Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) - BSc (Hons), CertHE

Program Overview

ARU Writtle's BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) focuses on sustainable livestock practices, soil health, and the integration of livestock and crops. Through practical assessments, examinations, and hands-on learning, students gain expertise in livestock production, technology, and management, preparing them for careers in the food and beverage industry, research, and further study.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

ARU Writtle's BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) is the first of its kind in the UK. This course responds to the changes in the agricultural sector, policy-making, and consumer behavior. It focuses on livestock with modules on livestock production, technology, and management. This program emphasizes soil health and the integration of livestock. Students will learn about minimizing soil disturbance, maintaining soil cover, reducing pesticide and artificial fertilizer use, and using grass leys to build fertility and provide food for livestock. The course explores how farm-level practices can contribute to broader goals of resilient local food chains, providing ecosystem services, and mitigating climate change.

Outline:

Year 1

• Graduate, Professional Skills (15 credits)
• Principles of Sustainable Development (15 credits)
• Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture (30 credits)
• Biological Processes (15 credits)
• Climate Soils and Land Use (15 credits)
• Global and Local Food Systems (15 credits)
• Agribusiness Management for a Circular Economy (15 credits)

Year 2

• Academic and Professional Development (30 credits)
• Organic and Sustainable Farming (15 credits)
• Agroforestry (15 credits)
• Livestock Production Systems (15 credits)
• Issues and Solutions in Production (15 credits)
• Political and Economic Contexts (15 credits)

Year 3

• Dissertation (30 credits)
• Natural Resource Management (15 credits)
• Livestock Technology (15 credits)
• Developments in Livestock Production (15 credits)
• Integrating Science, Crop, and Livestock Management (15 credits)
• Sustainable Business Solutions (30 credits)

Assessment:

Students' progress is assessed through various methods, including:

• Practical assessments with livestock and crops
• Examinations (multiple choice and essay questions)
• Presentations (individual and group)
• Essays and technical reports
• Assessed seminars
• Case studies
• Experimental work and laboratory reports
• Poster presentations
• Debates
• Dissertation

Teaching:

Students learn through:

• Face-to-face campus teaching
• Online learning systems
• Practical sessions on the farm and in laboratories
• Fieldwork
• Guest lectures from industry experts

Careers:

Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in the food and beverage industry, which is the largest manufacturing sector in the UK. Opportunities include:

• Research
• Agronomy
• Farm management
• Land agency
• International development projects
• Policy advisor
• Agricultural journalism
• Technical manager
• Produce/buyer/food quality jobs
• Production specialist
The program also provides a foundation for further study, such as an MBA in Agribusiness.

Tuition Fees and Payment Information:

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

• £9,250

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

• £13,900

Payment:

• You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments.
• We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter.