UHI NWH Fort William

22/07/2026

Your career goals don’t have to wait. Study Education and Early Years around work and family life 📚

Meet Kaleigh Standen, who completed her BA Childhood Practice part-time and online while living in Fort William and continuing to work full time.

💬 “I loved the idea of being able to complete the course all online from home, it meant I could work full time and stay at my home address with my family.”

Kaleigh valued the support from staff and the connections she built with fellow students throughout her studies.

💬 “The lecturers were approachable, easy to talk to, made the course enjoyable and relatable.”

Her advice to anyone thinking about starting their studies?

💬 “Go for it – and good luck! You’ll be so proud of yourself when you reach your goal. The support is fantastic, and that’s key for getting you through it.”

Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore our Education and Early Years courses starting this September: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/study/subjects/education-and-early-years/

21/07/2026

Interested in game art, animation or digital creativity? 💻👾

Discover the world of game art and animation at our free online taster session with course lecturer Lewis Sturrock.

You’ll get to:
➕ Explore the artwork and animation behind modern games
➕ Try your hand at creating a simple 2D animation
➕ Find out how you can turn your creativity into a career in games, animation or digital art

Join us online and experience what it’s like to study our new NQ Game Art and Animation course, launching in September 2026.

📅 Wednesday 19 August | 6pm-8pm

Book your place today: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/events/game-art-and-animation--online-taster-session.html

Interested in creating artwork and animation for games? Join us for an online taster evening with course lecturer Lewis Sturrock and discover what it's like to study NQ Game Art and Animation (SCQF Level 6) at UHI North, West and Hebrides.

20/07/2026

Looking for work, training or a new opportunity? 📢

Our Employability Support Service offers free support to help you take your next step.

We can help with:

➕ Funding for vocational training and qualifications
➕ Self-employment support
➕ Paid placements, work experience and volunteering
➕ CV writing and updates
➕ Job applications
➕ Interview preparation and confidence building

Drop in and chat with the team every Wednesday from 9.30am–12.30pm, or book an appointment at a time that suits you.

More info: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/business/employability/

08/07/2026

Save the date for your 2026 Graduation ceremony 🎓

We’re looking forward to celebrating the achievements and hard work of our students later this year. Mark your calendars and join us for this special milestone:

Caol Community Centre
Friday 27 November 2026

📩 Eligible students – keep an eye on your emails for registration details.

More information and updates can be found on our graduation webpage: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/graduation/

07/07/2026

Great to see our Countryside Skills Ranger Training course featured in The Herald as part of the success story of the relaunched John Muir Award 🌿

The article features Ellie Moore from the Nevis Landscape Partnership, who supports our students as they gain practical conservation skills, develop a deeper understanding of Scotland’s landscapes and communities, and complete the John Muir Award alongside their college and SQA units.

📰 Read the full story: https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/26226807.relaunch-john-muir-award-wild-success-story-scotland/

Nearly 5,000 Scots have contributed 214,000 hours towards wild places since the successful return of the prestigious John Muir Award

06/07/2026

Ready to take the next step towards employment? 📃

Our Employability Support Service can help you access employment opportunities, paid placements and training designed to help you move closer to your career goals.

We can also help you:
➕ Create or update your CV
➕ Complete job applications
➕ Prepare for interviews
➕ Access training and funding opportunities
➕ Gain experience through volunteering and placements

Drop in and chat with the team every Wednesday from 9.30am–12.30pm, or book an appointment at a time that suits you.

More info: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/business/employability/

30/06/2026

Congratulations to our Students of the Year for 2025–26! 🌟

These awards celebrate students who have gone above and beyond, demonstrating outstanding commitment, resilience and achievement throughout their studies.

🏆 Sean McGuire has been named our Further Education Student of the Year after achieving 100% attendance, gaining every qualification on his Outdoor Leadership course and showing exceptional leadership and support for his peers.

🏆 Angel Okoro has been named our Higher Education Student of the Year for her academic excellence, leadership and inspiring work tackling food poverty and environmental issues in her community while studying online.

Congratulations to Sean, Angel and all of this year's nominees and award winners.

📰 Read the full story: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/news/uhi-north-west-and-hebrides-celebrates-its-students-of-the-year-for-2025-26.html

UHI North, West and Hebrides has announced its Higher and Further Education Students of the Year for 2025-26, celebrating outstanding and inspiring students from across its campuses and online learning community.

29/06/2026

Looking for support to help you move into work or training?💡

Whether you're starting your career, returning to work or considering a new direction, our Employability Support Service is here to help.

We offer support with:

➕ Interview skills and confidence building
➕ CV writing and updates
➕ Job applications
➕ Work experience and volunteering
➕ Training and funding opportunities
➕ Career planning and progression

Drop in and chat with the team every Wednesday from 9.30am–12.30pm, or book an appointment at a time that suits you.

More info: https://www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/business/employability/