UHI Centre for Rural Health Sciences

03/09/2026

We're delighted to be welcoming new students to the Centre for Rural Health Sciences in Stornoway and Inverness, over the next few weeks! 👋

For our Inverness students, make sure to pop along to the Inverness Welcome Week Fayre happening at UHI Inverness on Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 September, 10am to 2pm! ⬇

Starting a new academic year? The Highlands and Islands Students' Association, Welcome Week Fayre, is a great chance to find out what’s happening on campus, meet new people and get involved.

📆 8 & 9 September | 10am–2pm
📍 UHI Inverness campus

Explore stalls, discover clubs and societies, and connect with community groups.

Come along and see what’s on offer!

21/08/2026

Coming to Scotland to study with UHI? ➕If you’re an international student under 25 and starting your first university course, you may be eligible for the MenB vaccine.

If you’re eligible, aim to receive both doses at least two weeks before starting your course. If that’s not possible before you travel, you can receive one or both doses after you arrive in Scotland.

➕ Find out if you’re eligible: nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople-eligibility

19/08/2026

MenB vaccine: remember, one dose isn’t enough ➕If you’re eligible for the MenB vaccine, you’ll need two doses for protection. Your second dose must be given at least 28 days after your first, with protection developing around two weeks later.

➕ Find out more: nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople

17/08/2026

Join a supportive community in a safe and friendly place to learn.

Even before you apply, our expert and approachable staff are on hand to help you understand the support we can offer: uhi.ac.uk/support


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Thigibh an cuideachd coimhearsnachd thaiceil ann an àite sàbhailte is càirdeil airson ionnsachadh.

Fiù 's mus cuir sibh a-steach tagradh, tha ar luchd-obrach sàr-eòlach is furanach ri làimh gus ur cuideachadh le bhith a' tuigsinn na taice as urrainn dhuinn tabhann: uhi.ac.uk/support

14/08/2026

Today marked the last day on campus for our nursing students based at UHI House in Inverness and in Stornoway. 💙

Students and staff came together to celebrate the end of term, reflect on their time studying with us, and look ahead to their next chapter.

As part of the celebrations, students wrote a letter to the incoming first-year nursing students who will arrive on campus in September. This letter shares advice, tips and words of encouragement about what to expect as they begin their nursing journey.

We also welcomed Sharon Mowatt to UHI House, who is a practicing nurse at Raigmore Hospital. She shared top tips for new nurses, which included:

➕ Don’t forget your pen and be organised with lists
➕ Don’t be afraid to ask for help – you’re all one big team on your ward
➕ There’s no such thing as a silly question

A lovely way to mark the end of one chapter. We look forward to seeing all our nursing students in their gowns for their graduation on Friday 13 November 2026, at Eden Court Theatre and Cinema. 🎓

10/08/2026

Are you eligible for the MenB vaccine? ➕The vaccine is being offered to some older teenagers and new students under 25 who are at higher risk of exposure to meningococcal group B bacteria.

If you’re eligible, it’s important to take up the offer before starting your new semester at university or college.

➕ Check if you’re eligible: nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople

13/07/2026

Clearing 2026 is now open! Find your place for this September!

Clearing is a way of applying for a university or college course if:

➕You are not holding any offers
➕You didn't meet the conditions of your offer
➕You are applying after Tuesday 30 June

For any questions, contact our Clearing helpline: 01463 279190.

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Thinking of applying to study with us through ? Or perhaps...

10/07/2026

Are you a current student and struggling to meet the cost of living? There are still some limited discretionary funds available that can help.

The Discretionary (Hardship) Funds are there to assist students whose access to, or continuation in, education may be inhibited by financial considerations, or where students for whatever reasons - including physical or other disability - face financial difficulties. Apply by Friday 31 July 2026.

➕ Find out if you’re eligible: https://bit.ly/4u1FyQD

08/07/2026

We're delighted to share that not only has Michael Binnie been awarded the UHI Centre for Rural Health Sciences Student of the Year 2026, but he has also received the Overall UHI Student of the Year award! Well done, Michael! 👏

Students from across the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) partnership have been recognised for their exceptional achievements through this year’s UHI Student of the Year Awards.

08/07/2026

Interested in a career in health and wellbeing? ➕ Whether you're passionate about nursing, optometry or integrative healthcare, we offer a range of courses to help you take the next step.

Did you know we're one of only two Scottish universities to offer optometry? Gain practical, hands-on experience through placements in a variety of settings throughout every year of your degree, helping you build the skills and confidence for a rewarding career.

Hear from Rev. Fr. Peter Ezekoka, a BSc (Hons) Optometry student based at the UHI Centre for Rural Health Sciences, as he shares his experience of studying with us.

➕ Start your journey in health and wellbeing today. There's still time to apply through Clearing: uhi.ac.uk/studyhealth