord progressions Applied Music either within the
• aural skills: recognise intervals, University of the Highlands and Islands
chords and rhythm or further afield. Additional Highers
• appreciation of music may be required for higher education.
• creative project
• an introduction to the UK music
industry
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CREATIVE ARTS 65
HNC Music UCAS code 103W
If you have musical skills that you • digital audio workstations Entry requirements
would like to turn into a career, our • keyboard skills for musicians Higher Music at grade C or above,
HNC will give you an informed A level Music at grade D or above
overview of today’s music industry. What qualification will I get and or NC Music.
You will be offered individual what can I do next?
instrumental tuition on your chosen Higher National Certificate in Music Prospective students without the
first study instrument or voice while standard entry requirements as
expanding your overall understanding With this qualification you will be able listed above are encouraged to
of the music industry. to pursue a variety of opportunities in apply. You will be asked to attend
the music industry or further your an audition/interview to assess
Throughout the course you will be studies with BA (Hons) Applied Music your musical ability.
involved in arranging and performing either within the University of the Instrumental or vocal ability
gigs and will have the opportunity to Highlands and Islands or other HND or equivalent to ABRSM grade
develop your performance skills in a degree courses further afield. 4/5 is required.
range of genres and styles.
Start date and venue
Course content modules are: September, Fort William
• working with creative industries Full-time: 3 days a week
• creative industries infrastructure for 34 weeks with some
• professional practice for musicians independent study
• music theory 1
• music first study 1: instrument or How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15
music: second study 1: composition
• music: graded unit 1
• music: live performance skills 1
• songwriting 1
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BA (Hons) Applied Music UCAS codeW301
Entry requirements Study music in your home region, in Year 2 DipHE
3 Highers at grade ABB or above any genre and prepare yourself for the Core modules: performance practice 2;
or 2 A levels at grade B or above music industry of the future. the effective contributor; music; power
and Grade 7 Associated Board or and commerce; creative skills; creation
Trinity College or equivalent on Studying traditional, Celtic, pop, jazz, through technology.
first instrument (including grade classical or rock, you will have the
5 music theory or equivalent). opportunity to explore the culture of One optional module from: music in
the highlands and islands and focus on art and society; sound and vision;
Consideration will also be given the application of music in a variety of crimp my song; music in the creative
to candidates who can demonstrate professional contexts. industries; Gaelic for learners 1A.
a high level of ability in one or
more of the following: composition You will study with top individuals in Year 3 BA
and creative skills; music their fields while developing skills in Core modules: professional practice;
technology including computer- business, finance, enterprise, music in social and historical contexts;
based music production. networking and communication. music in educational and community
contexts 1; applied music research
You will be required to attend an Choose your solo performance tutor, skills; creative identity; creative
audition and interview to assess drawn from a list of experts and technology applications.
your technical ability. you will also get credit for playing in
ensembles in your community. Year 4 BA (Hons)
Start date and venue There will be national/international Core modules: applied music:
September performances and placements in performance, creation or research;
Full-time or part-time: study at music, education, community and/or applied music critique and evaluation.
home, on-line and through health settings. The course will
video-conferencing and Skype develop your versatility as a musician One optional module from:
plus residential sessions. with multi-venue delivery and education and community 2; emerging
residential sessions throughout. technologies; sustainable creative
How do I apply and pay? endeavor; music and culture.
See pages 12-15 Year 1 CertHE
Core modules: performance practice 1; What qualification will I get and
ensemble 1; music in its widest what can I do next?
context: social, cultural, historical; BA (Hons) Applied Music: inbuilt
creativity is more important than flexibility allows exit at various
knowledge; remote digital music stages with a valuable qualification
collaboration. (see above).
One optional module from: music in On completion: Music in the Environment
art and society; music in the creative MA; performing; composing; teaching;
industries; Gaelic for learners 1A. music and health; entrepreneurship;
community musician.
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BA Hons) Literature and Creative Writing* CREATIVE ARTS 67
*subject to validation
This new degree offers the Join a vibrant literary research culture Entry requirements
opportunity to combine modules from and participate in ongoing research Highers: BCC
our established BA (Hons) Literature projects, conferences and field trips. A Levels: BC
and our new BA (Hons) Creative and The course is collaborative in nature Must include English at B. For full
Professional Writing* allowing you to with the opportunity to work information, please check
tailor your final degree to your specific alongside those studying other UHI website.
interests. You will explore literature in creative programmes such as film
a global context, looking in depth at making, music and sound bringing a Career/Progression
language and literary history within broader understanding and stimulus • creative industries
texts and on the international literary to your studies. • publishing
stage as well as working on the • creative writing
creative principles in both form and Full time or part time: you will learn • advertising/marketing
structure of the four main areas of through a combination of video • theatre/film
creative writing: prose, poetry, drama conference lectures and tutorials, and • gaming and website
and screen play. online study via the university's virtual
learning environment (VLE), with development
support from your lecturers. There will • MLitt with UHI
be residential experiences.
BA (Hons) Creative and Professional Writing* *subjecttovalidation
This innovative new degree will Full time or part time: you will learn Entry requirements
provide a solid grounding in the through a combination of video Highers: BCC
creative principles in form and conference lectures and tutorials, and A Levels: BC
structure of four areas of creative online study via the university's virtual Must include English at B. For full
writing: poetry, prose, drama and learning environment (VLE), with information, please check
screen play. You will explore how these support from your lecturers. UHI website.
can inform and support other areas of
professional writing in gaming, You will be expected to attend a Career/Progression
advertising, marketing, vlogs etc. VC or face to face induction/ • creative industries
residential at the start of each year • publishing
Using a combination of creative, with further VC inductions at the start • creative writing
critical and practical project based of each semester. • advertising/marketing
learning, you will work towards • theatre/film
publishing your own work using • gaming and website
traditional methods alongside new
technologies and publishing platforms. development
• MLitt with UHI
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68 HEALTH, EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE
Health, Education and Childcare
NC Child, Health and Social Care 70 PDA Health and Social Care Supervision* 77
NC Health and Social Care 71 PDA in Leadership and Management
NC Early Education and Childcare 72 for Care Services* 77
HNC Childhood Practice 73 PDA Mental Health Peer Support* 77
HNC Social Services 74 PDA Supporting Individuals with
BA (Hons) Childhood Practice 75 Autistic Spectrum Disorders* 77
BA (Hons) Child and Youth Studies 75 PDA Community Involvement: An Introduction 77
BA (Hons) Health Studies 76
* subject to approval
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What our students say
Olivia Carr NC Early Education and Childcare
“I am from Gairloch and this course is opportunity to work in groups with Assistant and also at West Highland
delivered online. At first I found my classmates by using the College UHI’s Gairloch centre as a
getting used to the 'networked' technology available. Learning Facilitator, supporting other
learning pretty intimidating, but once I students who are studying in this rural
got to grips with all the equipment I I was alone studying in Gairloch so I area. I took a year out to get a feel for
loved it and realised it was by far my really appreciated those opportunities. the working environment and
preferred method of studying. I was also able to visit Fort William determine if education and childcare
twice for overnight stays. This enabled was the career path I wished to follow.
Lecturers constantly ensured you were me to meet all the class and build After working there for the last 9
included in everything and there friendships with them all - months and loving every minute, it
wasn't once I didn't feel like part of which really helped making me feel has really pushed me and focused me
the class. Phone calls were organised included, enjoy my lessons and feel to do my BA (Hons) in Child and Youth
when I needed to have a chat with more comfortable and confident about Studies with West Highland College
each of my lecturers and emails were taking part in discussions with the UHI and studying at the Learning
always responded to. I found this all class as a whole. Centre in Gairloch. Being able to study
very helpful and kept me a part in Gairloch has been highly beneficial
of everything. After completing NC Early Education for me as I have managed to study and
and Childcare, I got a job at the local better myself while living in the place I
While I was studying I was given the primary school as a Pupil Support love most - home.”
