Overview

You will access the latest thinking on complex mountain issues by studying modules with a focus on advanced theory and practice relating to environmental, social, economic and professional development. By the end of your studies, you will be equipped with the practical skills and knowledge to help you understand and manage the real challenges faced by people living and working in mountainous areas today.The Sustainable Mountain Development at The University of the Highlands and Islands course is part time; you will study all modules online with support from experts at the Centre for Mountain Studies, based at Perth College UHI, and around the university network. This allows you to fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments. If you are not able to complete the full MSc, you can exit with a PgCert by completing the 3 core modules or a PgDip by also completing 3 optional modules.There are also two stand-alone CPD modules, water management (starts September) and deer management, (starts end of January).The MSc Sustainable Mountain Development can be studied online from anywhere in the world.

Special features

Develop key scientific and policy skills

Learn from experts in the field of sustainable mountain development at the Centre for Mountain Studies

Benefit from modules on diverse contemporary topics, delivered by experts across UHI

Study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip or full Masters degree

Study online, part-time to suit your lifestyle, from within the UK or internationally

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research methods and techniques

Sustainable deer management

Sustainable land use and renewable energy

Sustainable tourism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Inverness, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy View 39 other Masters in Sustainable Development in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General 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

Tuition Fees

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10800 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

5490 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Rest of UK students: £7,560

Funding

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