Environmental challenges mean that crop science is now a vital subject for our future. There is a growing demand for major food crops and the production of biofuels.
You'll develop your understanding of crop science, management skills and commercial awareness. You can get a closer look at current practice around the UK on the Agronomy Field Course. You'll see how growers use crop physiology understanding to inform their management practices.
Sutton Bonington Campus is home to the University Farm and Dairy Centre. The farm is commercially run, with facilities for research and teaching. Farm staff contribute to the teaching on our degree programmes.
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Modules
Year 1
You will develop your knowledge of the biological sciences that support crop production.
Year 2
This year, you'll be introduced to economics and marketing, and how this is applied in agriculture. You'll gain a further understanding of agronomy, using practical sessions to apply your knowledge.
Core modules
Optional modules
Year 3
You'll choose a research project to suit your interests, which can be undertaken on the University Farm or as part of an industry placement year. You can start your project in year two to allow you to spend a full growing season studying a field crop for your research.
Core modules
Optional modules
Agrics Society
The student Agrics Society host many events throughout the year including trips to a variety of farms, guest speakers and socials in Nottingham and locally. They organise training and certifications using university facilities such as tractor licenses.
Opportunities in this sector are likely to increase as environmental constraints and growing demand require greater efficiency in crop production.
Roles include:
You could work as a consultant or in agrochemical and produce marketing roles. You may decide to follow a research career in further education or industry.
Insurance-Single: 300 GBP/year
