What makes this course unique?
This Agriculture degree enables graduates to become an innovative and valuable part of the industry, equipping you with the knowledge, practical skills, and adaptability to be able to navigate a range of leadership roles in Agriculture.
With sustainability embedded through all modules and course content continuously adapted according to sector demands, we aim to future‑proof Agriculture through understanding how to more sustainably and regeneratively work with nature to produce food and other critical products and services.
Qualification: Level 6
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Duration: 3 years full-time
Sandwich Year: Optional additional one year industry placement available
UCAS Code: D400
Institution Code: S34
What you’ll learn
You will gain a deep understanding of the fundamentals of agricultural production, the underpinning science and the ability to apply this knowledge to practice. We investigate a range of practices, focusing on sustainable and regenerative agriculture but also comparing to more traditional techniques, as well as debating and critiquing the ever‑changing legislation that has shaped, and continues to shape, UK agriculture. Farm business management is embedded throughout to ensure that you have all the ability required to run a profitable and sustainable business.
Modules
YEAR ONE – SOLID FOUNDATIONS
- Academic Skills
- Industrial Experience
- Fundamentals of Agricultural Science
- Agricultural Mechanisation
- Livestock Production
- Crop Production
- Farm Environment & Wildlife
YEAR TWO – GET JOB READY
- Industrial Development
- Statistics and Research Methods
- Agricultural Policies and Legislation
- Farm Business Management
- Livestock Nutrition
- Agronomy
- Livestock Breeding & Welfare
YEAR THREE – EMBRACE CHALLENGE
- Agricultural Business Development
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems
- Advances in Agroecology (optional)
- Advances in Agronomy (optional)
- Advances in Livestock Production (optional)
- Dissertation and Data Analysis
- Regenerative Agriculture
How you’ll be assessed
Our assessments mirror the challenges you will face in your career, combining academic depth with practical application:
- Open and closed book exams
- Academic debates
- Farm management plans and investment appraisals
- Practical skills assessments
- Presentations including posters, talks and vlogs
- Scientific reports and portfolios
How you’ll be taught
Contact time: Three days per week plus independent study time.
Entry requirements
A Level: Three A Level passes, including two at grade C or above one of which should be in a science
BTEC Ext. Diploma: DMM
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Ext. Diploma (1080): DMM in an appropriate pathway
BTEC Diploma: N/A
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720): N/A
T Levels: Merit in a relevant subject
Access to HE: A Merit profile in a relevant Access course with 96 tariff points including a minimum of 15 credits at merit in science based units
International Baccalaureate: 24 points with HL Science at 4
Plus GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
Access to Higher Education
Thinking about studying a degree but want to build your academic skills first? Our one‑year Access to HE courses can help you get there offering a great platform for mature learners to gain the skills and qualifications needed to continue onto land-based or veterinary sciences degrees in the future.
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