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70 HEALTH, EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE
NC Child, Health and Social Care
Entry requirements If you are interested in pursuing a • parenting
Students should have at least 3 career in childcare or health and social • introduction to mental health
Standard Grades at credit/general care, this introductory course will give • core skills - communication,
level or 3 National 4s or above or you a thorough foundation in the
equivalent combination of both. relevant subject areas. numeracy and ICT
The course has been designed to
If you don’t meet our entry provide an overview by covering a What qualification will I get and
requirements, your previous wide subject range and to be as what can I do next?
experience may still qualify you relevant to the working world as NC Child, Health and Social Care SCQF
for this course. This experience possible. You’ll also learn about health level 5 if the required units are
would ideally be either working and safety issues and first aid – achieved, alternatively Certificate in
in a social care setting or an early knowledge and skills that will be of Child, Health and Social Care.
education and childcare setting real value to prospective employers.
where the Curriculum for If childcare is your main interest then
Excellence was followed. • values and principles in care you could consider applying for NC
Students returning to education • human development and behavior Early Education and Childcare SCQF
will be considered on merit. You • social influences level 6 with us.
will be required to attend an • working with individuals with
interview. If health/social care is your main
additional support needs interest then you may wish to apply for
Start date and venue • play in early education and childcare the NC Health and Social Care SCQF
September, Fort William • process of play level 6 also available with us.
Full-time: 21 hours a week for • working in early education and
34 weeks with some
independent study childcare
How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15
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HEALTH, EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE 71
NC Health and Social Care
Health and social care is provided in • understanding of mental health and Entry requirements
settings such as nursing homes, mental illness You should have at least 3
residential homes for the elderly, Standard Grades at credit level or
hospitals and resource centres for • caring for people with dementia 3 National 5s or above or NC
people with learning disabilities. • health promotion Child, Health and Social Care.
• person centred approach to care Applications are encouraged from
The demands for a skilled health and • working as a team in care settings students returning to education
social care workforce are increasing. • developing knowledge and practice who do not possess formal
• support individuals in their daily living qualifications but have
This NC provides a range of topics both • social services in Scotland appropriate understanding and
theoretical and practical related to • communication in care relationships skills gained from experience in a
working in this sector. You will • safeguarding people Social Care setting and/or can
investigate who needs care, what types • safe practice and well-being in demonstrate they have the
of care are available and the potential to meet the academic
responsibilities of a care worker. social services demands of the course. You will
• human development and attend an interview.
Care workers must operate with sound
ethical values and so you will study the social influences You are required to have a
principles underpinning the National • 2 week work placement satisfactory Protecting
Care Standards. The programme will • core skills communication, Vulnerable Groups (PVG)
allow you to meet the professional check to enable participation
standards required for registration with numeracy and ICT in work placement. This will
the Scottish Social Services Council. be provided as a mandatory
What qualification will I get and part of your course.
Units may include: what can I do next?
• care: human development and NC Health and Social Care SCQF level 6 Start date and venue
if the required units are achieved, September
behaviour alternatively Certificate in Health and Full-time: 21 hours a week for
• care: social influences Social Care. 34 weeks with some
• care: values and principles independent study
Once you’ve successfully completed
the course you might like to consider You will learn through a
our HNC Social Services or other combination of video conference
related courses, or move directly seminars and online study via the
into employment. University of the Highlands and
Islands Virtual Learning
Environment (VLE), supported
by your tutors.
How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15
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72 HEALTH, EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE
NC Early Education and Childcare
Entry requirements As a result of the Scottish Government’s • child development
You should have at least 3 Standard and the Scottish Social Services • child development: theory
Grades at credit level or above/ Council’s commitment to high quality • services for children and young people
National 5 or have completed the education and childcare, a skilled • play in early education and childcare
NC Child, Health & Social Care workforce is required. • play in practice
course at SCQF level 5 or similar. • supporting children’s behaviour
This course integrates classroom • supporting children’s rights and
Applications are encouraged from theory with a mandatory placement
students returning to education within an early education setting, thus entitlements
who do not possess formal allowing you to put your knowledge • promoting language, literacy and
qualifications but have appropriate into practice.
understanding and skills gained numeracy in an early years setting
from experience in an early This course concentrates on the key • core skills communication,
education/childcare setting issues, demands and responsibilities
where the Curriculum for involved in caring for children’s learning numeracy and ICT
Excellence was followed and/or and development. It will also give you
can show they could meet the the opportunity to gain the Early What qualification will I get and
academic demands of the course. Education and Childcare Higher as part what can I do next?
You will attend an interview. of your studies and on successful NC Early Education and Childcare SCQF
completion you will meet the level 6 if the required units are
You are required to have a professional standards required for achieved, alternatively Certificate in
satisfactory Protecting registration with the Scottish Social Early Education and Childcare.
Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Services Council as a support worker. Gaining your NC Early Education and
check to enable participation Childcare will prepare you to progress
in work placement. This will onto the HNC Childhood Practice with
be provided as a mandatory us or you may wish to move into
part of your course. employment within the early
education and childcare sector.
Start date and venue
September
Full-time: 21 hours a week for
34 weeks with some
independent study
You will learn through a
combination of video conference
seminars and online study via the
University of the Highlands and
Islands Virtual Learning
Environment (VLE), supported by
your tutors.
How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15
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HEALTH, EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE 73
HNC Childhood Practice UCAS code 173X
If you enjoy working with children and • promote effective communication Entry requirements
would like to make a difference to their • promote health, safety and security 2 Scottish Highers at grade C or
formative years, the HNC Childhood above or 1 A level at grade D or
Practice is the ideal course for you. in the work setting above (preferably including
This HNC will help you to acquire a • develop your practice through English), plus 4 Standard Grades
range of knowledge and skills at Credit level (Nat 5) or
essential to working in an early years reflection and learning equivalent, one of which should
education or play-work setting. • support for play learning and be English.
This is a nationally recognised development or playwork Alternatively NC Early Education
qualification and valued award for opportunities and Childcare or equivalent.
people who want to work in a variety of • graded unit 1 Prospective students without the
early learning and childcare settings, • work placement standard entry requirements are
supporting children and young people encouraged to apply and will be
with varying needs. Plus 3 optional modules from a wide considered on an individual basis.
range of relevant supplementary
On successful completion you will be subject areas. Please note that you are
eligible to register with the Scottish required to have a satisfactory
Social Services Council (SSSC) at What qualification will I get and Protecting Vulnerable Groups
practitioner level. what can I do next? (PVG) check to enable
HNC Childhood Practice participation in work placement.
Mandatory modules: You could consider applying for BA This will be provided as a
• care in contemporary society (Hons) Child and Youth Studies or BA mandatory part of your course.
• leadership starts with me (Hons) Childhood Practice with the Further information can
• health, wellbeing and safeguarding University of the Highlands and Islands be found at
• lifespan development: theoretical or other appropriate higher education www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
course or employment. Additional
approaches Highers may be required. Start date and venue
September
Full-time: 21 hours a week
for 34 weeks with some
independent study
You will learn through a
combination of video conference
seminars and online study via the
University of the Highlands and
Islands Virtual Learning
Environment (VLE), supported by
your tutors.
