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Royal Agricultural UniversityThe BSc (Hons) Agriculture at the Royal Agricultural University provides a balanced mix of scientific, practical, and business knowledge essential for modern farming. It suits students passionate about sustainable food production, farm management, and agricultural innovation.
Curriculum Structure:
Foundation Year:
The foundation year at the Royal Agricultural University provides essential grounding in agricultural science and business. Modules such as Introduction to Agricultural Science, Principles of Biology and the Environment, and Rural Business Fundamentals build core scientific understanding and academic skills.
Year 1:
Students are introduced to the fundamentals of Crop Production, Livestock Science, and Soil and Environment Management. The year builds a strong base in agricultural systems, focusing on how biological and environmental factors influence productivity.
Year 2:
This year deepens understanding through modules such as Farm Business Management, Agri-Technology and Innovation, and Agri-Environmental Policy. Students explore how technology and business planning enhance sustainability and profitability in agriculture.
Placement Year:
An optional placement year allows students to gain industry experience on commercial farms, agribusinesses, or research organizations, developing real-world problem-solving and management skills.
Year 3:
In the final year, modules like Sustainable Farming Systems, Global Food Security, and an Independent Research Project encourage critical thinking and application of knowledge to real agricultural challenges.
Focus Areas: "Crop and livestock production, farm business, sustainability, agri-technology"
Learning Outcomes: "Graduates develop scientific, managerial, and analytical skills to address sustainability and efficiency challenges in agriculture."
Professional Alignment (Accreditation): Accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and aligned with industry and professional agricultural bodies.
Reputation (Employability Rankings): The Royal Agricultural University ranks highly in graduate employability, with a strong reputation for producing skilled professionals in the agri-food and rural business sectors.
This programme is built around hands-on learning at the University's commercial farms and equine centre, providing direct experience with modern farming practices. Students develop practical skills in crop and livestock management using industry-standard technology and business planning tools. This applied approach is delivered through:
RAU Farms and Equine Centre: Access to the University's 250-hectare Farms Estate, including the Centre for Dairy Research (CedAR) and the British Commercial Sheep Unit for practical husbandry and farm business management.
Precision Agriculture Technology: Hands-on experience with GPS-guided machinery, soil and crop sensors, and farm management software like Gatekeeper for data-driven decision making.
Substantial Research Project: A major final-year project where students conduct original research in areas like sustainable intensification, animal nutrition, or agri-tech innovation.
Industry Collaboration: Direct links to the agricultural sector through the RAU's Professional Farm Managers Association and industry-led knowledge exchange programmes.
Graduates of the Royal Agricultural University’s BSc (Hons) Agriculture program with foundation gain multidisciplinary expertise in farm management, crop production, livestock systems, and agribusiness innovation. They are prepared for roles such as Farm Manager, Agricultural Consultant, Agronomist, and Rural Policy Adviser:
The RAU Careers Service and Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Centre help students secure placements, access career mentoring, and build networks through employer links and the university’s annual Agriculture Careers Fair.
Graduate employability is exceptional, with over 95% of graduates in work or further study within six months and average entry-level salaries ranging between £26,000–£30,000, reflecting strong professional outcomes.
The degree is supported by partnerships with key industry bodies including the Organic Research Centre (ORC), NFU, CLA, and a network of commercial farms, which provide live projects, placements, and research collaborations.
Long-term professional credibility is strengthened by RAU’s 175-year history as a specialist land-based university and its reputation for producing industry-ready agricultural leaders and innovators.
Graduates consistently secure positions in agri-business, consultancy, sustainability management, and agricultural policy across the UK and globally.
Further Academic Progression: Graduates may continue to postgraduate programs such as MSc Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security, MSc Agricultural Technology and Innovation, or MBA in Rural Enterprise at RAU or other universities. Research-oriented graduates often pursue PhD studies in crop science, agri-policy, or regenerative land management
A-Level: (example grades EEE) – minimum of 48 UCAS tariff points across either three A-levels or two A-levels and two AS level subjects or equivalent qualificationsGCSE minimum five GCSEs at Grade C/4 including English Language and Mathematics (or Maths Numeracy for Welsh applicants) plus satisfactory level 3 qualificationsInternational Baccalaureate: 24 pointsIETS Score- Band score 6.0 overall or above with no less than 5.5 in each component of the ‘academic’ IELTS testTOEFL Score- Min. overall 80 with no less than 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking and 17 in WritingIndia- Successful completion of Standard XII with a minimum of: 60% ( for ICSE/CBSE/ISC/West Bengal Boards) 70% (for all other boards)USA- Applicants with US qualifications should hold a High School Diploma with a GPA of 3.0 Environmental GeologistsGeo-HydrologistslocateGeo-MorphologistsHydrologistsMineralogistsMarine GeologistsPetroleum GeologistsPaleontologistsSeismologistsStratigraphers
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