University of the Highlands and Islands

Forestry and Treescapes Management BSc (Hons)

University of the Highlands and Islands

Faculty:Scottish School of Forestry
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Forest Management/Forest Resources Management
Forest Resources Production and Management
Forest Sciences and Biology
Forest Technology/Technician
Forestry, General
Forestry, Other
Land Use Planning and Management/Development
Length:4 Year(s)
Careers:Managers in Natural Resources Production and FishingForestry ProfessionalsUrban and Land Use Planners

Description:

If you're looking for a rewarding career, where you can provide professional advice to the land-based forestry sector and help secure our forests for future generations to enjoy, then this course is for you. Being involved in the forestry sector is one of the best ways of helping the fight against climate change, while working in environments that provide recreational and well-being spaces for all. Our BSc (Hons) Forestry and Treescapes Management is a highly practical course that will give you all the skills and knowledge you need to become a successful forest manager, environmental manager or arboriculturist/urban forester.

Study at the Scottish School of Forestry campus, Inverness, situated within 10 hectares of woodland and an additional 100 hectares of FLS woodland serving the surrounding communities, providing a beautiful setting to learn about forests, trees and the environment. This innovative work-based degree allows you to continue working full/part-time within the forestry/environmental sector while undertaking a full-time degree alongside your role, using work-based learning to fulfil the credit and learning requirements. If you're not currently working within the sector, you will study scenarios provided by the course team to recreate situations that may be experienced in a work setting.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    • Alberta High School Diploma (Can be issued in French or English) - 60% in five acceptable Grade 12 subjects
    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma - 60% in six acceptable Grade 12 subjects at U or M level
    • British Columbia Certificate of Graduation - 60% in five acceptable Grade 12 subjects
    • Nova Scotia School Graduation Diploma - 60% in five acceptable Grade 12 subjects
    • 1 subject (preferably 2) must be relevant sciences
    • Prospective students without the standard entry requirements as listed above are encouraged to apply. Relevant life or work experience will be taken into consideration on an individual basis
    • A driving licence is highly recommended due to the nature of work and travel in the industry

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on May 01, 2026