Who we are

Scotland's Rural College delivers comprehensive skills, education and business support for Scotland’s land-based industries, founded on world class and sector-leading research, education and consultancy. We have been formed by the merger of Barony, Elmwood and Oatridge College and SAC.
 

SRUC is an innovative, knowledge-based organisation which supports the development of the land-based industries and communities through specialist research and development, education and training and expert consultancy and advice services. Its work is wide ranging but there is a particular emphasis on agriculture and related sciences, rural business development and management, food chain quality and safety and rural resource and environmental management.

SRUC operates across a range of campuses, as well as via 26 Farm Business Service Offices, eight veterinary disease surveillance centres and five experimental farms. Outside Scotland, the business now operates from offices in Kendal, York and Wooler.

What we do

Our mission is to enhance the rural economy and environment. SRUC is one of the largest organisations of its kind in Europe and one of the few European Institutions providing research, education and consultancy services for the rural sector in one, integrated body.

Our research for the rural sector covers a broad range. For SRUC it includes work that contributes to improving the sustainability of agriculture and food supply chains, enhancing animal health and welfare, providing tools for better environmental management and contributing to the sustainability of rural communities.

SRUC Consulting provides leading edge, independent and impartial advice to the rural sector and associated industries. We service over 12,000 clients annually across the UK including small rural businesses, vet practices, utility companies, local authorities, developers, food companies, development agencies and governments, providing advice on a comprehensive range of topics from farm related issues to food and the environment.

SRUC provides the widest choice of courses in subjects relating to the rural and land-based sectors. Our high quality vocational courses are designed in consultation with industry. Degrees are awarded by the ancient Scottish Universities of Edinburgh and Glasgow.

How to find out more

For comprehensive information on the College, its activities and how you can apply for courses, click on the website link in the box on the left. To contact the College, click on the email link.