Sustainability and Rural Regeneration MSc
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
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MSc - Master of Science

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North, West and Hebrides

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JAN-25

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3 years

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MSc - Master of Science

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North, West and Hebrides

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JAN-25

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What is special about this course? Are you passionate about achieving sustainability in rural regions? Do you want to learn the theory, policy, and practice of sustainable regeneration to more fully understand how you can make a real difference? Whether youre already working in this field or want to explore your growing interest in the future of rural areas, this unique online course is ideal for your needs. In the words of one of our recent graduates, Sean Meehan: I struggled to name what it ...Read more

What is special about this course? Are you passionate about achieving sustainability in rural regions? Do you want to learn the theory, policy, and practice of sustainable regeneration to more fully understand how you can make a real difference? Whether youre already working in this field or want to explore your growing interest in the future of rural areas, this unique online course is ideal for your needs. In the words of one of our recent graduates, Sean Meehan: ''I struggled to name what it was that I wanted to study...I was aiming to explore areas that I had found to overlap in the real world but are often studied in isolation: tourism, conservation, sustainable agriculture, resilient communities, culture...then I stumbled across the module list of the MSc Sustainability and Rural Regeneration, and it hit all the points I was looking for. The course is well structured, with a cohesive central message it allows lots of freedom to pursue your own interests.'' Work with industry experts as you learn about social, economic, and environmental theories and issues in the rural context, as well as developing key research and policy analysis skills in the interdisciplinary field of sustainability. Explore vital sustainability skills such as how to work well with communities, understand geographic information system (GIS) mapping, and undertake environmental impact assessments, as well as topics such as extreme weather, economics of community wealth building, greenhouse gas auditing, and carbon footprinting. Forge your own path in the drive to net zero in remote and rural regions and let us prepare you for a successful career in this essential field. 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

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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.

Tuition fees

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£1,752 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply: Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation) £5,256, Postgraduate diploma (6 modules, 120 credits) £3,504, Postgraduate certificate (3 modules, 60 credits) £1,752, Per module (20 credits) £584.

£2,340 per year

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Students from Other UK

This is the fee you pay if the University is not in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

For students normally domiciled in Scotland, with a term-time address in Scotland, the following fees apply: Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation) £5,256, Postgraduate diploma (6 modules, 120 credits) £3,504, Postgraduate certificate (3 modules, 60 credits) £1,752, Per module (20 credits) £584.

£3,330 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled or pre-settled status in the UK: Per module (20 credits) £1,110, Postgraduate certificate (3 modules, 60 credits) £3,330, Postgraduate diploma (6 modules, 120 credits, 180 credits) £6,660, Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) £9,990. The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry,

£3,330 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

For students who do not normally reside in the UK or European Union, studying online from their home country, or assessed as international for fee status, the following fees apply: Per module (20 credits) £1,110, Postgraduate certificate (3 modules, 60 credits) £3,330, Postgraduate diploma (6 modules, 120 credits, 180 credits) £6,660, Masters degree (6 modules + dissertation, 180 credits) £9,990.

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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
UHI North West and Hebrides Ormlie Road Thurso Highland KW14 7EE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Thurso  0.2 miles away

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