Course summary
Our Rural Enterprise Management programme engages students in contemporary business thinking and prepares you to contribute to a more responsible business future. The course focuses on how business can become the solution to both local and global issues, rather than the cause of them. A key part of the programme is understanding the green economyand the circular economy, as well as exploring modern concepts such as neurodiversity in the workplace. We believe there is a need to move away from traditional, profit-focused business models and shift towards sustainable and ethical approaches. This course aims to equip you with the tools to succeed in the growing field of rural enterprise management. You will learn about the unique characteristics, challenges, and opportunities faced by rural enterprises, and how to manage them effectively. This includes a strong focus on the rural economy, business environments, and how they operate within a changing global context. Throughout the programme, you will adopt a forward-thinking mindset, considering the impact of your decisions on both business and society. This future-facing approach will prepare you to contribute to sustainable futures, ensuring that businesses play a positive role in the world. As a student, you will develop a range of professional and intellectual skills, including critical thinking, complex problem solving, creativity, and reflection. These are vital skills that will support your development in professional environments. Additionally, you will enhance your transferable management skills, giving you the flexibility to pursue various
Modules
Year One – Level 4 In your first year, you will build a strong foundation in business management, with a focus on sustainability and the rural economy. You’ll explore modules such as Global Business Challenges, Financial Management for Business Sustainability, and Sustainable Enterprise. These will help you understand the key issues facing businesses today, both locally and globally. Compulsory Global Business Challenges (20 credits) Financial Management for Business Sustainability (20 credits) Contemporary Management Approaches (20 credits) Distinctiveness and Regeneration (20 credits) Learning and Collaboration for Global Citizenship (20 credits) Sustainable Enterprise (20 credits) Year Two – Level 5 Your second year will dive deeper into rural business dynamics and the impact of innovation and policy. You’ll study modules such as Technological Change and Innovation, Rural Business and Diversification, and Rural Resilience. These will equip you with skills in research, analysis, and managing the unique challenges of rural enterprises. Compulsory Technological Change and Innovation (20 credits) Business Inquiry & Research (20 credits) Internship and Volunteerism (20 Credits) Politics and Policy Analysis (20 Credits) Rural Business and Diversification (20 credits) Rural Resilience (20 credits) Optional International Mobility Opportunity (60 Credits) Year Three – Level 6 In your final year, you’ll apply your learning in real-world settings through a work-based placement and advanced modules such as Strategies for Resilience and Prosperity and Project Management for Sustainability. You’ll also undertake a Sustainable Business Dissertation, allowing you to focus on an area of interest within rural enterprise management, preparing you for a successful career. Compulsory Globally Responsible Business (20 credits) Strategies for Resilience and Prosperity (20 credits) Sustainable Business Dissertation (40 Credits) Project Management for Sustainability (20 credits) Social Entrepreneurship (20 credits)
Assessment method
The Rural Enterprise Management programme is assessed by a combination of innovative and more traditional methods which are designed to develop students’ understanding, problem-solving and creative thinking during their three years of study. Assessments are closely linked to learning activities, where students build understanding and skills in weekly sessions, and are able to learn from formative assessment throughout the programme.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
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Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 88 points
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £13500 | Year 1 |
| International | £13500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP