European Institute Of Human Sciences

The Institute is housed in a converted 18th century manor house at Highmead, near Llanybydder, West Wales and has an extensive estate. Formerly, Highmead was a private home and was, most recently, used by the Local Education Authority as a residential school for children with learning difficulties.

The Highmead campus currently offers 6 large classrooms (though with the potential to develop several more), a large conference and assembly hall, as well as a library and small computer centre with internet access. Our classrooms can comfortably hold 30 students at a time, whilst the main hall can accommodate approximately 250 people.

Student Accommodation

We provide strictly segregated accommodation that has the capacity to cater for more than 100 students. We offer single and shared rooms that are equipped with the necessary furniture for comfort and storage of personal items. Of course all our accommodation has access to various bathroom facilities and we do have a limited number of flats that are suitable for married couples. There are also common rooms available for both genders.

Dining Arrangements

The Institute provides 3 set meals per day, the cost of which is included in the fees. The canteen and segregated dining rooms have the capacity to hold more than 100 people and during Eid celebrations etc. They can cater comfortably for students, their friends and guests from the local community. The women also have their own sizeable kitchen that is attached to their accommodation. This is equipped with cookers, fridges, sinks, storage and so on.

Laundry Facilities

All students have access to coin-operated industrial sized automatic washing machines and driers. There is also a substantial drying room situated next to the laundry.

Personal Transport

The Institute campus provides ample parking space for students’ vehicles, which is private and set well off the road. For students who have bicycles, these may be stored safely in a lockable area.

Health

We recommend that new students register with a local medical centre. There are 2 main surgeries in the locality, one in the village of Llanybydder and the other in Lampeter town. The reception desks at both are always happy to arrange appointments with female doctors for students who would prefer this. Dental treatment is available in the area and information regarding health issues can be obtained from the main office.

Student Safety

The Institute is situated in an area that has one of the lowest crime rates in the UK. Although it is always recommended that students explore the vicinity in pairs/groups, this part of Wales is known for its friendly atmosphere and safety. The Institute has a good relationship with Dyfed Powys Police, who are readily available should a student have any concerns.

Community Relations

All students should be aware that they represent the Institute at all times. We are proud of our established relations with the community and we ask you to respect the local people and the environment. Courtesy and good conduct are essential at all times, as is absolute respect for the property and surroundings of others. We expect our students to keep the environment clean and to dispose of litter in the appropriate allocated places. It is not acceptable to walk in the surrounding fields without first receiving permission from the owners. This is a predominantly agricultural area and certain codes need to be observed, such as the closing of all gates for the safety of livestock.