BSc (Hons) Agriculture (International)

Hartpury College

United Kingdom, Aberdeen

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Hartpury College

United Kingdom , Aberdeen

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time , Part Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

D404

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2022

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 13,000 / year

Next Intake September-2022

BSc (Hons) Agriculture (International)

About

If you want toâ€¯progress into an agricultural management career, helping to find solutions to the world's most pressing issue of food production and land use, then this course is ideal for you.

You dont need to have an agricultural background; you simply need the passion and drive to work within a fast-changing industry and make that difference.

You'll learn how to build a productive, resilient and sustainable industry -â€¯whether as a farm manager, agronomist, economist, policymaker, researcher, scientist or consultant career opportunities are diverse.

The extensive industry experience of lecturers, an on-campus commercial farm that supplies Muller, Sainsbury's and Glencore, as well as our آ£2 million Agri-Tech Centre will prepare you to make that positive impact on the future.â€¯

You'll have access to 400 hectares of commercial farmland, offering plenty of opportunities to get handson. This, alongside real-world business briefs and industry placements. Youll benefit from up to 980 hours working and applying your knowledge as part of your degree. This includes a supported work placement during each year of study that counts as credits towards your degree meaning you'll graduate ready for employment.

What you'll study

This course covers a broad range of fundamental agricultural topics through core modules. From crop and livestock production systems, to management of the supply chain with business management and sustainability embedded throughout.

In addition to these core topics, youll have a wide range of optional modules to choose from, allowing you to specialise to suit your interests and career goals.

Optional modules change each year in line with student, industry and research demands - you'll find recent topics studied below. You can attend introductory sessions for optional modules before deciding which ones to study.

Level four (year one)

Your first year will focus on developing your underpinning knowledge in crop production, soil management, livestock science, animal husbandry, sustainable production systems and economics. In addition to developing your academic, professional and transferable skills that will equip you to study at higher levels. Youll also complete 280 hours of placement within industry to support your development.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

UCAS | A typical offer for this course is 96-112 UCAS tariff points or equivalent.

GCSE | A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 9 to 4, (or A* to C grades if relevant) or equivalent, to include English Language and Mathematics.

A-Level | Typical offer is CCC-BBC or equivalent. This must include a minimum of two A-Levels.

Vocational Award | Typical offer is MMM-DMM in an Extended Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject.

Access | Typical offer is 96-112 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.

Scottish Highers | Typical offer is 96-112 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. This must include a minimum of two Highers.

The minimum academic entry requirement for this programme is UCAS tariff or equivalent providing this is combined with relevant experience.

We welcome students with equivalent qualifications. Please contact us to discuss.

We may interview mature applicants and those with non-traditional qualifications to ensure this is the right course for you.

Previous learning towards a university-level qualification or relevant work experience may count as credit for this course.

Please contact us for further information:

English Program Requirements

All students need to possess a certain level of English language proficiency before studying with us. This is to ensure you will be successful in your studies and during your time in the UK. You may also need to provide proof of English language proficiency if you are applying for a visa.

The below table details our minimum English language proficiency requirements for all course levels. You may not need to provide proof of English language proficiency if you; are from a country where English is your first language, you studied a course in English such as GCSE English or completed a degree in a UK or majority English speaking country university.

Career

Industry opportunities on this course are diverse, to ensure you develop the skills, experience and connections needed for your graduate career. Many of our students get their graduate roles with their work placement employers

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 13,000 / year

How to Apply

You'll need to apply for full-time degrees (including foundation years and foundation degrees) through UCAS. When they receive your application, UCAS will send you a welcome email and forward your application to us. We'll then review your application and contact you if we need any more details.