BSc (Hons) Forest Management

at University of the Highlands and Islands

Modules:
 

• Managing biodiversity in upland woodlands
• International forestry and timber trade
• Technology for planning in forestry and arboriculture
• Ecology and management of native broadleaved woodlands
• Forest resilience in a changing environment
• Research skills and project
• Landscape design: design and land management

• 2 Scottish Highers at grade C or above OR
• 1 Scottish Higher at grade B or above plus 4 National 5s at B or above OR
• 2 A levels at grade D or above
• Minimum of one year's pre-course experience in woodland environment is required or attainment of the Certificate in Forestry or Conservation Skills. This requirement may be waived for applicants with three or more Highers, or equivalent at grade C or above
• Prospective students without the standard entry requirements as listed above are encouraged to apply. Relevant life or work experience will be taken into consideration on an individual basis
• A driving licence is a prerequisite for all forestry students for the placement year; this also applies to any arboriculture students studying the placement year
• For arboriculture, it should be noted that a reasonably high level of fitness is required, as well as a good head for heights

International Students:
£14,310

Once you have successfully completed your BSc (Hons) Forest Management course, you might like to consider careers in:
 

• State forestry sector
• Other public bodies including local authorities
• Forestry and Arboriculture companies
• Private estates/landowners
• Community forestry sector
• Self-employment as an entrepreneur or consultant
• Conservation organisations