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The BSc (Hons) Agriculture at Nottingham Trent University provides a practical and scientific understanding of modern farming, sustainability, and agribusiness. It suits students who wish to pursue careers in agricultural management, consultancy, or innovation within the food production sector.
Curriculum structure:
Year 1: Students develop a scientific foundation through modules such as Soil and Plant Science, Livestock Production Systems, and Agricultural Business Management. They gain insights into the biological and environmental factors that influence agricultural productivity.
Year 2: The course deepens practical and managerial knowledge with Crop Production and Agronomy, Farm Business Planning, and Agri-Environmental Management. Students learn to apply data and sustainability principles to improve farm performance and profitability.
Year 3: In the final year, students explore advanced topics through Sustainable Agriculture, Agri-Technology and Innovation, and a Research Project. This stage focuses on integrating science, business, and sustainability to address real-world agricultural challenges.
Focus areas:
Crop science, livestock management, agribusiness, sustainability, technology in agriculture.
Learning outcomes:
Graduates will be able to manage agricultural enterprises, apply scientific knowledge to production systems, and promote sustainable and efficient farming practices.
Professional alignment (accreditation):
Accredited by the Royal Agricultural Society of England (RASE) and designed in consultation with industry professionals.
Reputation (employability rankings):
Nottingham Trent University is recognised among the UK’s top modern universities for agriculture and land-based studies (Guardian 2024) with strong graduate employability outcomes in the agricultural sector.
This programme focuses on applying modern agricultural science and business management through extensive hands-on experience at the University's commercial farm. Students develop practical skills in crop and livestock production using industry-standard technology and data analysis tools. This applied approach is delivered through:
Brackenhurst Campus Farm: Access to the University's 200-hectare commercial farm with dairy, sheep, and arable enterprises, plus the Crop Enterprise Centre for practical crop management and research.
Precision Agriculture Technology: Hands-on experience with GPS tractor guidance systems, soil scanning technology, and farm management software for data-driven decision making.
Substantial Research Project: A major final-year project where students conduct original research in areas like sustainable intensification, animal welfare, or agri-technology development.
Industry Collaboration: Opportunities for knowledge exchange and practical projects through NTU's Agricultural Technology Research Cluster and industry partnerships.
Graduates of Nottingham Trent University’s BSc (Hons) Agriculture develop a strong command of sustainable farming, agri-business management, and agri-technologies such as drones, data systems, and robotics. They are prepared for employment in a range of roles including Farm Manager, Agricultural Consultant, Agronomist, and Environmental Officer:
The Employability Team and Agriculture Industry Advisory Board help students secure placements, internships, and graduate roles through dedicated career coaching, networking events, and links with employers hosted at the Brackenhurst Campus.
Graduate Outcomes data shows 88–90% of graduates employed or pursuing further study within 15 months, with average salaries ranging from £23,000 to £25,000, supported by NTU’s award-winning commitment to graduate employability (97% graduate employment rate across NTU).
The degree’s real-world learning benefits from partnerships with the National Trust, regional farms, and industry stakeholders, enabling students to work alongside professionals on research and technology-led farm projects.
Long-term degree value is enhanced by applied training on NTU’s 200-hectare Brackenhurst Farm, modern climate-controlled glasshouses, and agri-tech laboratories aligned with sustainability goals.
Graduates go on to lead agricultural production and research initiatives, contributing to agri-food innovation, biodiversity management, and climate-smart farming practices.
Further Academic Progression: Graduates may pursue MSc programs such as Sustainable Agriculture, Agri-Food Technology, or Environmental Management at NTU or other universities. They can also progress to PhD-level research in precision agriculture, crop science, or rural sustainability
Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, including an A-level Science subject or equivalent.A-levels: BBCInternational Baccalaureate (IB): 28 pointsIndia (all boards) - Minimum 65% in class XIIUSA- High School Diploma with a 3.0 GPA: plus any one of following SAT- 1090, ACT- 23IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.TOEFL: Overall score of 72 with at least 18 Reading, 17 Listening, 20 Speaking, 17 WritingFarm ManagerAgronomistLivestock Production ManagerPrecision Farming SpecialistAgricultural ConsultantSoil ScientistRural SurveyorAgri-Business ManagerSustainability OfficerLand Agent
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