This program incorporates the economic, social and environmental dimensions of rural development. It is based in the Department of Geography and Environment and has components delivered by the departments of Philosophy, Agriculture and Forestry, Plant and Soil Science and Zoology. A European language module is available and there is emphasis on transferable intellectual, practical and personal skills. The recent course review was informed by a survey of former graduates, and research into rural employment markets. This course is marketed using an e-logo in the prospectus.