SRUC and Campuses
ONE SeedPod to boost high-value food and drink manufacturing
The ONE SeedPod food and drink industry innovation hub to boost high-value manufacturing has been launched at SRUC’s Craibstone Campus in Aberdeen. The project, led by Opportunity North East (ONE), is the single largest public-private investment in the growth of Scotland’s food and drink manufacturing sector.…
- SRUC
- 14/03/2025
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First UK courses in Agricultural Communications open for applications
Promoting the national importance of farming – as well as tackling misinformation – has led to the creation of the UK’s first ever courses in agricultural communications.…
- SRUC
- 13/03/2025
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SRUC showcases apprenticeship a-peel with Albert Bartlett for Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2025
Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is shining a spotlight on four apprentices who recently began their careers in food production with Albert Bartlett as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week.…
- SRUC
- 07/03/2025
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Update on Elmwood
A key part of SRUC’s distinctive tertiary model is our regional presence, including in Fife. However, it is also vital that our teaching is delivered in a way that is financially sustainable, particularly when SRUC – like a number of education institutions throughout the country – is facing significant financial challenges.…
- SRUC
- 25/02/2025
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Review to help shape policy in rural communities
A major new project is set to help shape future policy in Scotland’s rural communities.…
- SRUC
- 21/02/2025
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Outcome Improvement Process Report
Section 31 of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 (the Act) In response to a Participation Request submitted by Elie and Earlsferry Community Council (E&E CC) to Scotland’s Rural College…
- SRUC
- 14/02/2025
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New vertical farm a first for Scottish education
SRUC has stepped up its commitment to global and local food production and security by becoming the first higher education institution in Scotland to open a commercial-sized vertical farm.…
- SRUC
- 16/01/2025
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SRUC seeks agri-businesses to take on students for placement projects
SRUC is looking for farms and agri-businesses across the country to take part in an new student placement programme beginning in September 2025.…
- SRUC
- 09/01/2025
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New SRUC course launched to help veterinary practices meet RCVS sustainability standards
A new micro-credential course has been launched by Scotland’s Rural College to aid veterinary practices in meeting sustainability requirements set by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). …
- SRUC
- 04/12/2024
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SRUC recognised for advancing gender equality and inclusivity
SRUC has been recognised for its commitment to advancing gender equality and inclusivity with a Bronze level Athena Swan award. …
- SRUC
- 13/11/2024
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Rural Business Management course gets industry stamp of approval
SRUC’s industry-leading course in Rural Business Management has been reaccredited by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Graduates from the course receive an industry-recognised qualification, meaning that they can complete the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) as surveyors in two years after securing a training position, rather than the normal five years.…
- SRUC
- 05/11/2024
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Ministers welcome progress on innovative Borderlands dairy project
The Dairy Nexus, which is under construction at SRUC’s Barony Campus near Dumfries, is set to be completed in November 2024. A multi-million pound new facility to drive innovation and sustainability.…
- SRUC
- 28/10/2024
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