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Agriculture BSc (Hons)

UK

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What will I learn?

Combine scientific principles with the latest in agricultural innovation across crops, animal production and business management. At Nottingham we take an applied approach. You'll build your science and practical knowledge throughout the course, and you can tailor your degree as you progress to find your specialism You will learn how to use the science of agriculture to sustainably tackle global challenges, such as how to feed a growing population.

You will be taught by subject specialists and researchers. This means you will gain knowledge of the most rapidly developing areas of agriculture. You will benefit from a range of modules to develop your practical skills and experience across agricultural sectors.

The scientific and practical skills you'll learn on this course will prepare you for a career in agriculture. We have strong links with industry which can help improve your employability. This includes the opportunity to work on a placement, visit external farms, and be exposed to commercial organisations..

Sutton Bonington Campus is home to the University Farm and Dairy Centre. The farm is commercially run, with facilities for research and teaching. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved on the farm and develop new skills.

Modules will cover topics including:

Sustainability in Agricultural Systems
Animal Biology
Applied crop science
Economic Analysis
Livestock Production
Rural business management

Why Choose this course
3rd in the UK for Agriculture and Forestry (Complete University Guide 2025)
4th in the UK for Agriculture and Forestry (QS World University Rankings 2024)
With no prior farming experience needed for entry you will have the chance to learn and see agricultural systems in operation. Both through the University Farm and visits to external farms.

You can gain real experience:
Grow, manage, and market your own crop or help manage different livestock species.
Optional Year in Industry available, this occurs between years 2 and 3.
You will learn in a range of settings from teaching and research specialists with expertise across the agricultural business sector.

Study abroad:
On many of our Faculty of Science courses, you get the chance to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world.

Careers overview:

You will graduate with comprehensive knowledge in agricultural science and agri-business management. Careers range from farm management to specialist consultancy positions in agriculture and related industries.

You could work as an agronomist, in supply chain management, or marketing and communications roles within the agricultural and food-related industries.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£30,750.00 (33,50,403) per year
Administration charges - (Payment administration - 90)

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please

Start date

September 2025

Venue

Sutton Bonington Campus

Sutton Bonington,

Sutton Bonington,

Leicestershire,

LE12 5RD, England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For students from Hong Kong

at least one science-based subjects at A level preferred subjects: biology, chemistry, maths, physics, or geography and two additional A level or equivalent. A pass is required in science practicals where taken.Citizenship studies, critical thinking, general studies and leisure studies not accepted.

For international students

A level
BBB
 

Required subjects
A level

 

BBB including a science-based A Level such as Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Geology and Statistics, or BBC including a science-based A Level plus an A in the EPQ

 

GCSE

GCSE mathematics and English language or literature with 4(C) or above.

 

Excluded subjects
Science and Society, Leisure Studies, General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies

 

IB score
28 points overall or 555 in 3 HL certificates
 

IB requirements
5HL in a science-based subject such as Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies.
 

RQF BTEC Nationals

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma Applied Science DDM
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma Applied Science (Biomedical Science) DDM 
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma Agriculture DDM
 

Other applications are assessed on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. We will consider the following:

RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma DDM
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma DM + A Level grade B
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate D + A Levels grades BC
The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.

 

Access to HE Diploma

 

Applications are assessed on an individual basis. Where an offer is made, our standard requirements are:

 

Access to HE Diploma 21 graded Level 3 credits at Distinction; 18 graded Level 3 credits at Merit (including 15 credits from acceptable science units) plus 6 graded Level 3 credits at Pass.

 

English language requirements:
IELTS: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)
TOEFL (iBT): 80 (with a minimum of 17 in writing and listening, 18 in reading and 20 in speaking)

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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