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Agriculture at Anglia Ruskin University - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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Anglia Ruskin University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

22Nov
Anglia Ruskin University - Undergraduate Open Day - Chelmsford
Undergraduate
22Nov
Anglia Ruskin University - Undergraduate Open Day - Writtle
Undergraduate
22Nov
ARU Peterborough - Undergraduate Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

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. You'll 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 delivering environmental and social value, preparing you to shape the future of a resilient, responsible industry. Why ARU?

  • Immerse yourself in authentic, enquiry-led learning using our 150-hectare estate and working mixed farm
  • Discover how technology, innovation and data can create sustainable farming systems that address climate change while ensuring food security
  • Accelerate your career through placements, industry collaborations and a strong alumni network across agribusinesses
  • Collaborate on real-world challenges through live briefs, research projects and industry events to shape tomorrow’s food systems
  • Gain confidence and leadership skills from multidisciplinary experts to drive change in global agriculture

Modules

Year 1: Into ARU Ecosystems and Sustainable Development (30 credits) Agricultural Systems in Action (45 credits) Transforming Agriculture (Towards Net Zero) 15 credits Biological Processes (15 credits) Agribusiness Management for a Circular Economy (15 credits) Year 2: Farm Teams (30 credits) High Welfare Animal Production (15 credits) Research Methods (15 credits) Political and Economic Contexts of Value Chains (15 credits) Fresh Produce Production (15 credits) Ruskin Module (15 credits) Year 3: Dissertation (Agriculture) 30 credits Business Consultancy Project (30 credits) Natural Resource Management (15 credits) Contemporary Issues in Food Production (15 credits) Science Innovative and Intelligent Agriculture (15 credits) Resilient Future Farming - Animal Production (15 credits) Resilient Future Farming - Novel and Global Crops (15 credits)

Assessment method

Students are assessed in a variety of ways, these include. Practical assessments with both livestock and crops Examinations – both multiple choice and essay questions Presentations – both individually and in small groups Essays and technical reports Assessed seminars Case studies Experimental work and laboratory reports Poster presentations Debates Dissertation

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
D401
Institution code:
A60
Campus name:
Writtle Campus
Campus code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
85%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-study/help-with-finances/undergraduate https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/tuition-fees
Agriculture at Anglia Ruskin University - UCAS