How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15
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74 HEALTH, EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE
HNC Social Services UCAS code 114L
Entry requirements Mandatory modules are: The HNC Social Services qualification is
2 Scottish Highers at grade C or • care in contemporary society a nationally recognised and valued
above or 1 A level at grade D or • leadership starts with me award for people who want to work in
above (preferably to include • health, wellbeing and safeguarding a variety of social care settings, with a
English) OR 4 Nat 5s / Standard • lifespan development: theoretical range of service users. It enables you to
Grades at credit level (to include integrate knowledge, theory and
English) OR an NC SCQF level 6 approaches practice effectively and will help you to
award that includes Higher Care • promote effective communication understand how the National Care
or a similar Higher. • promote health, safety and security Standards and Codes of Practice relate
to your work. This course meets
Prospective students without the in the work setting registration requirements set by the
standard entry requirements are • develop your practice through Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
encouraged to apply and will be for those working in a care setting. You
considered on an individual basis. reflection and learning will undertake a work placement as
• social services graded unit 1 part of your course.
Start date and venue • care practice
September • work placement Please note that you are
Full-time: 21 hours a week for required to have a
34 weeks with some Plus 3 optional modules from a wide satisfactory Protecting
independent study range of relevant supplementary Vulnerable Groups (PVG)
subject areas. check to enable participation
You will learn through a in work placement. This will
combination of video conference What qualification will I get and be provided as a mandatory
seminars and online study via the what can I do next? part of your course. Further
University of the Highlands and HNC Social Services information can be found at
Islands Virtual Learning You could consider further study with www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
Environment (VLE), supported by the University of the Highlands and
your tutors. Islands: BA (Hons) Health Studies or
BA (Hons) Child and Youth Studies.
How do I apply and pay? Alternatively employment in a variety
See pages 12-15 of care settings working with various
service user groups.
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HEALTH, EDUCATION AND CHILDCARE 75
BA (Hons) Childhood Practice
This degree offers practitioners in a support from your lecturers. You will Entry requirements
wide range of early years and childcare be required to attend a face to • HNC Early Education and
settings the opportunity to gain the face induction.
Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) Childcare/Childhood Practice OR
recognised qualification to be a lead Career/Progression • SVQ 3 Social Services: Children
practitioner or manager. • economics
• business and Young People OR
You will have the opportunity to relate • public services: local • SVQ 3 Children’s Care Learning
theory to real working practice and
investigate, in-depth, an area of government, civil and and Development/Play work OR
interest to you. The course will also diplomatic services • equivalent qualification
give you the skills needed for further • teaching • you must be employed within
professional qualifications. It is • further study at Masters level
designed to meet the Scottish subject with UHI or have access to a relevant
benchmark statement: the Standard workplace environment
for Childhood Practice. • alternative entry will be
Full time or part time: you will learn considered, based on relevant
through a combination of video professional qualifications
conference lectures and tutorials, and recognised by SSSC plus
online study via the university's virtual appropriate experience
learning environment (VLE), with • applicants are also required to
complete a detailed
applicant profile
BA (Hons) Child and Youth Studies UCAS code L530
A career in child and youth work is online study via the university's virtual Entry requirements
always going to present a range of learning environment (VLE), with Highers: CCC
situations and challenges. This degree support from your lecturers. You will A Levels: CC
celebrates diverse childhood be required to attend a face to face Applicants with relevant
experiences from the urban to the induction at the start of your course. professional qualifications or
rural and explores the complex experience are also welcomed
situations and challenges they present. Career/Progression and will be considered on an
• child and social care, individual basis. For full
You will gain a rigorous understanding • education information, please check
of the specific concerns associated • health-related fields UHI website.
with child and youth issues in the • MA Health and Wellbeing
Highland region and within the • PGDE Primary (Higher English www.whc.uhi.ac.uk
broader context of the UK and Europe.
During your studies you will carry out a and Nat 5 Maths required)
research project related to your work
or area of special interest.
Full time or part time: you will learn
through a combination of video
conference lectures and tutorials, and
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BA (Hons) Health Studies UCAS code L450
Entry requirements This degree focuses on topical health Studies, Rural Health, or Health and
Highers: CCC issues including sociology, psychology, Welfare route.
A Levels: CC public health, rural health issues and
Alternatively an appropriate NQ health care ethics. Full time or part time: you will learn
qualification at SCQF level 6, a through a combination of video
SVQ/NVQ at level 3 or an In the first year you will be introduced conference lectures and tutorials, and
access course. to the many factors that influence online study via the university's virtual
For full information, please health and wellbeing. You can then learning environment (VLE), with
check UHI website. progress to the generic, rural health support from your lecturers. You will
or health and welfare stream of be required to attend a face to face 2
Career/Progression the degree. day induction.
• health services management
The second and third years allow you
and health promotion to tailor your course to subjects of
• research and development specialist interest, depending on
• health needs assessment and whether you choose the Health
project management
• MA Health and Wellbeing
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BUSINESS AND HOSPITALITY 77
Professional Development Awards
This suite of Professional
Development Awards are
available to study with West
Highland College UHI.
To study a PDA, you need to be in
employment in a relevant
sector. The award can take up to
one year to achieve. you will
attend college for induction and
then the learning will be done
online with support from tutors.
PDA Health and Social PDA Mental Health • working with autism
Care Supervision* Peer Support * • supporting individuals with autistic
A PDA designed for those working in Acquire the knowledge, skills and
the care sector in supervisory roles. It is values required to carry out the role spectrum disorders
approved to meet the registration of Peer Support Worker (a new role • supporting people with specific
requirements of the Scottish Social within Scottish mental health
Services Council (SSSC) and also services). Learn how to support communication needs
provides continuing professional people recovering from mental health • 2nd SVQ 3 unit from a limited range
development (CPD) for first line illnesses by training and employment
managers who provide supervision, within existing mental health services dependent on whether you are
support and guidance. to complement and enhance these working with children or adults
• health and social care: services. This qualification is
recognised by the Scottish Recovery * subject to approval
supervise people Network.
• health and social care: supervise • mental health peer support: PDA Community Involvement:
an introduction
the protection of people recovery context Develop an understanding of how to
• mental health peer support: become involved with local
PDA in Leadership and communities and identify their needs
Management for Care Services* developing practice by understanding how government
For managers in a care setting this policies impact on community capacity
award can help you in your career PDA Supporting Individuals with building. Improve your understanding
development. It is designed to meet Autistic Spectrum Disorders * of community groups, including their
the registration requirements set by This PDA addresses the need to extend purpose and structure.
the Scottish Social Services Council the number of people with the skills
(SSSC) for managers. The PDA is and knowledge required to work with
particularly suited to staff who already individuals with Autistic Spectrum
hold an approved care qualification. Disorders to enable quality services to
• leadership and management in a be delivered and expanded for
individuals with ASD.
care context
• leading and managing effective
communication systems
• managing protection, risk and
promotion of care values
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Humanities and Social Sciences
Access To Higher Education 79 BA (Hons) Scottish History and Politics 85
Highers 80 BA (Hons) Literature 85
ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages 81 BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics 86
Joint Honours options 82 BA (Hons) Scottish History 86
BA (Hons) Archaeology 83 BA (Hons) Social Sciences 87
BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage 83 BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology 87
BA (Hons) Gaelic Scotland 84 BA (Hons) Sociology and Politics 88
BA (Hons) History 84 BA (Hons) Theological Studies 88
BA (Hons) History and Politics 85
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Access to Higher Education A2HE
Did you miss Highers at school? Are What qualification will I get and Entry requirements
you thinking about going to what can I do next? English at Intermediate 2, grade
university? This full time course will 3 Highers at SCQF level 6 and A or B or Standard Grade at credit
help you design your future by Developing Personal Effectiveness, 1 or 2 or National 5 or equivalent.
studying an integrated course of 3 Personal Financial Awareness You will attend an interview.
