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We’ve got courses for a variety of ambitions, whether you want to work with animals, tackle climate change, or become a business mastermind. We offer full time and part time, entry level through to degree and postgraduate – check out our online catalogue and find the right course for you!
What's new?

Major Projects
At SRUC, we're working to solve many of the key challenges our natural economy faces with exciting, progressive and innovative projects that tackle challenges, develop infrastructure, and provide a world-class teaching and research environment.

Principal's Research Group
The Principal's Research Group brings together plant breeding expertise from across SRUC to boost the productivity, sustainability and resilience of food systems across the world.

SRUC and campuses
Read about our projects, history, funding and anything else related to our campuses and faculty.
Latest articles
Agrecalc appoints first CEO
In a major step towards becoming a spin-out company, Agrecalc, the award-winning and market-leading carbon footprint tool developed by SAC Consulting together with SRUC researchers, has appointed its first chief executive.
Is growing potatoes sustainable and profitable?
Potatoes are an amazingly versatile food and an important part of our culture in Scotland. But is growing potatoes sustainable and profitable?
Free legal advice for enterprising students
Students at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) will be offered free legal support to progress business ideas as part of a new partnership with one of Scotland’s largest independent law firms.
Courses and training

Academic courses

Training courses








"The training at Barony gave me the basic skills and knowledge to get me into the industry and start to build a career."
"I really appreciate how creative the course is. We have a lot of freedom when it comes to modules."
"My favourite thing about the course was the style of teaching. It was always exciting and fresh."
"The course was fun and the support from staff was fantastic, I felt so at home in my surroundings and this ultimately made me work harder."
"I’ve particularly enjoyed the field trips. They give you a chance to meet new people and make connections in your chosen industry."
"There has always been such a good network of people. Lecturers are really helpful and understanding and I have a great bunch of classmates."
"I really appreciate how our lecturers were always keen and happy to help. The support students receive is above and beyond."
"I have formed great friendships and made many connections within the sector, which will greatly benefit me when I begin looking for employment."
Find out more about our services

SAC Consulting
Our consultants in 25 offices across Scotland and northern England turn research into advice and advantage for business and public sector alike.

Vet & laboratory services
Our leading experts provide support to clients in areas animal disease, diagnosis and surveillance.

Research services
Our work addresses health and productivity in animals, animal welfare and crops, promotes low carbon farming and increases farm output through efficiency and innovation.