University of the Highlands and Islands: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2114 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #728 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #118 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #15 of 18 | In Scotland |
| #1118 of 2,994 | For Healthcare Management (MHA) |
| Top50% | For 20 other topics |
Quick Review
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- www.uhi.ac.uk
- Languages
- English;Scottish Gaelic
- Acceptance rate
- 86%*
* The University of the Highlands and Islands is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Research profile
University of the Highlands and Islands has published 2,474 scientific papers with 49,043 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Biology, Medicine, Geography and Cartography, Engineering, Political Science, Geology, Ecology, and Sociology.
University of the Highlands and Islands majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 |
| 1996 | 4 | 1 |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 | 0 | 1 |
| 1999 | 0 | 3 |
| 2000 | 7 | 9 |
| 2001 | 12 | 9 |
| 2002 | 21 | 44 |
| 2003 | 16 | 56 |
| 2004 | 16 | 76 |
| 2005 | 6 | 168 |
| 2006 | 16 | 166 |
| 2007 | 15 | 193 |
| 2008 | 18 | 242 |
| 2009 | 14 | 304 |
| 2010 | 17 | 316 |
| 2011 | 49 | 412 |
| 2012 | 79 | 515 |
| 2013 | 99 | 604 |
| 2014 | 87 | 885 |
| 2015 | 110 | 1048 |
| 2016 | 142 | 1245 |
| 2017 | 137 | 1578 |
| 2018 | 222 | 2114 |
| 2019 | 204 | 2823 |
| 2020 | 246 | 4135 |
| 2021 | 263 | 5814 |
| 2022 | 228 | 6540 |
| 2023 | 198 | 6927 |
| 2024 | 150 | 7197 |
| 2025 | 110 | 6736 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of the Highlands and Islands gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Annual Tuition Cost | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (Scottish/EU) | £1,820 | GBP |
| Undergraduate (Non-EU) | £11,800 | GBP |
| Postgraduate (Scottish/EU) | £2,030 - £6,540 | GBP |
| Postgraduate (Non-EU) | £12,400 - £15,500 | GBP |
The University of the Highlands and Islands has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of the Highlands and Islands.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Business | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | TBD |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | TBD |
Notable alumni
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Julie Fowlis
- Occupations
- singermusiciansinger-songwriter
- Biography
-
Julie Fowlis FRSE is a Scottish folk singer and multi-instrumentalist who sings primarily in Scottish Gaelic.
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Tom Kitchin
- Occupations
- chef
- Biography
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Thomas William Kitchin is a Scottish chef and owner of The Kitchin, where he became Scotland's youngest winner of a Michelin star.
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Joe FitzPatrick
- Occupations
- politiciancouncil member
- Biography
-
Joseph Martin FitzPatrick is a Scottish politician who most recently served as Minister for Local Government Empowerment and Planning from March 2023 to May 2024. A member of the Scottish National Party (SNP), he has been the Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for Dundee City West since the 2007. Prior to his most recent Ministerial appointment, he was Convener of the Scottish Parliament's Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee. He served as Minister for Public Health, Sport and Wellbeing from 2018 to until his resignation in 2020. He also served as Minister for Parliamentary Business from 2012 to 2018.
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Abi Harrison
- Occupations
- association football player
- Biography
-
Abigail Harrison is a Scottish footballer who plays as a forward for Glasgow City and the Scotland national team. She started her career at Celtic, and has also played for Hibernian and Bristol City.
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Greg Lobban
- Occupations
- squash player
- Biography
-
Greg Lobban is a professional squash player who represented Scotland. He reached a career high ranking of 16 in the world during May 2024. He joined the Professional Squash Association in 2012.
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Calum Maclean
- Born in
-
United Kingdom - Occupations
- television presenterfilmmaker
- Biography
-
Calum Maclean is a TV presenter, fluent in both Scottish Gaelic and English. He is a film-maker, outdoor broadcaster and outdoor swimmer.
University of the Highlands and Islands faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Arts, Humanities and Business | Accountancy, Archaeology, Arts and Humanities, Business Administration, Celtic Languages and Studies, Computer Science, Cultural Studies, History, Information Technology, Leisure Studies, Literature, Management, Music, Regional Studies, Social Sciences, Tourism |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Science, Health and Engineering | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Architecture, Biology, Chemistry, Child Care and Development, Civil Engineering, Computer Graphics, Construction Engineering, Ecology, Education, Energy Engineering, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Health Sciences, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mathematics, Wildlife |
| School : Management | Management, Marketing |
General information
| Alternative names | UHI Oilthigh na Gàidhealtachd agus nan Eilean |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2011 |
| Motto | Foghlam aig ìre Oilthigh air a' Ghàidhealtachd is anns na h-Eileanan University-level study in the Highlands and Islands |
| Colors | purple, white |
Location and contacts
| Address | Executive Office 12b Ness Walk Inverness, IV3 5SQ United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 47,000 |