Distance learning is the ideal choice for those who need to combine study around other commitments such as a busy professional and/or home life. It enables you to gain a recognised qualification from your own home or workplace, without loss of income or the additional costs and worries associated with moving to another city or country. There is also the advantage of some flexibility, allowing your studies to be tailored to suit your particular professional needs, providing opportunities for promotion or career enhancement.
We currently offer postgraduate distance-learning programmes in:
- MSc Agroforestry & Food Security
- MSc Forestry
- MSc Tropical Forestry
- International Commonwealth Scholarships
Who are these programmes for?
The distance learning programmes developed by the School of Environmental and Natural Sciences are suitable for those already working in forestry, natural resource management, agriculture, food and conservation, as well as people wishing to move into these exciting and vibrant professions. Our distance learning programmes are unique within the UK and have been specifically designed to allow you flexibility in your studies. We take pride in the fact that our programmes are up-to-date and are entirely relevant to these modern and globally-important industries.
The Agroforestry & Food Security programme will suit people with interests in the agri-food, farming, environmental, conservation, and agricultural policy sectors, and covers both temperate and tropical systems and contexts.
The forestry distance learning programmes are extremely relevant to those who wish to develop their existing skills and knowledge in forestry and related topics, and/or are looking for a career change. These programmes are accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters, providing a unique pathway to Chartered Forester status for those unable to study on an accredited full-time programme.
So, whether you are an individual or an organisation looking for opportunities for continuing professional development (CPD) or are interested in earning a postgraduate certificate, a postgraduate diploma or an MSc, we can almost certainly offer you something appropriate.
†Please note: we currently have no plans to launch any undergraduate (BSc) distance learning programmes.