Meet our students
Grace Thorpe
Grace Thorpe (17) from Golspie High School studies NPA Acting and Performance at UHI Inverness.
Grace said: “Although I live in Golspie, Inverness is a place I know really well, and I plan on moving here. I enjoy acting and this course offers a lot of skills which will help me. The people here are all really kind and I look forward to seeing them on Fridays.
“I really enjoy the style of teaching on the course. I always feels comfortable to speak up if I have any issues. I’d like to have a career in acting and I enjoyed performing at our open day. This course will directly help me learn skills I’ll need in the industry. Future students shouldn’t be afraid to put themselves out there – when performing or meeting people. It’s a nice environment and a very friendly and mature place.”
Leah Baarda, Professional Cookery
Leah Baarda (17), a sixth-year pupil at Fortrose Academy, is studying Professional Cookery at UHI Inverness every Friday.
Leah said: “I wanted to learn to cook and opted for this course to gain experience and now I have applied for the full-time professional cookery course after I leave school. I enjoy making new friends and the free food! The lecturers are very helpful and friendly – our chef is amazing and very funny.”