- Duration
This programme is a full BSc (Hons) degree that can be completed in two years, rather than three years. You will study Level 4, 5 and 6 modules delivered over six terms on a hybrid learning basis.
- Attendance
- Students will attend campus 1 week with seminars, lectures, practicals and more - with the remaining 3 weeks delivered remotely with academic and industry supported study.
- Location
- Plumpton College
Course Overview
This programme has been informed by the significant changes in the UK agricultural industry both post-Brexit and in the context of climate change as well as global challenges in sustainability, food security and natural resource management. It aims to equip students with the critical skills and knowledge to develop and manage agri-food businesses both in the UK and internationally.
This undergraduate course will run over two calendar years as an accelerated degree, getting you into employment faster and reducing the time to qualify and tutition costs. The programme will draw on developing theories of sustainable and regenerative agriculture incorporating a practical focus where employability, communication, entrepreneurial problem-solving skills and management expertise will be key outcomes. The Government’s clear policy direction towards a low carbon environmentally sustainable economy will demand new and adaptive skills, which are not readily available in traditional course structures.
The programme aims to:
- Develop a thorough knowledge and practical understanding of current agricultural management techniques and principles and be able to evaluate and apply these appropriately.
- Investigate and evaluate new and adaptive skills, competencies emerging in the agricultural and land management environments, with particular reference to changing society and policy pressures.
- Communicate accurately, confidently, and appropriately to a variety of audiences using a range of formats and employing appropriate technical language
- Identify and work towards personal, academic and career targets including the development of appropriate agricultural management skills
Entry Requirements
We consider a wide range of Level 3 qualifications with UCAS Tariff points, specifically:
- A Level: three subjects (BCC)
- BTEC National: Extended Diploma (DMM)
- International Baccalaureate: 26 Points overall
- Access to HE in Chemistry and/or Biology: 104 Points
We also consider alternative qualifications at Level 3, such as OCR Cambridge Technical, AQA Tech-Level, and a range of international qualifications at Level 3 equivalent.
We also consider applicants with relevant industrial experience if over 21 years of age.
We expect a minimum of five GCSEs, including Mathematics and English at grade 4 or above (grade C or above under the A*-G system).
Students with English as a second language will be required to have gained IELTS at 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing.
Bursaries
Students aged 18+ studying any of our University Courses could be entitled to financial support depending on eligibility criteria which could help fund travel, accommodation, course equipment, or more.
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Course Fees
Depending on your course, you will pay a set tuition fee per academic year.
| University Course | Fee per academic year |
| Undergraduate full time* | £9,000 |
| Undergraduate part time | £4,500 |
| Sandwich year out | £1,500 |
| Accelerated degree full time | £10,800 |
| Postgraduate full time | £12,300 (whole course) |
Student Finance England provides financial support for students entering higher and postgraduate education in the UK, on behalf of the Government. Learn more here.
*Please note tuition fees for the BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy degree is £8,000 per academic year (full time).
Equipment/ PPE
Students studying a University Course may be required to purchase equipment such as a uniform, PPE, or kit before starting their course.
