Business and funding
SCOTBIS (Scottish Business Information Service)
Provides a free research service for businesses across Scotland. Based on the vast resources of the National Library of Scotland. At NLS, you can access market research reports, business databases, international directories, and business and trade journals.
Turn2us - to access benefits and grants
Free on-line resource to help people access the money available to them – through benefits, grants and other financial help. The website is designed to help people find appropriate sources of financial support, quickly and easily, based on their particular needs and circumstances.
Funding resources and directories
Inverness Reference Library provides access to print resources and directories for gransta nd funding in Scotland and the UK.
Further education and skills
Study at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Information and advice about studying at the University of the Highlands and Islands including Degrees, HNCs, HNDs and access courses, postgraduate study, part-time and online study, professional development and research.
UCAS -Scottish Guide
This guide is for students, parents and advisers looking for higher education courses in Scotland. It lists the degree and diploma courses at most universities and higher education colleges in Scotland together with entry requirements using Scottish qualifications.
Skills Development Scotland - My World of Work
My World of Work can help you to get a job and develop your career. Read feature articles on a wide range of topics including choosing a career, learning and training, applying for jobs and making a career change.
Jobs and apprenticeships
Job Centre Plus - jobs and skills search. Jobcentre Plus has one of Britain’s largest databases of job vacancies, which is updated constantly. Thousands of new jobs are available every week.
Volunteering while looking for work
Directgov information about looking for voluntary work which can help you develop and learn new skills while you're looking for a job. Click here for advice on volunteering while looking for work.
Job interviews and applications - books and guides
Browse available titles on careers advice and interview preparation on Highland Libraries catalogue.