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 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 Community Development View 27 other Masters in Sustainable Energy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

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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 Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

10800 GBP / year

≈ 10800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5490 GBP / year

≈ 5490 GBP / year

Additional Details

Rest of UK students: £7,560

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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

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