SVQ Hairdressing SCQF Level 6
What is special about this course?
This full or part time course is for hairdressers with salon experience. In addition to learning the theoretical aspects of hairdressing, you will also be able to gain invaluable practical experience by being a part of the commercial training salon based in House of Morven on the main campus. The SVQ level 3 Hairdressing covers units which are essential to become a full stylist.
Entry requirements
- SVQ Level 2 in hairdressing OR extensive work experience.
Please note that applying for this course does not guarantee a Modern Apprenticeship place, your application will be discussed with you in the first instance.
The subjects studied are those essential to a full stylist, including:
- Fashion cutting and colouring
- Styling techniques including creatively dressing long hair, and avant garde styles
- Salon management skills
- Promotion of services and products
- Health and safety
- Students are required to attend a salon placement on a weekly basis
How will I study my course?
- Full Time
- Part Time
- Day release
Attendance for the full time course is over one academic session, if attending on a day release basis this will take two academic years.
How long will my course last?
One year full time, longer part time
Where can I study my course?
- Thurso
Please note, UHI North Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.
Start date
September
Fees
| Study mode | Scottish Fee | RUK* Fee | International Fee |
| Full-time | £1790 | £5970 | £5970 |
| Part-time (per credit/module) | £156 | £522.50 | £522.50 |
Full-Time Study
Full-time students will automatically receive the fee waiver if they are eligible from the information they have provided on their course application form.
If you have been living in the UK for at least three years, are an ordinary resident in Scotland before the course start date it is likely that you will not have to pay fees for your full-time course. Please check our fee waiver policy for more information.
Fees are payable on enrolment each academic year.
Some of our courses require students to have essential equipment/clothing please check with your course tutor on what you require.
Please get in touch with nhcfinance@uhi.ac.uk if you have any further questions on fees.
*Rest of UK (students typically domiciled in the rest of the UK (England, Wales and N. Ireland, including Channel Islands and the Isle of Man), with a term-time address in Scotland.
Part-Time Study
A Fee Waiver could be available to help with the payment of course fees depending on your personal circumstances, please check our fee waiver policy to see if you are eligible.
Fees are payable on enrolment each academic year.
Some of our courses require students to have essential equipment/clothing please check with your course tutor.
Please contact nhcfinance@uhi.ac.uk if you have any further questions on fees.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Enhanced career prospects as a stylist in a hair salon, work on cruise liners or self-employment
Is there more information available online?
You can use the above QR code to connect directly to the course details.
Apply for SVQ Hairdressing SCQF Level 6
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI North Highland. Please note, UHI North Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study. UHI North Highland operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.