Highers and core units in Personal and Guided Study.
Development, Research and Start date and venue
Employability. Three Highers will prepare you for September
entry into many courses in higher Full time for 34 weeks,
Whatever you decide, this course will education and the three core units 19 hours a week with some
give you choices. will improve your independent living independent study
and learning skills.
Students will choose 3 out of the You will learn through a
following 4 subjects: combination of video
conference seminars and online
• English - a key qualification for study via the University of the
entry into higher education and Highlands and Islands Virtual
many other forms of study. You will Learning Environment (VLE),
study a wide variety of non-fiction supported by your tutors.
and fiction texts, developing the key
skills of understanding, analysing How do I apply and pay?
and evaluating. You will also have See pages 12-15
the opportunity to produce your
own discursive and creative writing.
• Psychology - the scientific study of
the mind and human behaviour.
• Sociology - an understanding of
society and our place in it.
• Environmental Science -
environmental interdependence,
biodiversity, the living world and
sustainability.
Core units include:
• developing skills for personal
effectiveness: self-awareness, stress
management, successful teamwork
• personal finance awareness:
personal budgets, effective
borrowing and saving
• research and presenting
information: effective study skills
• employability: CV building,
interview skills
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Highers: English, Sociology, Psychology
and Environmental Science
You can study a selection of Highers Sociology wildlife habitats. Gain an
with us. Sociology provides an in-depth understanding of scientific principles,
study of the distinct features of the economic influences and political
We currently offer 4 Highers that are sociological approach to understanding action. Develop your resourcefulness,
available in any of our college centres and explaining human social creative thinking and learn how to
and are delivered through a behaviour. It establishes the major analyse and solve problems.
combination of video conference theoretical principles upon which Study: Living Environment; Earth’s
seminars and online study via the sociology rests and develops a Resources and Sustainability.
University of the Highlands and Islands knowledge and understanding of the
Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), way in which evidence is produced Higher Photography is also
supported by your tutors. when sociological research is being available as a face to face taught class.
carried out. See page 62.
Highers start in September and finish
with a final external exam in Study: Human Society; Culture and Cost £270* per Higher
May/June. They are part time: one Identity and Social Issues. As part time courses, a bursary is not
evening per week. available. Funding may be available
Environmental Science towards the cost, contact your local
English Environmental scientists are involved college centre.
A key qualification for entry into in tackling issues such as global
higher education. You will study a climate change, pollution, use of land * cost can change.
wide variety of non-fiction and fiction and water resources and changes in
texts, developing the key skills of
understanding, analysing and
evaluating. You will explore texts
such as; poetry, short stories, drama,
journalism, advertisements, and
multimedia presentations. You will
also have the opportunity to produce
your own discursive and
creative writing.
Psychology
Psychology covers Individual Behaviour;
Research and Social Behaviour.
Assessment will involve describing
relevant knowledge and, equally
importantly, analysing and evaluating
this knowledge in terms of its scientific
content, practical applications,
ethical considerations.
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ESOL: English for Speakers of Other Languages
If you have moved to live in Scotland, • transactional contexts (unit 2) Entry requirements
perhaps English is not your first which covers how to make You should have some previous
language. ESOL courses have been purchases; enquiries; bookings; knowledge of English at a basic
designed for you if you want and need understand instructions; get level and be familiar with the
to develop your use of English in information and make complaints. Roman alphabet. If you are
personal and social situations. It will unsure of your level, please call
help to develop the skills of speaking, • work and study related contexts your nearest college learning
listening, reading and writing English (unit 3) will teach you how to centre to find out more and we
for personal, social and communicate well in the workplace can arrange for you to discuss the
employment purposes. or gain the skills you need to course with the tutor.
continue study in English.
Start date and venue
You will work in a group with other It is recommended that you start with Courses currently run in Portree,
similar students which means you get everyday communication (unit 1) as Fort William and Gairloch. Please
to share your experiences, make this will develop speech, reading and ask your local college centre for
friends and benefit from a supportive writing on a wide range of topics more information.
learning environment. before focusing on the more complex
and specific vocabulary of the other Part time for 18 weeks with up to
You will be looking at short, pieces of units. When you finish you can 36 hours of learning which will
writing, writing your own short texts progress to the same unit at a higher depend on your current level
and talking to others in your group on level, or to a different unit at the same of skill.
topics of immediate personal and level to extend your skills.
general interest. How do I apply and pay?
What qualification will I get and Contact your nearest college
There are three different units to what can I do next? centre for more information.
choose from: By the end of the course you will have
correctly completed a series of short
• everyday communication practical assessments for which you
(unit 1) which focuses on topics will receive a certificate. You can
such as: personal information; the continue studying ESOL at a higher
family; accommodation; free level, go into employment with your
time and leisure; media and new skills or you could consider one of
expressing opinions. our many full time college courses.
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The University of the Highlands and Islands offers both single and joint Honours degrees
within the Humanities and Social Sciences faculty. A list of joint options are shown in this
table. The pages that follow have brief information about the single Honours from which
the joint Honours are created.
For full information: www.uhi.ac.uk
BA (Hons) History BA (Hons) Social Science
BA (Hons) History and Politics BA (Hons) Criminology and Theology
BA (Hons) History and Archaeology BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology
BA (Hons) History and Literature BA (Hons) Politics and Archaeology
BA (Hons) History and Criminology BA (Hons) Politics and Criminology
BA (Hons) History and Theology BA (Hons) Politics and Theology
BA (Hons) History and Sociology BA (Hons) Sociology and Politics
BA (Hons) Sociology and Theology
BA (Hons) Scottish History
BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage
BA (Hons) Scottish History and Archaeology
BA (Hons) Scottish History and Literature BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and Archaeology
BA (Hons) Scottish History and Politics BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and Scottish History
BA (Hons) Scottish History with Gaelic Studies BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage with Gaelic Studies
BA (Hons) Scottish History and Theology BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and Criminology
BA (Hons) Scottish History and Criminology BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and History
BA (Hons) Scottish History and Sociology BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and Literature
BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and Politics
BA (Hons) Literature BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and Sociology
BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage and Theology
BA (Hons) Literature and Criminology
BA (Hons) Literature and Sociology BA (Hons) Archaeology
BA (Hons) Literature and Theology
BA (Hons) Literature and Politics BA (Hons) Archaeology with Gaelic Studies
BA (Hons) Archaeology and Criminology
BA (Hons) Archaeology and Sociology
BA (Hons) Archaeology and Theology
BA (Hons) Archaeology and Literature
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BA (Hons) Archaeology UCAS codeV400
With world-renowned archaeological and the Atlantic region, as well as Entry requirements
heritage sites such as Skara Brae, practical skills in archaeology through Highers: BBC
Maeshowe, the Camster Cairns and hands on experience. A Levels: BC
Mousa Broch, what better place could With 2 being from relevant
there be to study archaeology than in You will receive research-led teaching academic subjects. For full
the Highlands and Islands of Scotland? from lecturers engaged in world-class information, please check
BA (Hons) Archaeology is closely linked research. UHI website.
to the distinctive cultural heritage of
the region, but also places that Full time or part time: you will learn Career/Progression
heritage within a much broader through a combination of video • archaeological contract units
global context. conference lectures and tutorials, and • consultancy
online study via the university’s virtual • archives and museums
The degree will provide you with a learning environment (VLE), with • government agencies and local
detailed understanding of the practice support from your lecturers.
of archaeology within Britain, Europe authorities
• media and politics
• tourism and heritage
management
• teaching
• a wide range of study at
Masters level with UHI
BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage UCAS codeV900
The BA (Hons) Culture and Heritage You can choose your own topics to Entry requirements
has at its heart the cultural identity of research for your third year Highers: BBC
the Highlands and Islands of Scotland interdisciplinary project and fourth A Levels: BC
and the communities that live there. year dissertation, bringing together With 2 being from relevant
The degree explores key cultural, the multi-disciplinary teaching and academic subjects. For full
literary, linguistic, historical, musical learning you will experience information, please check
and philosophical issues at a national throughout your studies. UHI website.
and regional level.
