Qualifications Scotland CEO Visits UHI Perth
to see innovative learning in action
Nick Page, Chief Executive Officer of Qualifications Scotland, visited UHI Perth on Monday 9th November to meet staff and students and learn more about the college's innovative learning environment and diverse educational offering.
During his visit, Nick met with the UHI Perth Leadership Team to hear about the college's ambitious campus transformation plans and its vision for delivering outstanding learning experiences for future generations of students.
The visit provided an opportunity to showcase the breadth of practical and academic learning available across the campus. Nick toured the Academy of Sport and Wellbeing (ASW), where he met Sports Coaching and Development students, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation students, and staff working within the specialist treatment and rehabilitation facilities.
He also visited the college's commercial Hair and Beauty Therapy salons, speaking with students who are gaining valuable industry experience while earning as they learn in a real-world working environment. The modern facilities demonstrate UHI Perth's commitment to providing hands-on learning opportunities that prepare students for successful careers.
The tour continued at the Goodlyburn Building, where Nick met David Watt, Sector Manager for Music and Music Business. There, he explored the college's music industry facilities, including the 175-seat theatre and state-of-the-art recording studios, while learning more about the industry's strong links with employers and creative partners.
Reflecting on the visit, Nick said: "I was blown away by seeing learners of every age learning together. I have loved seeing how the campus is being used for both practical and academic educational purposes. The range of opportunities available to students is impressive, and it was inspiring to see such engaging learning environments in action."
The visit highlighted UHI Perth's continued investment in high-quality facilities, industry-relevant learning experiences and flexible pathways that support learners at every stage of their educational journey.