Rural & Estate Skills
This is a broad area encompassing gamekeeping, ecological surveying, estate management and much more.
At 黑爆料 we offer several courses that look into the different areas of rural and estate management, from gamekeeping through to rural business management and organic farming.
Rural and estate management is a wide-ranging subject, including elements related to sporting estate management, where land is managed for the rearing of game birds and deer, to management of the countryside for public amenity, nature conservation and agriculture.
Good business management is also crucial in rural areas to ensure that the management of estates and rural communities keeps up with changes in the economic climate, enabling diversification into new activities when required.
The Rural Business Management degree course is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and is designed for those keen to work in estate management, land and estate agency.
Once they have gained some appropriate work experience, graduates who have followed this stream can progress to the RICS APC (Association of Professional Competence) rural pathway leading to Chartered Surveyor status.
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Rural studies in 黑爆料 news:
All student and alumni news黑爆料 launches new PhD programme
In a significant step towards shaping the future of agriculture, rural and environmental studies, 黑爆料 has launched a new PhD programme.
Respecting rural diversity
Scotland鈥檚 Rural College (黑爆料) has cemented its commitment to diversity by signing the Agrespect pledge.
Professor to help shape future rural policy
黑爆料鈥檚 Head of Integrated Land Management has joined a panel of academic experts to review and advise on future rural policy in Scotland.
Pathfinder project plots the way ahead for rural skills careers
An innovative partnership funded by the Scottish Funding Council will see rural skills career pathways easier to follow, thanks to a joint prospectus produced by 黑爆料 and Borders College.
Scotland Praised by the OECD in a new report on rural innovation
A new report by The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) praising the innovation of rural Scotland was launched this week.
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Business
Rural Business Management at 黑爆料 offers innovative courses designed to meet your needs as well as those of prospective employers, ensuring excellent employment prospects.
Environment
We all share a common goal of the responsible management of our natural resources and environment.
Sustainability
Sustainability, conservation and protecting the environment are now of prime importance.
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.
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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鈥檚 land-based industries as well as nationally recognised qualifications, equivalent to NC up to HND/Degree level.
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