Institute for Northern Studies
We are internationally renowned for our innovative undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and research programmes in Culture and Heritage, Highlands and Islands Literature, Scottish Heritage, Viking Studies and Island Studies.
INS led the 91Ƶ Area Studies submission to REF 2021 which came 1st in Scotland overall and 1st equal in the UK for research impact.

Study with us starting January or September
- HE Cert Highland Heritage for Tourism
- BA (Hons) Culture & Heritage,
- MLitt Highlands & Islands Literature,
- MLitt Island Studies,
- MLitt Scottish Heritage,
- MLitt Early Modern European Studies
- MLitt Viking Studies .
Contact us to find out how to apply.
Phone: 01856569300
Email: ins@uhi.ac.uk
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INS Viking and Early Medieval Studies Summer Course 2025 a Great Success
INS Viking and Early Medieval Studies Summer Course 2025 a Great Success
INS Research Student Discusses Innovative Approach to Assessment at Conference
INS Research Student Discusses Innovative Approach to Assessment at Conference
New Book Series Launched - Viking & Early Medieval Europe
New Book Series Launched - Viking & Early Medieval Europe

How to contact us
Get in touch with us if you want to discuss applying for courses, if you are thinking about research or consulting us on a project.
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INS led the 91Ƶ Area Studies submission to REF 2021 which came 1st in Scotland overall and 1st equal in the UK for research impact.
REF Results 2021