Full time or part time: you will learn Career/Progression
The degree is aimed at students with a through a combination of video • teaching
variety of academic backgrounds who conference lectures and tutorials, and • journalism and the media
will take this unique opportunity to online study via the university's virtual • tourism
immerse themselves in the wealth of learning environment (VLE), with • museums and archives
varied and fascinating culture and support from your lecturers. • research
heritage issues associated with the • further studies at Masters level
area and an understanding of their
place in a global context. with UHI
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BA (Hons) Gaelic Scotland UCAS code Q538
Entry requirements Are you interested in the Gaelic with Gaelic language modules suitable
Highers: BBC language and culture? This degree will for all levels of ability.
A Levels: BC enable you to develop an
With 2 being from relevant understanding of current Gaelic issues As well as the language strands, you
academic subjects. For full and acquire skills for employment in a will study elements of Gaelic history
information, please check range of relevant sectors. and literature, and examine issues
UHI website. related to the development of the
There is no requirement for Gaelic Gaelic language and culture.
Career/Progression language skills on entry; the course
• tourism caters for and will strengthen all levels Full time or part time: you will learn
• community development of linguistic capability. You will have through a combination of video
• teaching the opportunity to learn the language conference lectures and tutorials, and
• research or develop your language skills online study via the university's virtual
• further study at Masters level depending on your starting point. learning environment (VLE), with
The Gaelic Scotland degree is about all support from your lecturers.
with UHI aspects of Gaelic, taught in English,
BA (Hons) History UCAS codeV210
Entry requirements Exploring history from the medieval to The impact of our research on the
Highers: BBC the modern period, this degree allows broader economy and society was
A Levels: BC you to investigate the cultural, ranked joint 8th, higher than Oxford,
With 2 being from relevant political, social and economic history Cambridge and Edinburgh. We are also
academic subjects. For full of Britain, Europe, North America and the highest ranked new History
information, please check the wider world. department in the UK.
UHI website.
In the first and second years, you will Full time or part time: you will learn
Career/Progression follow a traditional broad approach to through a combination of video
• teaching the study of history from the medieval conference lectures and tutorials, and
• archiving to the modern period. In years three online study via the university’s virtual
• research and four, you will examine in-depth learning environment (VLE), with
• museums and libraries sector particular topics of history, allowing support from your lecturers.
• media and journalism you to study specific places, periods
• further study at Masters level and themes which reflect staff
research specialisms.
with UHI
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BA (Hons) History and Politics UCAS codeV21P
BA (Hons) Scottish History and Politics UCAS codeV22P
These joint Honours degrees in Both degrees examine links to Europe Entry requirements
History/Scottish History and Politics and the wider world and cover area Highers: BBC
offer you the chance to study two and regional studies, global and A Levels: BC
distinct but complementary subjects. comparative issues and research skills With 2 being from relevant
Use your understanding of the past to and methodology. academic subjects. For full
enlighten your political engagement information, please check
with the present. Full time or part time: you will learn UHI website.
through a combination of video
As you progress through the course, conference lectures and tutorials, and Career/Progression
you will choose from a combination of online study via the university's virtual • teaching
modules, equally balanced between learning environment (VLE), with • research
history/Scottish history and politics. support from your lecturers. • media and politics
• museums and libraries
• local and national government
• further study at Masters level
with UHI
BA (Hons) Literature UCAS code Q320
Explore literature in a global context, traditional content, and you are able to Entry requirements
looking in depth at language and combine your studies with other Highers: BBC
literary history within texts and on the disciplines. You will also study A Levels: BC
international literary stage. language, translation and the With 2 being from relevant
Our modules cover a wide range of interrelation of Scots, Gaelic, English academic subjects. For full
authors, in English and translation, as and other languages in Scotland. information, please check
well as theory from classic to UHI website.
contemporary. With a solid foundation Full time or part time: you will learn
in genres and periods in years 1 and 2, through a combination of video Career/Progression
and research-based modules in years 3 conference lectures and tutorials, and • teaching and education
and 4, our graduates are confident and online study via the university's virtual • writing/publishing
enthusiastic writers, researchers learning environment (VLE), with • museum and archives
and readers. support from your lecturers. • media/creative arts
• heritage sector
We teach a range of advanced • marketing and PR
specialist modules alongside more • a choice of MLitts through UHI
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BA (Hons) Philosophy, Politics and Economics UCAS codeVL52
Entry requirements This multidisciplinary degree is aimed Philosophy: learn to think logically and
Highers: BBC at developing the leaders of the future. coherently; to construct compelling
A Levels: BC It offers the unique opportunity to arguments; and enhance your ability
With 2 being from relevant study the three most influential to analyse assumptions and
academic subjects. For full realities affecting people’s lives. theories critically.
information, please check
UHI website. Economics: You will examine how Full time or part time: you will learn
economic agents and markets behave through a combination of video
Career/Progression and interact, and are influenced by conference lectures and tutorials, and
• economics variants such as inflation, economic online study via the university's virtual
• business growth, unemployment and monetary learning environment (VLE), with
• public services: local and fiscal policy. support from your lecturers.
government, civil and Politics: How do politics shape our
diplomatic services lives? Examine various forms of
• teaching governance from clans upwards to
• further study at Masters level modern local governments,
with UHI institutions, sovereign states and
finally to international level.
BA (Hons) Scottish History UCAS codeV212
Entry requirements If you are interested in the history of The impact of our research on the
Highers: BBC the Highlands and Islands and of broader economy and society was
A Levels: BC Scotland as a whole, then this degree ranked joint 8th, higher than Oxford,
With 2 being from relevant will enable you to investigate the Cambridge and Edinburgh. We are also
academic subjects. For full cultural, political, social and economic the highest ranked new History
information, please check links between Scotland and the department in the UK.
UHI website. northern European and northern
Atlantic regions. Full time or part time: You will learn
Career/Progression through a combination of video
• teaching In the first and second years, you will conference lectures and tutorials, and
• archivist follow a traditional broad approach to online study via the university’s virtual
• research the study of history from the medieval learning environment (VLE), with
• museums and libraries sector to the modern period. In years three support from your lecturers.
• media and journalism and four you will examine in depths
• further study at Masters level particular topics of Scottish history
allowing you to study the history of
with UHI the nation and of the Highlands and
Islands in detail.
