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Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)

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History

The creation of Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) took place in 2012 by merging SAC (the Scottish Agricultural College) with three respected partners (Barony, Elmwood and Oatridge Colleges).

Education

Subject Areas:

  • Agriculture
  • Animal Care
  • Business
  • Professional Cookery
  • Animal Sciences
  • Biological Sciences
  • Conservation
  • Engineering
  • Environment
  • Equine & Horse Care
  • Forestry & Arboriculture
  • Garden Design
  • Golf
  • Horticulture
  • Landscaping
  • Poultry
  • Rural & Estate Skills
  • Sustainability
  • Agricultural and Renewable Technology
  • Veterinary Nursing

Research

Research at SRUC is focused on rural, environmental and land-based activity and underpins our education and consultancy. Our work addresses health and productivity in animals, animal welfare and crops, promotes low carbon farming and increases farm output through efficiency and innovation.

Research at SRUC is focused on rural, environmental and land-based activity and underpins our education and consultancy. Our work addresses health and productivity in animals, animal welfare and crops, promotes low carbon farming and increases farm output through efficiency and innovation.

  • Animal & Veterinary Sciences 
  • Crop & Soil Systems 
  • Future Farming Systems 
  • Rural Economy, Environment & Society 

Career

  • The courses offered at SRUC are very varied and open up a huge range of possible career avenues, from engineers to environmental consultants.
  • Our courses are designed with industry in mind and our tutors understand the workplace that their students are ultimately aiming for. So by taking a course at SRUC, you will be well prepared for what awaits once you have finished.
  • Take a look at the Lantra Scotland career pages for further inspiration and advice.

Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) Scholarships

Below you will find scholarships related to Scotland's Rural College (SRUC). Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.

Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based

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Junhua Li
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Student
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2026
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based

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Boustany Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
16000 GBP
Deadline
30 Apr 2025
A Brighter Future Through Education
Merit-based

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Boldt-Riney Stiftung
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2025
Amberscholar 2025 Scholarship
Merit-based

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Amber Scholar
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
25 Jul 2025
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Admit Lab
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
25 Aug 2025
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2025
Essay Writing Contest from EduLegit
Merit-based Need-based

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Edulegit
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2025
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

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IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
09 Jul 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2025
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based

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The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2026
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available

For a complete overview of scholarships for Scotland's Rural College (SRUC), visit our scholarship search.

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World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
601
2024
601 -200
2023
401
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Student services

  • SRUC Students' Association is a student-led organisation here to ensure the best possible student experience for all those studying at SRUC.
  • Enhancing opportunities for students to further develop their student experience with effective communication, representation and engagement.

Housing services

  • SRUC has access to a range of accommodation available for students, either on campus, in arrangement with partner universities or in the local area. This includes Halls of Residence at some campuses.
  • New students are given priority for places in SRUC accommodation, and assistance is available to help students find accommodation in the private sector.

Library services

  • SRUC has libraries at Aberdeen, Ayr, Edinburgh, Barony, Elmwood and Oatridge campuses.
  • Each library has a full collection of books and journals focused on the subjects taught at that campus. You may borrow books and use the facilities at all campus libraries.  Access to electronic resources is also provided for staff and students.

ICT services

  • Welcome to the SRUC Information & Digital Systems (IDS) student info page. At SRUC we provide software and systems to assist you with your studies. We offer support through the Shared Service Desk. 
  • Eduroam is a free Wi-Fi service that is used by educational and research institutions all over the world. It allows students and staff to log in with the same details at any of them.

Medical services

  • Your physical and mental health should be one of your priorities whilst at College.
  • You are strongly recommended to register with a local medical practice and/or College Doctor, who can give help, advice and support on all health related matters including: Health promotion issues, Contraception, Alcohol, Drugs, HIV/AIDS issues, and Stress.

Campus life

Campuses:

  • Kings Buildings, Edinburgh
  • Riverside, Ayr
  • Barony, Dumfries
  • Craibstone Estate, Aberdeen
  • Elmwood, Cupar in Fife
  • Oatridge, West Lothian

Sports facilities

  • There are different sports facilities available at each SRUC campus, ranging from gym and fitness equipment to playing fields, golf courses and ridding paddocks.
  • The sports facilities available and information regarding when they are open and how they can be accessed can be identified for each campus from the links below.

Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom

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