Institute for Northern Studies
The Institute for Northern Studies is a hub for world-class research and teaching on all aspects of the culture, heritage, and history of the Highlands and Islands, including their wider connections across the world.
Study with us Starting January or September
Undergraduate Courses
Postgraduate Courses
- MLitt Highlands & Islands Literature,
- MLitt Island Studies,
- MLitt Scottish Heritage,
- MLitt Early Modern European Studies
- MLitt Viking Studies
- PhD and MRes Opportunities
Access & CPD Courses
- Displaying the Past: Museum Studies (SCQF level 8) CPD Award
- History of Orkney in 100 Sites Evening Course
- Scotland's Music (SCQF level 7) CPD Award
- Summer Courses
Contact us to find out how to apply.
Phone: 01856569300
Email: ins@uhi.ac.uk
Featured Course - Cert HE Highland Heritage for Tourism
- Start an exciting new journey this September! Enrol in our HE Cert in Highland Heritage for Tourism course and explore the rich world of Scottish Highland heritage.
- Whether you’re already involved in the museum, tourism, or heritage sectors or looking to break in, this course is designed just for you.
- With a flexible online format, you can learn from anywhere with internet access.
News
New Islands Matter Seminar Confirmed in October 2026
New Islands Matter Seminar Confirmed in October 2026
Online Access and CPD Courses at UHI Institute for Northern Studies
Online Access and CPD Courses at UHI Institute for Northern Studies
UHI Institute for Northern Studies PhD Candidate Highlights Nature-Based Tourism Research at UArctic Congress 2026
UHI Institute for Northern Studies PhD Candidate Highlights Nature-Based Tourism Research at UArctic Congress 2026
UHI Institute for Northern Studies Welcomes New Scholars: Advancing Research in Island Studies
UHI Institute for Northern Studies Welcomes New Scholars: Advancing Research in Island Studies
How to contact us
Get in touch with us if you want to discuss applying for courses, if you are thinking about research or consulting us on a project.
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INS led the UHI Area Studies submission to REF 2021 which came 1st in Scotland overall and 1st equal in the UK for research impact.
REF Results 2021