Student Information

Accommodation

There is a wide range of different accommodation options in the Uists ranging from B&B and self-catering in family homes, to caravan and house rental. Upon acceptance to the course, students are sent a list of accommodation from the College to assist them in locating suitable housing. Many of the hosts on the list are fluent Gaelic speakers. Contact the college for more information.

LCC Benbecula, Lìonacleit, Isle of Benbecula
Tel: 01851 770 500; Fax: 01851 770 501
music@lews.uhi.ac.uk

Ceòlas Summer School

This award-winning community-based summer school in dance and traditional music is held in South Uist every year at the beginning of July. Internationally renowned tutors from Scotland and Canada give master-classes for adults in Gaelic song, pipes, fiddle, step-dance, Scotch reels and quadrilles. The teaching philosophy places a strong emphasis on the musical relationship between disciplines and the rhythms of the Gaelic language. Daily lessons and lectures in Gaelic are also offered, as well as a lively programme of evening activities including house cèilidhs, sessions, performances and a trip to the Island of Eriskay. See their web pages for more information: www.ceolas.co.uk

Duration and Location

Both courses begin early in September and run until June. They are based at Lews Castle College Benbecula.

Fees and Funding

Eligible FE students will receive funding by bursary. Application forms will be available upon acceptance to the course. All students, regardless of their situation (unless they are from overseas) are encouraged to make a bursary application. HE applicants who have not previously been on a Higher Education course (university-level) are eligible to have their fees paid for. A small bursary may also be available depending on an applicant’s financial status.

Overseas Students

Interested students are advised to contact the College for information on visa requirements, fees, and housing.