Orkney College UHI courses serve the local community, from young people still at school to those wishing to study at degree and postgraduate level. It is an academic partner of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI).
There are three campuses: Main campus and the Institute for Northern Studies, both at Kirkwall, and Stromness Maritime campus.
Courses and subjects
There are courses at various levels, including NC, SVQ, HNC, HND, degrees and postgraduate awards.
Courses are taught through a number of subject areas: Agriculture; Archaeology; Art and Design; Business; Computer Science; Construction; Cultural Studies; Health, Social Care, Hairdressing and Education; Hospitality; Institute for Northern Studies; and Maritime Studies.
Facilities and services
The main campus has a cafeteria and library facilities. Support and guidance for issues such as finance and health is available to all students at any campus.
Both Kirkwall and Stromness have a range of amenities and within the community there are clubs and societies for a wide range of interests.
Specialisms
The college is involved at the forefront of research in agronomy, archaeology and Northern studies.
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Courtesy of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)