Fitness, Health and Exercise - HND

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

We are currently planning to introduce the new 'NextGen' HN qualification for students joining this course in 2027, subject to final approval. Applications are currently being accepted against this existing HN award while this process is completed. Further information is provided below. The HND Fitness, Health and Exercise is designed to build on the HNC award and develop your skills and knowledge. You will advance your study of fitness, health and exercise activities and related areas, specifically increasing awareness of the interdisciplinary nature of fitness and health and developing an understanding of the need to involve participants fully in their own fitness and health development. You will be able to give ownership of programmes to individuals, enabling optimum customer service and developing and applying transferable exercise skills with specific populations.

We are currently planning to introduce the new ‘NextGen’ HN qualification for students joining this course in the next academic year, subject to final approval.\ Applications are currently being accepted against the existing HN award while this approval process is completed. The new qualification is designed to enhance the student learning experience and strengthen alignment with current industry and educational developments.\ As a result, some aspects of the course, including its title, structure, modules and assessment approach, may change before enrolment. We will publish updated information and notify applicants of any significant changes once these have been approved.