The competition showcases the skills of plumbing apprentices from colleges and training centres across Scotland. Up to 36 participants competed in either the copper pipework competition or the lead work competition with four hours to complete a practical task that demonstrates their knowledge, technique and skill. Their completed work was assessed and marked by a panel of technical experts.
We understand that moving away from home to study can be a daunting experience so helping you to find somewhere to live where you will feel comfortable and happy is important to us. Our guest blogger this month is Kirsty Provan from Perth College UHI’s HomeStay Department. Kirsty will be sharing some advice and tips on the best ways to secure your private student accommodation.
We are on a student-led residential and the students have chosen to grace the beautiful island of Islay. This is the culmination of the ‘Residential Outdoor Education’ module which has included link ups with Oman, Czech Republic and the USA - with invited guest speakers from the private, public and third sectors.
Designed to support the global Aviation industry, Perth College UHI, in partnership with Air Service Training (AST) has introduced a unique new course. The BSc (Hons) Aircraft Maintenance Engineering and Management degree is the only one of its kind in Scotland.
We caught up with Perth College UHI Business Lecturer, Caroline McCall, to find out how her FA Business Skills students got on when learning outside of the classroom!
NQ Outdoor Activities and Leadership student, Emily Bayne, gives an insight into a typical day whilst studying at Perth College UHI.
Want to know more about our lecturers? This month we caught up with Ricky Neil from our Automotive Engineering department where he tells us a little bit about himself and things you would be surprised to know about him!
Ian McCartney – Careers, Course and Progression Adviser at Perth College UHI – shares his advice on how to write a useful and professional CV.
Nicole Chatila was one of the lucky students to be awarded a two-week Sport and Fitness scholarship at Gleneagles Hotel. We caught up with Nicole to find out a bit more about her, and to see how she got on during her placement.
As exam season is underway, take a look at the 10 best study spots on campus to find your perfect distraction-free place.
Stressing over exams? Feel like you’re disappearing under a pile of essays? With exam time fast approaching, we recognise that it’s a stressful time and you might be experiencing worry and anxiety.
With the first UHI Stage Night fast approaching, we caught up with the organiser – Perth College UHI HNC Sound Production student, Andrew Sinclair - who shares his enthusiasm for the event.
Perth College UHI Contemporary Art Practise course has really opened my mind and allowed me to explore many techniques and do things I didn’t know possible, plus I have met some really nice people on the course. …and the lecturers are pretty cool too.
Over time, our understanding of what we’re trying to achieve by implementing cybersecurity has evolved. Essentially, what people really want is to reduce their cyber risk. That is, reduce the chances that there are negative consequences to using technology in the form of identity theft and financial fraud, and reduce potential intrusions into our privacy.
We spent a marvellous four days soaking up the art and culture of Amsterdam. Canals, canvas and clogs, and lots to inspire and reflect upon.
I was a bit apprehensive about returning to education, but it's been really easy to get back into the way of it, and I think that must be partly due to the lecturers and the style of teaching.
There are so many ways to incorporate physical activity into daily routines. Simply moving more and sitting less is the best and most achievable place to start.
This month we caught up with the Automotive Engineering team, to find out more about the current student projects. These projects, and the facilities available at Perth College UHI, allow students to gain hands on experience that is invaluable when they enter the workforce.
As it’s International Women’s day, we thought we’d showcase some inspiring women who shared their experiences of studying Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) subjects at Perth College UHI.
Our Foundation Apprenticeship Coordinator Kevin Lamont, explains what a Foundation Apprenticeship is - and gives us the inside scoop of what his job entails.
