What makes this course unique?

This degree is build to develop student knowledge so that they can become an innovative and valuable part of the agriculture industry, equipping you with the knowledge, practical skills, and adaptability to be able to navigate a range of roles.

Join an established provider with excellent reputation and industry links
Learn from a fully operational commercial farm demonstrating best practice in agricultural husbandry
Enjoy the opportunity to specialise in one of three pathways
Apply essential science, industry and academic skills to the agricultural industry
Designed to meet industry needs for strong agri-tech skills
Benefit from work placements in both years
Gain a strong grounding in year one and specialise in year 2 with optional modules

View the current programme specification

Qualification:

Level 6

Level of Study:

Undergraduate

Dates:

22/09/2025 - 05/06/2026

Interview:

Not usually

Location:

On Campus

UCAS Code:

D402

Duration:

1 Year

Institution Code:

S34

What will I learn?

Developed with industry leaders, this programme will ensure you have a strong foundation in Agriculture, as well as specialist knowledge in your chosen pathway – crops, livestock or general agriculture.

The specialist course content is outward looking to investigate the opportunities, constraints and influences on the agricultural industry more globally, as well as giving an understanding of marketing methods and diversification opportunities to create a robust business. Essential science, industry experience and academic skills will also boost your employability. Each year will include an assessed work placement as well as a residential field trip to gain even more industry insight.

How will I be assessed?

Final and in-session assessments feature in this programme, allowing you to develop research and study skills as well as technical and expert knowledge. Assessments include completion of a research dissertation, written assignments, presentations, project reports, practical based and online portfolios and examinations.