Environment

Issues such as conservation, climate change, habitat loss, pollution and sustainable development are all now very topical.

There is a greater public awareness of environmental issues, and organisations are increasingly required to address environmental impact through legislation.

World leaders have recognised that exploiting natural resources to a point where they are exhausted or unable to be replenished, is no sensible and responsible strategy for the future.

This has led to an employment sector that is expanding, and will continue to do so in the future, and SRUC is well placed to deliver courses which blend theory with best practice, drawing on extensive practical experience.

As a graduate of our courses, whether in Environmental Resource Management, or the related areas of countryside management and renewables technology, you'll be able to apply appropriate solutions to environmental problems, based on sound knowledge and understanding.

Study environment at SRUC

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Virtual Experience

Take a look around the SRUC Virtual Experience for lots of great student videos and examples of what it's like to study our environment courses.

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SRUC launches new PhD programme

In a significant step towards shaping the future of agriculture, rural and environmental studies, Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) has launched a new PhD programme.

Scotland’s first peatland restoration course

A new course in peatland restoration - the first of its kind in Scotland - has been developed by SRUC in partnership with NatureScot Peatland ACTION.

Open days

We have online and in-person open days coming up! Come visit our campuses, talk to course tutors and students, and find out why studying at SRUC is such a unique experience.

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Conservation

Good management of the land and countryside is key to ensure that it can be profitable, accessible and sustainable while allowing wildlife to thrive.

Forestry & Arboriculture

Forestry focuses on the management of forests and woodland, from planting through to thinning and felling.

Sustainability

Sustainability, conservation and protecting the environment are now of prime importance.

Student life

Explore what life is like at SRUC from before your arrival all the way through to graduation. Find campus and accommodation information, tips, checklists and helpful information on getting started at SRUC. You can also find information on student support services, term dates & timetables, Moodle and more.

Courses for schools

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Apprenticeships

Skills Development Scotland Modern Apprenticeship (MA) and Technical Apprenticeship (TA) programmes offer individuals and employers a package of Vocational Training designed to meet the demands of today’s land-based industries as well as nationally recognised qualifications, equivalent to NC up to HND/Degree level.

How to apply

Whether you fancy an undergraduate, postgraduate, part-time or training course, here you'll find all the information you need to enrol and start.

Fees & funding

The area of student finance can be a complicated and ever-changing one. But don't worry, funding, including bursaries and loans to help with tuition fees, living, and travel costs, is available to help you complete your studies.