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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Online Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    18 Months

Course summary

Mountains are an essential component of landscapes at a range of scales, providing distinctive environments that underpin the provision of essential ecosystems and support highly diverse combinations of species. The specific qualities of mountain areas influence local land management practices, livelihoods, services, and infrastructure, and community development is inextricably linked with the sustainable management of natural and culture resources in mountain areas.

Sustainable development in mountain areas requires an understanding of environmental, ecological and socio-economic dynamics. If you want to make a real difference towards the sustainability of mountain regions, this MSc Sustainable Mountain Development is for you.

Access the latest thinking on complex mountain issues on this tailor-made course, studying modules with a focus on advanced theory and practice relating to environmental, social, economic, and professional development. Develop the tools to help you understand and manage the challenges faced by people living and working in mountainous areas today, and contribute to their solutions.

Study online from anywhere in the world and join a vibrant international community of students who share a passion for mountains, as you take your next steps towards a career in this fascinating and essential field.

Special features

  • Become part of a vibrant online community of students with a passion for mountains
  • Develop a deep interdisciplinary understanding of mountain regions and their communities
  • Learn from research-active experts in sustainable mountain development at the Centre for Mountain Studies
  • Benefit from modules on diverse contemporary topics, delivered by experts across UHI
  • Study individual modules for personal or professional development, or work towards the PgCert, PgDip or full Masters degree
  • Study online, full-time or part-time to suit your lifestyle, from within the UK or internationally

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 900month

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

  • Campus address

    University of the Highlands and Islands, UHI House, Old Perth Road, Inverness, Highland, IV2 3JH, Scotland

Situated across the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, students are given the chance to experience and be inspired by stunning study locations.
Academic opportunities at every level from English language learning programmes to undergraduate courses, postgraduate degrees and research.
On-campus study across the Highlands and Islands, plus courses accessible from anywhere in the world for those looking to join UHI's online student community.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    73rd out of 73 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    112 53%

    60th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    6th

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.05 76%

    46th

    35

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