Campus Tours

Lerwick and Scalloway Campus Tours

Explore our Lerwick and Scalloway campuses with guided tours designed to help you become familiar with your surroundings before starting your studies.

Our Lerwick and Scalloway Campus Tours provide an opportunity to explore our learning environments, facilities, and student spaces before classes begin. Taking a tour can help reduce the uncertainty that often comes with starting somewhere new, allowing you to become familiar with the campus layout, key locations, and support services at your own pace.

For students who may experience anxiety, feel nervous about change, or simply want to feel more prepared, a campus tour can build confidence and create a sense of familiarity before the start of term, making the transition into student life smoother and more comfortable.

Lerwick Campus Tour

Take a virtual tour of our Lerwick Campus and discover the facilities, learning spaces, and student areas that make up one of UHI Shetland's main study locations. This tour gives you the opportunity to explore the campus before you arrive, helping you become familiar with the environment where you'll learn, socialise, and access support throughout your studies.

As you move through the campus, you'll get a closer look at classrooms, study spaces, communal areas, and key student facilities, giving you a better understanding of what to expect when you begin your course. Exploring the campus in advance can help you feel more prepared and confident, particularly if you are new to higher or further education, relocating to Shetland, or simply feeling nervous about starting somewhere new.

Scalloway Campus Tour

Take a virtual tour of our Scalloway Campus and explore the key buildings and facilities that support student life and learning. This tour includes Port Arthur House, the John Goodlad Centre, and the main campus building, giving you an insight into the spaces where you may study, attend events, access support services, and connect with fellow students.

By viewing the campus before you arrive, you can become familiar with the layout, entrances, communal areas, and learning environments at your own pace. This can be particularly helpful if you are new to the area, returning to education, or feeling anxious about starting somewhere new. Knowing what to expect and recognising key locations in advance can help build confidence, reduce uncertainty, and make your first days on campus feel more comfortable and welcoming. Whether you are preparing for your first semester or simply want to learn more about the campus, this tour is a great way to get acquainted with Scalloway before your studies begin.