Pre-start workshops and drop-ins
Our pre-start workshops are designed to help you feel ready for starting your studies, whether you've just finished school or are returning to education after a break.
The workshops are 45-minutes and are either online or face-to-face in the Bothy on campus. Please book by emailing thebothy.ic@uhi.ac.uk
Summer club
Summer club
The summer club is for new and continuing students who would benefit from enhanced transitional support, including students from vulnerable groups such as neurodivergent, disabled and care-experienced. Through this fun and friendly social opportunity, we aim to offer some structure, routine and regular contact with our wellbeing staff, in order to reduce feelings of anxiety and isolation prior to participants commencing their college course.
The drop-in club will run every Thursday (12pm to 2pm) throughout the summer within The Bothy, our student support venue on campus. Every week, it will provide structured wellbeing activities, gaming, arts and crafts and a social opportunity for up to 20 students.
- July 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
- August 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
The aims for the club are:
- To help foster a sense of community amongst participants
- To help foster a sense of belonging to the college campus
- To provide structure to participants over the summer holiday break when normal routine is lost
- To upskill participants with mental wellbeing self-management skills
- To direct participants into additional support services when identified
- To signpost participants to community support and social opportunities within the local area
There's no need to book, just come along to our main UHI Inverness campus and ask for The Bothy at reception.
For more information or any queries please email wellbeing.ic@uhi.ac.uk
Funding appointments
Funding appointments
Funding drop-in sessions will be held at the Student Support Centre on:
- Wednesday 17 August, 10am to 12pm
- Thursday 18 August, 2pm to 4pm
- Friday 19 August, 2pm to 4pm
You can also book an appointment with our funding team if you need help with funding.
These will take place on:
- Wednesday 24 August
- Thursday 25 August
- Friday 26 August
- Wednesday 31 August
- Thursday 1 September
- Friday 2 September
Appointments should be booked in advance, here.
Our Student Support Team can also help with funding enquiries.
Mentally preparing to study
Mentally preparing to study
This 45-minute workshop will introduce you to different tools and techniques that you can use to look after yourself, stay mentally healthy during your studies, and help you make the most of your time as a student. Choose one from the following dates:
- Wednesday 10th August, 3pm, online
- Thursday 11th August, 3pm, The Bothy on campus
- Wednesday 17th August, 3pm, online
- Thursday 18th August, 3pm, The Bothy on campus
Managing your time
Managing your time
Feeling rusty after the summer holidays? Returning to education? Whether you are straight out of school or returning to the classroom after a break, this 45-minute workshop is packed with useful, must-know tips and tricks to kick start your learning journey. From advice about how to study in a way that works best for you, to tips on how to manage your time effectively, this workshop is sure to have you feeling prepared and motivated. Choose one from the following dates:
- Monday 8th August, 2pm, online
- Thursday 18th August, 11am, The Bothy on campus
Note taking
Note taking
Unsure of how to take notes during classes? Or the best way to use them when preparing for assignments and exams? This 45-minute workshop is packed full of hints and tips on effective note taking. From information about different types of note taking, to finding the style that works best for you, this workshop will set you up with the skills required to take effective notes during your studies. Choose one from the following dates:
- Tuesday 9th August, 11am, online
- Wednesday 17th August, 2pm, The Bothy on campus
Planning academic writing
Planning academic writing
Wondering how to tackle your first assignment? This 45-minute workshop on planning academic writing is full of hints and tips on how to get started. From advice on how to unpack an assignment question, to guidance on creating a clear plan, this workshop will prepare you for getting your assignments underway. Choose one from the following dates:
- Wednesday 10th August, 2pm, online
- Monday 15th August, 11am, The Bothy on campus
Writing academically
Writing academically
Does the thought of writing academically fill you with dread? Perhaps you want to know how to write an introduction and conclusion, or how to use academic language in an assignment? If so, this 45-minute workshop is packed full of tips and tricks to help you tackle academic writing with confidence. Choose one from the following dates:
- Thursday 11th August, 11am, online
- Tuesday 16th August, 2pm, The Bothy on campus
Basic I.T. skills
Basic I.T. skills
Never used a computer? Feeling worried about using IT? Perhaps you would you like to know how to send an email, or create and save a word document? If so, this 45-minute workshop will equip you with basic IT skills useful for your course. Choose one from the following dates:
- Monday 15th August, 2pm, The Bothy on campus
- Tuesday 16th August, 11am, The Bothy on campus