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BA (Hons) Social Sciences UCAS code L300
Are you curious about how society necessary to carry out independent Entry requirements
works and how and why people research for your future career, Highers: BBC
interact with one another in the way including your dissertation in the A Levels: BC
they do? In this degree you will study fourth year. With 2 being from relevant
society, its people and institutions, academic subjects. For full
which will give you an insight into the Full time or part time: you will learn information, please check
everyday life of our communities through a combination of video UHI website.
and workplaces. conference lectures and tutorials, and
online study via the university's virtual Career/Progression
You will focus on sociology, politics learning environment (VLE), with • further study in social sciences
and psychology and develop support from your lecturers. • careers in teacher
transferable skills in problem solving,
group working and communication training/social work-
which are highly valued by employers. related employment
There is strong emphasis on research • further study at Masters level
methods which will give you the skills with UHI
BA (Hons) Sociology and Criminology UCAS code L30C
This degree will give you a solid The degree also draws on other Entry requirements
grounding in both disciplines with an subjects such as history, research Highers: BBC
emphasis on the value of empirical methods, social policy and socio-legal A Levels: BC
and theoretical approaches. Explore studies and research methods. With 2 being from relevant
the changing nature of the social academic subjects. For full
world and of crime and investigate the Full time or part time: you will learn information, please check
social, political, historical and through a combination of video UHI website.
individual forces behind such changes. conference lectures and tutorials, and
online study via the university's virtual Career/Progression
The context for both subjects is learning environment (VLE), with • teaching
contemporary Highlands and Islands support from your lecturers. • social work
and British communities, as well as • community work
international perspectives, looking at • social policy and management
their similarities and differences. • policing
• further study at Masters level
with UHI
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BA (Hons) Sociology and Politics UCAS code L30P
Entry requirements If you are interested in society and Full time or part time: you will learn
Highers: BBC politics and how they are inter-related, through a combination of video
A Levels: BC this degree gives you the opportunity conference lectures and tutorials, and
With 2 being from relevant to study a range of relevant subjects to online study via the university's virtual
academic subjects. For full increase your knowledge and learning environment (VLE), with
information, please check understanding of people, politics support from your lecturers.
UHI website. and society.
Career/Progression You will study a range of themes,
• teaching and research methods and subjects, investigating
• television/media/marketing important social and political issues
• social policy in national and such as poverty, crime, terror,
ideologies and freedom.
local government
• marketing
BA (Hons) Theological Studies UCAS codeV600
Entry requirements This degree is led by Highland A work placement will enable you to
Highers: CCC Theological College UHI, a non- relate your acquired theoretical
A Levels: CC denominational college recognised by knowledge to real life situations.
For information about alternative the Church of Scotland, the Associated Visiting speakers will give you a flavour
entry routes, please check the Presbyterian Churches, the United Free of the different areas of service that
UHI website. Church of Scotland and other may be of interest for future
denominations as a training provider. employment or volunteering.
Career/Progression
• churches You will achieve a broad knowledge Full time or part time: you will learn
• chaplaincy and understanding of the main through a combination of face-to-face
• mission agencies disciplines of Christian theology, and and video conference tutorials and
• colleges and seminaries the personal and professional lectures, and online study via the
• research capabilities required for a variety of university's virtual learning
ministries or alternative employment. environment (VLE), with support from
your lecturers. There are twice yearly
You will read a wide range of theology conference days.
across all main traditions and have
access to special collections in
Highland Theological College UHI's
impressive library.
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Start your learning adventure with our
Certificate In Outdoor Adventure (NC Sport and Fitness) 92
Certificate In Outdoor Leadership 93
BA (Hons) Adventure Tourism Management 99
BA (Hons) Adventure Performance and Coaching 101
BA (Hons) Adventure Education 103
BA (Hons) Marine and Coastal Tourism 105
National Governing Body Awards 109
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The School of Adventure Studies, based in Fort William, is dedicated to
outdoor and adventure related study at West Highland College UHI.
Our courses cover a wide range of our courses are designed to be relevant academic research together
study at different levels, inspiring and and dynamic, taught by subject with teaching.
developing students’knowledge and experts with a focus on employability
experience from Skills for Work skills and cutting edge knowledge. Our staff and students make up a vibrant
qualifications in local High Schools, The Centre for Recreation and Tourism community of outdoor enthusiasts
one year college certificates through to Research works closely alongside the giving many opportunities to take your
full degrees and beyond. Our close links School of Adventure Studies giving professional and personal skills and
with the outdoor sector mean that all exciting research links and bringing goals to a new level.
West Highland College UHI is accredited by several major outdoor and environmental organisations.
West Highland College UHI is recognised and approved
by MCA and RYA to deliver marine training courses
West Highland College UHI is registered
with The Adventure Activities Licensing
Authority as licensed to provide specified
activities under the following headings:
kayaking, open canoeing, rock climbing,
ice climbing, abseiling, hill walking and
mountaineering, off road cycling, ski touring
gorge scrambling and camping.
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Dan moved from his hometown in Stafford to study Adventure Tourism
Management with the School of Adventure Studies at West Highland
College UHI. Dan did online research and discovered that the course was
based in Fort William– the outdoor capital of the UK.
“It didn’t disappoint! Fort William is to get to know all the students dabble in a bit of everything. By getting
the perfect base, bar none, for anyone individually. Within the topic of to know all of the students, the
wanting to study anything to do with adventure tourism everyone has their lecturers really make an effort to tailor
outdoor activities, adventure tourism preferences and some people are and contextualise the modules to suit
and adventure sports. The lecturers are paddlers, some are mountain bikers, their adventure tourism preferences
brilliant as they really make an effort some are climbers and most people and interests”.
When he graduated in 2014, Dan become the Business Development Officer in a team trying to create a new climbing
wall in the centre of Fort William.
The 3 Wise Monkeys Climbing Centre had a highly successful launch in spring of 2016 and Dan is now the Business
Development Manager.
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Certificate in Outdoor Adventure (NC Sport and Fitness)
Entry requirements This course is aimed at improving your you the experience required to begin
Applicants should have at least 3 personal competence in a range of climbing the National Governing Body
Standard Grades at credit/general outdoor adventure activities based in a qualification ladders, as well as a
level or 3 National 4s or above or world class location. It will help you to foundation for further academic study.
equivalent combination of both; gain essential practical experience and
a passion for the outdoors accelerate your learning in challenging Areas covered:
(mountain and water environments. You will receive tuition • anatomy and physiology
environments); a good level of from highly skilled and active • fitness and exercise
fitness and the ability to swim at adventure-sector practitioners who • nutrition
least 50 metres. 50 % of the will guide you on your way in • health and wellbeing
course is practical. If you do not developing sound skills and experience • paddle-sports and team work
meet our academic entry in mountainous, river and sea • mountain sports and leadership
requirements, your previous environments. It will prepare you well • conservation and volunteering
experience may still qualify you for a career in the outdoors by giving • mountain biking
for entry to this course. Students • core skills numeracy, ICT and
must be 16 years of age by the
start of the course. Mature communication
students will be considered on
merit. All candidates will attend What qualifications will I get and
an interview. what can I do next?
NC Sport and Fitness SCQF level 5 if you
Start date and venue achieve the required units.
September: Broadford, Skye Alternatively you will get a Certificate
Full-time: 3 days a week for in Outdoor Adventure.
34 weeks with some You will also have the opportunity to
independent study obtain awards including:
• UKCC Level 1 Coach (canoeing
How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15 and kayaking)
• First Aid
Some essential equipment is • John Muir Discovery Award
required. If you are eligible for a • National Indoor Climbing Wall
bursary, this cost will be covered. If
you are not, then contact student Achievement Scheme
services for more information. • BCU 2 Star Paddle Sport Award
• Foundation Safety & Rescue Training
(BCU FSRT)
• Go Mountain Bike Award
• NNAS Bronze and Silver Award
You could consider applying for our
Certificate in Outdoor Leadership
in Fort William or a similar
course elsewhere.
You could also go straight into
employment with your
practical qualifications.
