DipHE Gaelic Media at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

The DipHE Gaelic Media is a two-year full-time programme at Sabhal Mòr Ostaig on the Isle of Skye, delivered with the Scottish broadcast and media industry. It prepares students for direct entry to the Gaelic media workplace. Year 2 consists of a ten-month industry placement with media companies and broadcasters, supported by MG ALBA.

Duration: Full time: 2 years | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules are communication skills for media, technical skills, editing, television research and production skills, radio production and journalism, with a week of work-based learning with a BBC Outside Broadcast Unit at the Royal National Mòd. Year 2 modules are effective team working, enhancing interpersonal skills, professional practice and skills for employment, alongside the placement.

Career pathways

Careers in the media industry such as television and radio.

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Application information

Entry requirements

3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, preferably including Gàidhlig (fluent speakers) or Gaelic (learners) at B or above; or 2 A levels at grade BC or above. Applicants with other qualifications or experience are considered individually. Applicants must show commitment to working in the industry and a level of spoken and written Gàidhlig fluency, assessed at interview. Those without the required fluency may enter after the An Cùrsa Comais CertHE. Deferred entry is not accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,285 a year (2026/27). Students normally domiciled in Scotland; full-time, 120 credits per year Source

International applicants: GBP 9,460 a year (2026/27). Full-time per year; the course is not open to international students requiring a Student Route Visa Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full time: 2 years

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