Program Overview
The Ecological Economics at Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Ecological Economics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 25,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Ecological Economics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations in Ecological Economics
- Applications in Ecological Economics
- Environmental Valuation.
- Dissertation
- MSc Project
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Culture, Ethics and Environment
- Principles of Environmental Sustainability
- Management of Sustainable Development
- Environment and Development
- International Development
- Society and Development
- Recent Global Environmental Change
- Atmospheric Quality and Global Change
- Principles of GIS
- Water Resource Management
- Waste Reduction and Recycling
- Participation in Policy and Planning
- Land Use/Environment Interactions
- Rural Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent from outside UK in any subject A UK 2.2 may be considered. Evidence of proficiency in English (IELTS 7.0 or equivalent).
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 25,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 25,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 12,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)
Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)
Scotland, United Kingdom
Scotland's Rural College is a public land based research institution focused on agriculture and life sciences. Its history stretches back to 1899 with the establishment of the West of Scotland...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-26
- Language English
- Duration 12 months