UHI Millennium Institute is one of the United Kingdom's most exciting higher education institutes. Through our partnership of 15 colleges and research institutions we offer high-quality academic and vocational courses in a region known world-wide for its great natural beauty and unspoilt environment - the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.

We warmly welcome applicants from all over the world to our already diverse student community - we know that you will find living and studying in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland a unique experience. Whatever your background we can offer you a rich and varied cultural and social environment in which to grow and learn.

Our campuses and colleges are linked by a high-speed electronic network and many of our tutors use sophisticated communication technologies in their courses. Choosing to study at UHI offers you all the educational advantages of a large modern institution with the safety and personal attention only a small college can give.

The unique nature of each of the UHI academic partners and the areas they are located in mean that your experience of student life will be quite different depending which campus you choose to study at.

However, each academic partner offers the same proven high standard of teaching complemented by the best quality technology and learning resources. Again, depending on the course you choose, teaching methods will vary but you can expect a balanced combination of large and small group teaching with well-equipped practical classes where relevant. You will be encouraged to contribute to classes and to pursue your own learning outside the classroom, on your own or with your fellow students. Student feedback on courses is always welcomed.

Life outside the classroom

Each year thousands of visitors from all over the world come to visit the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. They gain a glimpse of this unique and exciting area, but studying at UHI will give you the opportunity to really discover all that the area has to offer and to benefit from the excellent quality of life here.

The people and communities throughout the region are welcoming and lively. In addition to social events, sports and facilities available through the academic partners and the students’ association you will find a range of groups and activities available in the local communities in close proximity to each campus. Getting involved in the community will offer you an even better opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and languages, perhaps complementing your course and without a doubt enriching your experience.

Close to some of the larger colleges in Inverness, Perth and Elgin you can enjoy excellent leisure amenities including a wide variety of shops, cafes, restaurants, bars, nightclubs, theatres, cinemas and sports facilities.

These modern services are all available in pleasant and relaxed towns and cities, only minutes from the beautiful surroundings of the Highlands and Islands, Perthshire and Moray. All of our campuses are well placed for you to take advantage of the range of outdoor activities available and to enjoy the rich culture, heritage and social life which make the Highlands and Islands such a stimulating place to live.