Career pathways
The courses offered at SRUC are very varied and open up a huge range of possible career avenues.

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.
Below you will see some different career pathways our courses lead to, and the opportunities they offer. You'll also find links to campus-specific advice, student stories information for career advisors.
Also take a look at the Lantra Scotland career pages for further inspiration and advice. Another good resource is the Scottish Government's Careers in Agriculture pages.
Career pathways


Sustainability Consultant
With sustainability increasingly across so many areas of our daily lives businesses are keen to tap into experts who can advise on saving money and resources.

Veterinary Nurse/Professional
100% of our Higher Education Veterinary Nursing graduates and 100% of our Level 3 Diploma students secured employment at the end of their studies.

Organic Farmer
Studying organic farming opens up a range of career opportunities related to the sector.