Community Link SCQF Level 4

Calendar iconStudy mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.

Mortar board iconCourse type: SCQF Level 4

Pen iconStart in: August

Computer and book iconLearning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre.

Clock iconDuration: Part time: 1 year

Book and tick iconHow: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.

What is special about this course?

Based at UHI Inverness, this programme is designed for people recovering from mental health difficulties and related challenges who are looking to rebuild confidence, develop practical life skills, and prepare for future learning, training, or employment opportunities.

Delivered in a supportive and collaborative environment, the course helps learners strengthen their self-belief, enhance everyday skills, and explore pathways for personal and professional progression.

For adult learners, the programme provides a welcoming route back into education and the wider learning community, supporting positive steps towards achieving individual goals.

The course is delivered on Monday and Tuesday afternoons, 12pm - 3pm.

Application form and informal interview.

Mondays: Life Skills Level 4

  • Communication
  • Keyboard skills
  • ICT
  • Numeracy in real-life contexts

Tuesdays: Create Me Project

  • Learners work on group and/or individual projects in meaningful, real-life contexts.

Both sessions include study advisor support and learning assistance.

How will I study my course?

  • Part Time
  • All classes are delivered on campus at UHI Inverness.
  • Students may return for further study the following year(s) if agreed with their tutor.

How long will my course last?

1 Year

Delivered at SCQF level 4.

Delivered on Monday and Tuesday afternoons, 12pm-3pm.

    • Beechwood Campus

Start date

August

Fees

For the latest information on fees please see our fees policy.

Equipment

Please feel free to contact Rosie Newman from our Supported Education team to find out more about the units and to discuss your needs and expectations prior to your application.

  • rosie.newman.ic@uhi.ac.uk

What can I do on completion of my course?

Students are supported in their progression routes to other units on the Community Link programme, further study at UHI Inverness, volunteering or into employment.

“Thanks to this course, I am going on to study full time at UHI Inverness” - Community Link student.

“I have really enjoyed this year, it has inspired me in so many ways and I feel much more confident” - Community Link student.

Apply for Community Link SCQF Level 4

I want to start in 2026/27

We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Inverness. UHI Inverness operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.