BSc (Hons) Integrative Healthcare at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

The only degree of its kind in Scotland, developed with the healthcare sector to reflect changing requirements. It builds in-depth knowledge of complementary therapies, research and healthcare, with emphasis on social policy, ethics, law, politics, physiology and sociology. Years three and four are fully online with a two-day induction in each year and two virtual residentials each year.

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years; Part time modular: 12-24 weeks | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules include Massage therapy, Professional practice, Clinical sports massage, Anatomy and physiology of the human body, Contemporary aromatherapy 1 and Foot reflexology. Year 2 includes Pathological processes of the human body, Mental health and counselling skills, Clinical reflexology, Contemporary aromatherapy 2 and Remedial massage and sports therapy. Year 3 core modules include Comparative therapeutic practice, Concepts of nutrition within therapeutic interventions and Research skills for integrative healthcare.

Career pathways

Healthcare sector, supportive (allied) care, private practice, multidisciplinary practice, education, teaching, postgraduate study (progression to MA Health and Wellbeing).

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade C or above, or 2 A levels at grade C or above; Biology, Chemistry or English preferred but not essential. Alternatively Access to Integrative Healthcare and Therapies (SCQF level 5/6), NC Wellness Therapies, SVQ 3 Beauty Therapy, Beauty and Aesthetic Therapies, City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma Complementary Therapies, Essential Massage Skills, or other appropriate SCQF level 5/6 qualifications. An interview may be required. Mature applicants without the formal qualifications are considered individually. Advanced entry to year two with HNC Complementary Therapies, Soft Tissue Therapy or Beauty Therapy; to year three with HND Complementary Therapies, Beauty Therapy or Sports Therapy. International applicants (online from overseas or on campus): IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with no element below 5.5, or an approved equivalent test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/27). Scotland-domiciled students with a Scottish term-time address; full-time per year (6 x 20 credit modules) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,970 a year (2026/27). Full-time per year (120 credits) Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full time: 4 years; Part time: 8 years; Part time modular: 12-24 weeks

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