What will I learn?
Developed with industry leaders, this new 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 three-week 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.
Where can I go from here?
You can progress onto postgraduate study, gain employment with agricultural organisations or use your skills to run your own business.
Modules Covered
Year 1
- Dissertation
- Sustainable Agricultural Systems
- Agricultural Business Development
- Recent Developments In Agriculture
- Advanced Crop Production (Optional)
- Advanced Livestock Production (Optional)
- Further Statistics
- Professional Industrial Development
