Centre for Rural Health Sciences

Based in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, we have a campus in Inverness and Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis.鈥�  We are part of the Health, Social Care and Life Sciences subject area.

Our vision is to improve the health and well-being of the people of the Highlands and Islands through excellence in rural health and social care education, research and knowledge exchange.  We are dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative environment by valuing our staff, students and communities.

Our mission is to:

  • Provide quality education, producing graduates with the professionalism, skills, knowledge and attributes necessary to positively influence the health and wellbeing of their communities.  
  • Produce innovative health and social care research with regional, national and international relevance that addresses the needs of, and positively impacts, our local communities and beyond.
  • Provide an environment that supports and values students and staff, embraces equity, diversity and inclusion and fosters wellbeing through transparent communication, respect and collaboration.
  • Collaborate with our local, regional, national and international partners enhancing the health and wellbeing of individuals and populations.

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