. "I came to college to study for an SNC in Forestry, and continued on to pass an HND in Arboriculture and Urban Forestry. By taking advantage of the flexible learning programme I was able to do additional units, which allowed me to go on to gain a BSc in Forestry and Conservation. The decision to go back to full-time education was not an easy one for me, as I am severely dyslexic. But with the understanding and help of the well-trained staff at Inverness College I was able to show my full potential. I even managed to pick up a couple of awards on the way." HUGH WILSON

. Entrance Requirements Guideline requirements for each course are listed below. Mature students with other experience rather than formal qualifications are very welcome to apply. We operate an open access policy that takes account of technical abilities, work experience and life skills. Certificate Courses No formal qualification are required though a cluster of Standard Grades at grade 3 or above would assist your progression onto the HN courses. Higher National Certificate Courses 1 or 2 Higher Grades at C or above, or successful completion of the Forestry/Conservation Skills Certificate programme, or a minimum of 1 year’s pre-course experience in a woodland environment. Higher National Diploma Courses 2 Highers at grade C or above, one preferably in English, or successful completion of Higher National Certificate in Forestry/Arboriculture & Urban Forestry, or successful completion of an equivalent programme. BSc Sustainable Forest Management (with Forest Conservation or with Arboriculture and Urban Forestry) Minimum of 3 Higher Grades at C or above plus appropriate Standard Grades, or successful completion of the HND in Forestry/Arboriculture & Urban Forestry or an acceptable equivalent programme.