Regenerative Food and Farming

When examining environmental and social sustainability, food systems are key. Sustainable farming practices can regenerate natural resources and rural economies, but they are only feasible if supported by retailers and consumers. Consumer choices are governed by culture: education, cost, marketing and convenience. In order to create a more sustainable food system, we must first understand the system as a whole. Where are the barriers and opportunities? Where are the entry points for effective change? How can we build a thriving and resilient food and farming sector? What roles will food production and food enterprise play in shaping future food systems? The BSc in Regenerative Food and Farming gives you the opportunity to explore leading-edge alternatives to mainstream agricultural practices and food systems. Students will do this through a programme of integrated experiential learning, study alongside expert faculty and practitioners, meaningful work placement, and guided independent projects. During your time in Schumacher College’s BSc in Regenerative Food and Farming, you will live and learn in a residential community environment on the stunning 1,200-acre Dartington Estate, which has been devoted to exploring sustainable agricultural practices since its establishment in 1925. In 2012, we renewed this focus with a manifesto to develop the estate land as an exemplar of agroecological practice. Most recently, in 2020, Dartington Trust focused its mission on being a centre for regenerative living and learning which fully integrates ecology, social justice, and the arts in an educational context. Dartington, Totnes and South Devon have a vibrant ethical, local food culture supported by the world-renowned Transition Town Totnes. This setting offers a unique and exciting place from which to explore the future of sustainable and regenerative food and farming.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
80 UCAS points overall to include 1 at HL, to ideally include a science, humanities or business subject. If overseas and not studying English within IB, must have IELTS 6.0 overall with a 5.5 in all other elements.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
80 UCAS points from Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and/or Advanced Diploma to ideally include a science, humanities or business subject.

A level - A*ABC
Minimum of 80 UCAS points at A/AS Level (AA or CCC) or equivalent to ideally include a science, humanities or business subject.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made. 80 UCAS points from an extended diploma (MMM) ideally in a relevant subject (e.g. Horticulture, Arboriculture, Agriculture, Countryside Management), although all applications will be considered individually.

Access to HE Diploma
Access to Higher Education at level 3 - Applications from Access to HE programmes are welcomed, and will be considered on an individual basis. Candidates are interviewed before an offer is made.

Scottish Higher - ABC
80 UCAS points from Scottish Higher, Advance Higher and/or a Scottish Baccalaureate Interdisciplinary Project, to ideally include a science, humanities or business subject.

FOR STUDENTS WHO HOLD A UK PASSPORT OR ARE FROM THE UK All students from the UK should hold at a minimum a GCSE English Language qualification at Grade C or above. FOR STUDENTS WHO LIVE OUTSIDE OF THE UK To meet requirements for a Student Visa to study here, you need to take the UKVI IELTS Academic at an approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) centre You need to achieve a 6.5 overall with a minimum of a 5.5 for each component: reading, writing, listening and speaking. This is equivalent to a B2 level. You can find detailed information about Student Visa English language requirements, including a list of approved centres, via the gov.uk website. Are there any exceptions to this requirement? There are few exceptions. To check if any apply to you, please check the up-to-date information provided by the Home Office. If you believe you are exempt, contact us at [email protected]