Today at LCC UHI

Rachel Erskine, Programme Leader for the MA in Health and Wellbeing and Postgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Quality Improvement at the Lews Castle College UHI in Stornoway, was named Best Personal Academic Tutor/Learning Support by the University of the Highlands and Islands Students' Association (HISA) last week.

For Hector Malcolm from South Lochs, studying at Lews Castle College UHI led him to Scandinavia – specifically the Swedish University of Agricultural Science in Alnarp, Sweden. Hector has been in Alnarp since January, continuing his BA (Hons) Sustainable Development degree through ERASMUS, the EU’s student exchange programme. Here, Hector, shares his thoughts on studying both locally and internationally, and what drew him to learn about Sustainable Development in the first place.

Lews Castle College is looking for Gaelic learners who would like to take part in a mentoring programme, which would allow them the opportunity to speak Gaelic in an informal environment.

This programme gives the learners the opportunity to practice and use the language in a comfortable environment.

The learners would be meeting with a Gaelic mentor for around an hour each week and chatting informally with their mentor.

At the moment, Lews Castle College only has capacity to put 10 Gaelic learners through this programme. The learners should be at an intermediate/advanced level, being able to converse with their mentor.

Due to the current situation with Corona virus, we are unsure when this programme will begin.

If you are interested in taking part in the programme, or if you have any questions, you can contact the following email:

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Murdo Maclean

Health, Social and
Child Studies Level 6

TMurdo has a long-held interest of working in the Care Sector with children and young people. After being furloughed from the Scottish Hydro, at the beginning of Lockdown, he was then made redundant. He felt this was his opportunity to pursue a change in career into youth work.

“No-one else is going to do it for you.
You are your own universe; you just have to get on and do it”

Rachel Frieslick

NC Mechanical Engineering

Rachel Frieslick worked as a local baker but decided that she would fulfil her dream of becoming an engineer by joining the NC Mechanical Engineering course at Lews Castle College UHI. Having had no previous experience in engineering, Rachel commenced the course in Sept 2020 whilst continuing her work at the bakery.

"The NC Mechanical Engineering course was a fantastic step to get back into education, after 6 years out. The course provided a great insight into the engineering industry and gave me the confidence to successfully secure an OPITO Mechanical Engineering apprenticeship with Wood PLC. I would highly recommend this course to anyone interested in this industry."

Morgan Macleod

BSc Computing

I chose to study computing because I had a genuine interest in the subject and have been using various forms of technology from a very young age. I was also aware of the vast career opportunities in the sector. I believe that a qualification in Computing is one of the most sought-after qualifications you can possess today. With new advances in technology every year there will be even more opportunities for Computing graduates..

"I would advise studying Computing because every subject you do is completely different which keeps the course exciting. I found it really fulfilling watching my skills develop over the years while studying at UHI. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

I was able to use a variety of hardware and software. The lecturers made each module interesting and engaging.”