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Certificate in Outdoor Leadership
Do you love the challenge of outdoor • British Cycling: level 1/2 Training Entry requirements
adventure activities and want to make Mountain Bike Leadership Award You should have at least 3
it a career? This course is based in a Standard Grades at credit level or
college that is home to the fastest • Climbing Wall Award (CWA) Training above or 3 National 5s or be able
growing School of Adventure Studies • environmental awards to demonstrate competence in
in the UK. Combine theoretical (SQA • customer care and guide training the relevant outdoor disciplines
units) with practical elements • outdoor specific first aid qualification equal to those gained in the
(National Governing Body Awards) to Certificate in Outdoor Adventure
achieve a qualification that will launch Entry to awards is subject to (SCQF level 5). You will be
you onto a career path in the outdoor obtaining the required performance required to complete an 8 week
adventure sector. standard and log book days. work placement. You must be 18
years of age by 1st April in your
There is a work experience placement On successful completion of this year of study in order to take up
from April to early June (8 weeks) with course, you may be eligible for an industry work placement
opportunities to gain a placement any of our four degrees or other which is a core part of the course.
with major adventure companies, related course. You could also consider
including the possibility of an a career as an outdoor activities Mature students will be
international placement with instructor or adventure guide. considered on merit. You will
UK organisations. attend an interview.
Areas for study include: Start date and venue
• adventure sport performance and September Fort William Full-
time: 4 days a week Sept- April,
coaching followed by work experience.
• personal fitness and exercise Some independent study
• leadership
• personal development Some essential equipment is
• industry experience required. If you are eligible for a
• research skills bursary, this cost will be covered. If
• work experience you are not, then contact student
• core skills numeracy, ICT and services for more information.
communication How do I apply and pay?
See pages 12-15
What qualifications will I get and
what can I do next? www.whc.uhi.ac.uk
Certificate in Outdoor Leadership (the
majority of SQA units in this course are
at SCQF level 6).
• British Canoe Union (BCU) UKCC:
level 1/2 training coach (canoeing
and kayaking)
• BCU: Star Awards in Personal
Performance (canoeing, white water
and sea kayak)*
• BCU: Foundation Safety and Rescue
Training/ White Water Safety
and Rescue
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Adventure theory to adventure practice –
the vocational link in our degree teaching
At the School of Adventure Studies we any stated pre-requisite experience for
have built a strong reputation on a selected courses.
simple philosophy: that to understand
adventure, you need to experience We have the UK’s greatest natural area
adventure, and to be a skillful on our doorstep, and the team of
employee and employer of the future, lecturers and associate staff comprise
you need to practice the skills and some of the UK’s most experienced and
develop as a practitioner as well as qualified professionals in the field –
developing the critical thinking you can expect to get the best possible
abilities of a graduate. Here, we offer training and assessment while you are
you just that opportunity. here, giving you the ideal boost to
your career.
All four degree programmes offer
students a host of practical learning must experience (such as summer and
opportunities in a wide range of winter mountain skills and avalanche
disciplines and activities at all safety). You will also get the freedom
levels of ability. to choose some short courses to suit
your own needs.
We base it on a“credit”system of short
courses, where some elements are Practical activities available include
mandatory and some are free for work on personal skills training,
students to select and book onto. developing specialist skills and
Mandatory elements may either be expertise, coaching and leadership
closely tied to the module teaching training and practice and certificated
and assessment, or be core skills that National Governing Body awards and
we feel all graduates of our courses qualifications. Students need to meet
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Choose your Adventure…
Adventure is at the heart of The School career opportunities that the adventure Management, Adventure Performance
of Adventure Studies – we are sector offers. Whatever your specialist and Coaching and Adventure Education.
passionate about the outdoors, and interests, all our students will share
about understanding the professional the same common skills and knowledge Each programme has its own identity
pathways towards a career in the most and be adaptable to whatever direction and focus but there are also important
rewarding and dynamic sector in the their future career will take them. similarities: common ground, skills
UK. Whatever your specialism or and knowledge that all adventure
professional interest, we are set up to Marine and Coastal Tourism professionals must hold in order to
give you the skills and knowledge you Marine and Coastal Tourism takes an operate. This common ground is what
need, and to inspire a lifetime’s career in-depth and specialised direction in we call the Adventure Pathways Core
in the outdoors. its own right, focussed on the and it is built into each of the three
important and global phenomenon of adventure degrees.
So, what is adventure? its title. It contains some elements in
When we use the word adventure, common with the adventure theme This is also what makes your pathway
we’re usually talking about and transfer is possible as with the more flexible: we have made transfer
adventurous activities in the natural other degrees. easy between them. If you are not sure
outdoor environment. However, which direction is for you, we can help.
adventure is more than just this, it is a Adventure Tourism Management | If you begin by thinking that
way of engaging with life, and it can Adventure Performance and Adventure Tourism Management is for
only be seen relative to the individual. Coaching | Adventure Education you but discover a passion for
It should give you a fresh sense of These programmes represent three Adventure Education, that’s ok, there
perspective, novelty and awe, but it related but very distinctive roles that are options to change course.
should also demand something from an adventure professional might
you, and the outcomes may be follow, and they will each give you an Which one is right for me?
uncertain. It’s ok for an adventurous edge in whichever pathway you choose. Here is an analogy. You are in an
experience to create some apprehension: outdoor retailer choosing new walking
it is up to the adventurous spirit to Adventure Pathways Scheme boots. How should you choose the
develop the skills and experience to The Adventure Pathways Scheme is a right pair? The most important thing
learn how and when to take that step. unique way to study adventure. you should look for is not the colour, or
The scheme is built on a framework even the brand – but the fit for the
Adventures are about human endeavour of shared modules in its three purpose. If the boots fit well, you will
in nature, so we must always be aware programmes – Adventure Tourism love them. And keep on wearing them
of the importance of respect, for years. If you choose a degree subject
companionship, ethical and sustainable that fits your passions, you will love it
practice to ensure we protect the and stick with it.
values that are most important to us.
Adventure is also a journey of the self Even through all the hard work of
and a state of mind. If you are open to getting your degree, we want you to
experience, then no matter how often have an amazing time here at the
you have travelled a certain path there School of Adventure Studies, and take
is always something new to discover. away an Honours degree to be proud
of, as well as many essential skills to
Why four different degree use for the rest of your life, many great
programmes? memories and many lifelong friendships.
Our suite of degree programmes is a
unique expression of the breadth of Time to start your journey…
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About our Degrees
Entry requirements Advanced entry and Start date and venue
3 Scottish Highers at grade C or articulation September Fort William
above or 2 A levels at grade C or Entry routes to join the In all four degrees there is a blend
above. You are also recommended programmes at year 2 or year 3 of face-to-face lectures and
to hold a minimum of Standard are possible from other higher tutorials in the classroom, with
Grade/Nat 5/GCSE English and education institutes some teaching by video conference
Mathematics and be able to and programmes, such as from other University of the
demonstrate your commitment to Foundation degrees, or HNC/ HND Highlands and Islands campuses
outdoor activities. Applicants with courses. For this, applicants must and online learning. There is also
significant experience in outdoor demonstrate equivalent prior extensive practical learning.
activities will be considered learning with sufficient credit in
providing they can demonstrate the appropriate subject area; this Full-time: 42 hours a week for up
sufficient academic potential. You is accomplished by an application to 4 years. Classroom contact time
may be required to attend for Recognition of Prior is normally 9 hours a week and
an interview. Learning (RPL). this can be face to face lectures,
video conference and online
learning. The other hours are
practical sessions and
independent study.
