Highland Heritage for Tourism CertHE

What is special about this course?

Embark on a uniquely enriching journey as you delve into the heart of the Highlands, exploring its rich heritage and captivating tourism landscape. Our CertHE Highland Heritage for Tourism course not only immerses you in the cultural tapestry of this iconic region but also imparts invaluable real-life skills and tour guiding expertise. 

While tour guide training is a significant component, the emphasis extends to cultivating skills that are transferable across a spectrum of roles, including leadership, adaptability, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, all of which are indispensable within the hospitality, cultural, heritage, and tourism sectors. Gain a good understanding of Scotland's historical roots, its current socio-cultural landscape, and the trends shaping its future in the tourism industry and, through examination of the evolution of Scotland's heritage, develop a holistic perspective that will enhance your ability to contribute meaningfully to the sector. 

Glean insights directly from industry experts who bring their wealth of experience to the forefront of your learning experience. This isn't just a programme: it's a transformative exploration where you not only discover the essence of the Highlands but also acquire tangible, transferable skills that elevate your understanding of heritage and tourism, setting you on a path towards professional excellence. Uncover the secrets of the Highlands with us, where every lesson is a step towards a remarkable future in the world of tourism and heritage.

Special features

• Learn from expert academic, tourism, heritage and tour guiding sector trainers
• Access extensive virtual resources
• Make valuable links within the sectors across the Highlands
• Learn transferrable skills useful across a range of industries

Entry requirements

• 3 Scottish Highers at grades BBC or above OR
• 2 A levels at grades BC or above
• At least two of the above should be from the list of relevant academic subjects
• Applicants without standard entry qualifications, but with appropriate experience or demonstrable interest, may be considered for the course on an individual basis

Year 1 - CertHE

You will study the following core modules:

• Och aye the noo: introduction to Highlands and Islands tourism
• Scotland the brand
• Step into the Highlands

Fees

For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

This includes

• EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status in the UK,
• EEA/Swiss nationals with settled status in the UK
• EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.

Rest of UK students

For students normally domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man) and with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

Fees are payable in advance each academic year unless otherwise agreed.

There are a number of funding options available to UK and EU students to help you pay for your studies and your cost of living while studying (see the Funding section opposite).

International students

For students who do not normally reside in the UK, including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply:

This includes EEA/Swiss nationals with pre-settled status who are not self-employed or migrant workers in the UK.

Part-time study is not open to international student requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study in the UK.

Funding

External scholarships and financial support may be available. Contact the relevant UHI partner college for more information.