Combine crop and animal production with business management and marketing. At Nottingham we take an applied approach. You'll build your science, business and practical knowledge throughout the course. You will learn how to use the science of agriculture to sustainably tackle global challenges, such as how to feed a growing population.
You'll be taught by subject specialists and researchers. This means you'll gain knowledge of the most rapidly developing areas of agriculture. You will benefit from field course modules to develop your practical skills and experience.
The scientific and practical skills you'll learn on this course will prepare you for a career in agriculture. We have strong links with industry which can help improve your employability. This includes the opportunity to work on a placement, visit external farms, and be taught by commercial organisations. We also work with agricultural consultancy, ADAS, and Hutchinsons, a leading agronomy company in the UK.
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'll study the biological processes that make up plant and animal life. Applying this to the current situation on farms and to the food chain.
Year 2
You'll study a range of modules from livestock and crop production, and business management. You can choose two to three optional modules, we've included some of our most popular modules below.
Core modules
Optional modules
Year 3
You can choose your final year research project to suit your interests. It can be carried out on the University Farm or as part of an industry placement year.
You can then choose four to eight optional modules, below are some of the most popular.
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.
You will graduate with comprehensive knowledge in agricultural science and agro-business management. Careers range from farm management to specialist consultancy positions in agriculture and related industries.
You could work as an agronomist, in supply chain management, or marketing and communications roles within the agricultural and food-related industries.
Job roles of our previous students include:
Insurance-Single: 300 GBP/year
