Supernatural Folklore of the Gaidhealtachd

What is special about this course?

Have you ever wanted to know more about the other world, a supernatural realm that was very real to our ancestors? Come with us on this journey through the veil that separates us from a dimension populated by ghosts, witches, fairies and other shadowy beings. Together, we will explore the beliefs, customs and superstitions associated with the supernatural world of the Gaels.

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements

Week 1 - Halloween: A Break in Time

Week 2 - The Other World: The Power of Three

Week 3 - Fairies: The Good People

Week 4 - Witches and Wise Women

Week 5 - Ghosts of Two Kinds

Week 6 - Second Sight and Evil Eyes

How will I study my course?

  • Evening
  • Short course
  • Online
  • Leisure

Online 

How long will my course last?

6 Weeks

Where can I study my course?

    • UHI Outer Hebrides
    • UHI Outer Hebrides (Stornoway Campus)

    Please note, UHI Outer Hebrides 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

  • Next date TBC please contact leenquiries@uhi.ac.uk for more information. 

Fees

£55

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Apply for Supernatural Folklore of the Gaidhealtachd

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We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Outer Hebrides. Please note, UHI Outer Hebrides 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 Outer Hebrides 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.