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For information about application possible specialist directions that • adult education
and funding, see pages you may pursue. • management and business
Additional Costs BA (Hons) Adventure Tourism development training
There will be additional costs both Management • countryside ranger and
on entry and during your course. • start and build your own
These could include professional environmental interpretation
body memberships, personal adventure tourism business • post-graduate study, including
clothing and equipment, extra- • work in events organisation
curricular courses and expeditions • work in NGOs and NGBs, such post-graduate teaching
and field trips abroad. Full qualifications
information available in course as SportsScotland, Snowsport
induction information section of Scotland, Mountaineering BA (Hons) Marine and
the School of Adventures Studies Council of Scotland, Scottish Coastal Tourism
section of the college website. Canoe Association • set up your own marine and
• countryside ranger and
Career Options environmental interpretation coastal tourism business
Whichever degree you graduate • post graduate study with the • work in marinas
in, you will have acquired a University of the Highlands • marine wildlife tourism
valuable array of academic and Islands • get involved in the planning
knowledge and practical skills
that will be transferable to many BA (Hons) Adventure and development of the sector
aspects of the UK or international Performance and Coaching at government, tourist board
adventure sector. • adventure sport or council level
• post graduate study with the
You may foster a career in any one performance coach University of the Highlands
of a range of exciting areas, and • applied sport scientist or and Island
you will probably find yourself
grow and change as the years performance analyst
pass. Become involved in: • strength and conditioning
guiding; coaching and instructing
in adventurous activities; coach
international expeditions; • sports development officer and
adventure tourism; marine wildlife
tourism; adventure education. talent identification
• post-graduate study and
That’s why the core“Adventure”
theme is so important, as well as research in areas such as sport
your core graduate skills. psychology, physiology,
coaching, biomechanics or
The specific pathway you take will performance analysis
be vital in shaping your own
chosen career. Here are some BA (Hons) Adventure
Education
• work in outdoor centres;
schools; educational
expedition operators;
adventure therapy; criminal
justice rehabilitation
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We ask the Experts
Adele Pennington
Adele Pennington is a Jagged Globe and more recently for my What are the highlights of your
mountaineering instructor, own company Adele Pennington work, and what motivates you?
expedition leader, operations Mountaineering. The highlights of my career have
manager and organiser of been to organise and lead successful
expeditions around the world. What skills do you think are most expeditions that run like clockwork.
valuable in your role? My motivation comes from happy
Which adventure activities are you When planning expeditions you must returning clients and a good variety
involved in, and how did you get do detailed research and pay attention and balance in my work.
to where you are now? to detail, from having a reasonable
Climbing and mountaineering are my objective, to costings, to answering What do you think the future
focus. Initially I pursued a career in client enquiries. Furthermore it is holds for adventure tourism?
biochemistry and teaching. Both of essential to have safety at the forefront Adventure tourism is a growing
which allowed me to acquire skills in of any expedition. business and within it there are a
analytical detail, education and variety of roles. These roles can be
teaching. I went through the Summer What do you personally hold as from practitioner leading the
and Winter Mountain Leader scheme core principles in your work in adventure to administrator
in my 20’s, followed by the Single Pitch adventure tourism? organising the event. Professionalism
Award and Mountaineering Instructors My clients must have a safe expedition is so important in whatever aspect
Award and had an active outdoor and the trip should exceed their or role is taken on.
programme as a teacher. expectations. Each participant’s needs
must be met and they must What has been the most useful
I decided to leave teaching and start to understand what the expedition part of your education?
lead expeditions in order to be entails and are appropriately trained. The ability to communicate verbally
young enough to fulfil my own Value for money is important but not with clients and take an interest in
mountaineering ambitions and lead at the expense of safety or client care. their needs. The ability to use an
trips such as an Everest expedition. excel spreadsheet and to persevere
I also became operations manager for with administrative tasks that are
not straight forward!
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BA (Hons) Adventure Tourism Management UCAS code N870
Adventure tourism is the fastest Year 1 – Cert HE Adventure Studies You will also choose two option
growing area of the tourism industry Adventure Pathways Core Modules: modules from a range. For example:
and has taken the adventure sector by • Introduction to Professional
storm in recent decades. Customers • International Expedition Leadership
expect great service and a safe Adventure Practice • Climate Change
experience that will satisfy their • Adventure Geography: • Developing Entrepreneurial
dreams of adventure and adventure
travel: you will learn the skills and The Scottish Perspective Effectiveness
knowledge to deliver this. Despite its • Introduction to Sports Coaching • Sustainable Tourism and
growth, adventure tourism is still a
young industry and our graduates are and Leadership The Environment
rapidly becoming part of the story that • Work Placement: Industry
is shaping this dynamic sector. You will also choose three option
modules from a range. For example: Specific Skills
The BA (Hons) Adventure Tourism • Introduction to Adventure Tourism
Management focuses on tourism • Adventure Markets: Products Year 4 – BA (Hons) Adventure
and business practices within the Tourism Management
adventure sector, applied in the and Services Core modules:
context of essential practical • Adventure Education Journeys • Critical Perspectives of Adventure
professional skills for leadership • Activity Performance and • Emergent Tourism Trends
and safety. • Inclusive Adventure
Skill Acquisition • Perceptions of Risk and
You will cover outdoor skills practice,
safety and leadership, tourism, Year 2 – Dip HE Adventure Decision Making
research, business and entrepreneurship Tourism Management Students will also choose a
– all underpinned by a growing and Core modules: double credit project or
deepening understanding of the • Understanding Adventure research-based module:
meaning of 'adventure'. • Contemporary Issues in • Dissertation OR
• Professional Adventure Project
Each module is worth 20 Management
credits. A full year of study is equal to • Event Planning and Organisation (Major Expedition Venture or Legacy
120 credits or six modules in total. • Adventure Operations and Project) OR
• Research and Plan a New
This programme is part of the Risk Management Business Venture
Adventure Pathways Scheme. You will also choose two option
The scheme is built on a common modules from a range. For example:
framework of modules that it shares • Applied Coaching and Leadership
with its three partner programmes: • Work Placement: Team Working and
Adventure Tourism Management,
Adventure Performance and Coaching Communication
and Adventure Education. No matter • Nature and Learning
which of the three programmes you • Contemporary Marketing
choose, in year 1 you will have access
to the same range of option modules Year 3 – BA Adventure
as the other two. Tourism Management
Core modules:
• Management of Adventure Tourism
• Planning International Expeditions
• Research Skills
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100 SCHOOL OF ADVENTURE STUDIES
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Dave MacLeod
Dave MacLeod is a world- behavioural habits causing them to research has developed nutritional
renowned performer and author deviate from the principles of training. strategies for all sorts of adventure
in rock and ice climbing; sports I am interested in the interface sports applications.
science; sports medicine and between scientific data and the way
adventure film making. humans make use of it. This interface What are the highlights of your work,
is where opportunities for performance and what motivates you?
Which adventure activities are breakthroughs are created or lost. My own self coaching is the highlight
you involved in, and how did you and most motivating aspect of my
get to where you are now? What education have you had in work. It’s always easiest to experiment
I climb at a high level in bouldering, coaching or sports science with new ideas on yourself! Also
sport climbing, rock climbing, ice related areas? writing two books and reading
climbing and alpinism and have I have a degree in Physiology & Sports people’s stories on my blog.
climbed hundreds of new routes Science and a Masters in Exercise
around the world. I’ve written two Science. It’s critical to follow new What do you think the future holds
books on climbing performance and I research, so I read a huge amount. for adventure sports coaching?
am a blogger. I’ve also worked in the Using new knowledge, I have smashed The development of adventure sports
mountains as a filmmaker. my personal bests in climbing. I also and the culture of performance within
coach climbers: there is no substitute them blow my mind. The benefits
What do adventure performance for observing their movement, habits adventure sports bring to wellbeing
and adventure coaching mean and characteristics. and public health are recognised and
to you? there will be more resources for study
I’m pretty obsessed with every aspect Where do you find the ideas of and research into performance and
of training and performance. My first coaching and sports science improved facilities. Adventure sports
book 9 out of 10 climbers make the being useful to your need leaders with expertise and there
same mistakes, is essentially a professional practice? are great rewards for people with the
behavioural science book. I There isn’t an area where sports imagination and rigour to take on
investigated what held amateur science understanding is not critical for that role.
athletes back and found that it was practice. For example, the latest
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