Overview

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 at The University of the Highlands and Islands can be studied online from anywhere in the world.

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

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sustainable tourism

Sustainable land use and renewable energy in rural Scotland

Sustainable development

Water management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-19 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Sustainable Energy Community Development View 25 other Masters in Sustainable Energy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English 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
A bridging module is available to people with substantial professional experience, but no undergraduate degree

Tuition Fee

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International

10800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 10800 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

5490 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5490 GBP per year during 24 months.

Rest of the UK: £8,100 per year

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Sustainability and Rural Regeneration.

Available Scholarships

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