BSc (Hons) Sustainable Agriculture Top-up

Progression to the BSc (Hons) programme will enable you to amplify the academic and interpersonal skills acquired on your foundation degree, whilst also developing new critical thinking skills required of agricultural graduates.

You will evaluate key advances in agricultural sciences and technologies and analyse their contribution towards sustainable development, such as improved food security and integrity, whilst reducing the environmental impact of the food-chain. You will also consider the role of strategic management and leadership on developing economic and social viability in agri-businesses and communities.

• Training on our commercial farm — a regional  centre  for  agricultural  education
• Developing research skills using new state-of-the-art  technologies,  including our Lely Astronaut A5 automated robotic milking systems and Data Hub
• Vertical  farming  unit  and  hydroponic glasshouse
• Research projects run by the Institute of Sustainability & Food Innovation (IoSFI) and the  Reaseheath  Sustainability Committee
• Field trips and study for additional industry-recognised  qualifications

• GCE Advanced level and Advanced VCEs, UCAS Tariff Points, General or Vocational A Levels (6 unit award) A – 120 pts B – 100 pts C – 80 pts D – 60 pts E – 40 pts
• BTEC/EDEXCEL National Certificates and Diplomas/Extended Diplomas
• Relevant Access to Higher Education courses
• Full Diploma of the International Baccalaureate
• Scottish ‘Highers’
• Irish Leaving Certificate with 2 or 3 subjects at the Higher level at Grade C
• Advanced Modern Apprenticeships
• NVQs at Level 3 or above
• Overseas qualifications where these are deemed to be the equivalent of the UK qualifications listed above

• Farm/Unit Management
• Farm and Environmental Consultancy
• Animal Health Advisory & Sales
• Animal Genetics Advisory & Sales
• Farm Business Analyst
• Vet Technician
• Agronomist
• Vertical Farm Manager
• Glasshouse Manager
• Research and Development
• Lecturer/Education