Taught course
Sustainable Rural Development MSc
Entry requirements
- Honours degree or ordinary degree in a relevant subject
- Postgraduate diploma or professional qualification in a relevant subject
- Other qualifications will be considered if accompanied by a minimum of three years' relevant professional experience
- A bridging module is available to people with substantial professional experience, but no undergraduate degree
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
If you want to progress into a managerial role in rural development and sustainability fields, this MSc Sustainable Rural Development* is for you.
You will study social, environmental, economic development and professional development, and community engagement issues in the context of managing rural development.
The MSc Sustainable Rural Development can be studied online from anywhere in the world.
*subject to re-validation
Special features
- Gain key theoretical knowledge in understanding current rural development and sustainability issues and how this may be applied to work effectively with communities and associated organisations
- Develop key research and policy skills to enable you to progress your career to become an expert in rural sustainability issues
- Study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip or full masters degree
- Study online, full time or part time when and where it suits you, within the UK and internationally
Information for international students
If you would like to study in a country of outstanding natural beauty, friendly communities, and cities buzzing with social life and activities, the Highlands and Islands of Scotland should be your first choice. We have campuses across the region each one with its own special characteristics from the rich cultural life of the islands to the bright city lights of Perth and Inverness. Some courses are available in one location only, for others you will have a choice; we also have courses that can be studied online from your own home country.
English Language Requirements
Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The standard English Language criteria to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed on our English language requirements page
English Language Requirements
Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The standard English Language criteria to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed on our English language requirements page
Fees and funding
For information, please view our Fees/Funding tab: MSc Sustainable Rural Development (uhi.ac.uk)
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time24 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
- Online learningis available for this qualification
- part time36-72 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
- Online learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Enquiries
- courses@uhi.ac.uk
- Phone
- 01463 279190