Agriculture (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Agriculture (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Be part of the future of food and farming, build the skills for sustainable, resilient and innovative agricultural systems.
Our course takes a progressive, future-focused approach to addressing the evolving needs of agriculture today. Youll explore how the industry must adapt to climate change, shifting policies and global food demands by integrating sustainable practices, innovation and systems thinking.
Through real-world learning on our extensive working farm, you’ll examine the full agri-food supply chain, emerging technologies and the role of agriculture in de...
Be part of the future of food and farming, build the skills for sustainable, resilient and innovative agricultural systems.<br/><br/>Our course takes a progressive, future-focused approach to addressing the evolving needs of agriculture today. Youll explore how the industry must adapt to climate change, shifting policies and global food demands by integrating sustainable practices, innovation and systems thinking.<br/><br/>Through real-world learning on our extensive working farm, you’ll examine the full agri-food supply chain, emerging technologies and the role of agriculture in delivering environmental and social value, preparing you to shape the future of a resilient, responsible industry.<br/><br/><strong>Why ARU?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Immerse yourself in authentic, enquiry-led learning using our 150-hectare estate and working mixed farm<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Discover how technology, innovation and data can create sustainable farming systems that address climate change while ensuring food security<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Accelerate your career through placements, industry collaborations and a strong alumni network across agribusinesses<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Collaborate on real-world challenges through live briefs, research projects and industry events to shape tomorrow’s food systems<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain confidence and leadership skills from multidisciplinary experts to drive change in global agriculture<br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Writtle Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
DF02
Institution Code
A60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32
a minimum of 32 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A Level grade E or above Applicants should achieve 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, to include English and preferably Maths. Equivalent qualifications in lieu of GCSEs may also be considered.
Scottish Higher
32 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. This must include a minimum of one Higher grade D.
Access to HE Diploma
32 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, to include a minimum of one Higher at H3 or above. This must also include Maths and English Language at a minimum of Standard Level S3 if equivalent GCSE's have not been obtained.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
PPP in an Extended Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
32 UCAS tariff points in the Irish Leaving Certificate. This must include a minimum of one Highers at H4.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |















































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