Venues

Barony Campus

Content

This two year course will develop your skills and knowledge in the management of silviculture, woodland establishment, harvesting and sales as well as surveying and mensuration, mapping and forest conservation.

You'll also develop an awareness of health and safety, and environmental issues directly related to forestry.

Academic study is supported by practical experience, which will enable you to begin your career in forestry and woodland management.

Example modules include:
Forest science; Establishment of woodland; Timber sales and transportation; Forest mensuration and thinning control; Silviculture; Forest policy and law; Forest industries market evaluation.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers preferably including Geography or a science subject, or Arboriculture (Advanced Certificate) or Forestry (Advanced Certificate)

Progression Routes

BSc/BSC (Hons) Wildlife and Conservation Management