Course overview
MSc International Food and Agriculture Business is a postgraduate (master's) course in business & management at Scotland's Rural College in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year full time (Aberdeen), with intakes in September 2027.
Scotland's Rural College is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Scotland's Rural College (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Edinburgh, United Kingdom |
| Course | MSc International Food and Agriculture Business |
| Level | Master's (postgraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 1 year full time (Aberdeen) |
| Tuition per year | £20,000 (≈ ₹24.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | September 2027 |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.0 (no subtest below 5.5) |
Interested in MSc International Food and Agriculture Business?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £20,000 a year, about ₹24.4 lakh.
SRUC's 2026/27 international fee for every full-time taught MSc is £20,000 for the full programme; this MSc lasts 1 year. Fees are likely to rise for 2027/28
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
85.6%
Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24
Average (median) salary
£35,500
≈ ₹43.3 lakh a year
Median annualised earnings
Job roles
- Business analyst
- Management consultant
- Project manager
- Marketing executive
- Human resources officer
- Supply chain manager
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Deloitte
PwC
EY
KPMG
Accenture
McKinsey & Company
Amazon
Unilever
Procter & Gamble
IBM
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Scotland's Rural College for master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- A three- or four-year bachelor's degree with at least 55% overall in a relevant subject (SRUC's India page).
- MSc International Business, Project Management and International Food and Agriculture Business accept a bachelor's in any subject.
- International students pay a £5,000 deposit before an unconditional offer; it is refunded, minus £500, if you cannot start.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.0 (no subtest below 5.5).
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 with no subtest below 5.5 for undergraduate degrees and most taught postgraduate courses; 7.0 (6.0 in each) for courses taught with the University of Edinburgh |
| Class 12 English (India) | 70–75% in English from CBSE, CISCE or a recognised State Board may be accepted if the result is less than 10 years old |
| Medium of instruction (postgraduate) | An official certificate that your degree was taught entirely in English, completed within three years of the course start date |
| Cambridge English | 169 overall (no band below 162) for undergraduate; 176 (no band below 162) for postgraduate |
Intakes
This course starts in: September 2027.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
- English test result, or Class 12 English marks or a medium of instruction certificate where accepted
- Proof of the £5,000 deposit
Scholarships
Global Provost's Scholarship
Postgraduate
Value: £9,000
Academically gifted postgraduate international students with outstanding academic excellence.
Official pageGlobal Excellence Scholarship
International students
Value: £6,000
Academic excellence alongside relevant work experience.
Official pageGlobal Citizen Scholarship
International students
Value: £3,000
Excellence in community engagement, civic duty or extracurricular activities.
Official pageTuition Fee Discount
All international students
Value: £500
Automatic when tuition fees are paid in full before enrolment.
Official page
About Scotland's Rural College
Scotland's Rural College (SRUC) was formed in 2012 from a group of historic agricultural colleges, the oldest founded in 1899. It teaches and researches agriculture, animal and veterinary science, environment, food and rural business, from campuses across Scotland, including King's Buildings in Edinburgh and Craibstone in Aberdeen. It also runs SAC Consulting and veterinary laboratory services.
For Indian students SRUC has some of the lowest fees in the UK: £17,000 a year for full-time BSc degrees and £20,000 for a full-time taught MSc in 2026/27. Postgraduate applicants need a three- or four-year bachelor's with at least 55%, and SRUC accepts 70–75% in Class 12 English (CBSE, CISCE or a recognised State Board) or an English-medium degree certificate instead of IELTS in many cases. Scholarships of £3,000 to £9,000 are available for international students.
Similar courses
Business & Management courses at other universities in the UK
- MSc International ManagementAbertay University12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £18,950 / year
- Global MBAAbertay University12 months (September start) or 16 months (January start) · £19,950 / year
- MSc International Business ManagementAberystwyth University1 year (full time) · £22,115 / year
- MBA Business AdministrationAberystwyth University1 year (full time) · £23,310 / year
- MBA Project ManagementAberystwyth University12 months (full time) · £23,310 / year
- MSc International BusinessAnglia Ruskin University1 year full time (12, 16 or 20 months depending on start); 2 years with Professional Experience · £20,925 / year
More courses at Scotland's Rural College
- MSc International Business1 year full time (Edinburgh) · £20,000 / year
- MSc Project Management1 year full time (Edinburgh) · £20,000 / year
- BSc (Hons) Agriculture4 years full time (Aberdeen or Edinburgh) · £17,000 / year
- BSc (Hons) Veterinary Biosciences4 years full time (Edinburgh) · £17,000 / year
- BSc (Hons) Animal Welfare Science4 years full time (Edinburgh) · £17,000 / year
- BSc (Hons) Environmental Management4 years full time (Edinburgh) · £17,000 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for MSc International Food and Agriculture Business at Scotland's Rural College?
The tuition for international students is £20,000 a year (about ₹24.4 lakh). SRUC's 2026/27 international fee for every full-time taught MSc is £20,000 for the full programme; this MSc lasts 1 year. Fees are likely to rise for 2027/28. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is MSc International Food and Agriculture Business?
The course takes 1 year full time (Aberdeen).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 (no subtest below 5.5). Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September 2027. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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