Program Overview

Introduction to Agri-Business Management BSc Honours

The Agri-Business Management BSc Honours course is designed to prepare students for an exciting career managing businesses involved in taking products through the supply chain, from farms to global markets. This applied course combines business management skills with key challenges of securing a sustainable food supply for this and future generations.

Course Overview

The course covers key topics such as:

• Food economics and management of agri-food businesses
• Food policy and its implications for businesses and consumers
• Gathering evidence through data analysis to support sound decisions
• Agriculture, food production, and supply chains
• Consumer studies and marketing management
• Sustainable business practice

Quality and Ranking

Newcastle University is a Global Top 140 University (QS World University Rankings 2026) and has seen a 65% increase in research power since 2014 (Research Excellence Framework 2021). The university is also ranked Top 25 in the UK and Top 100 in the world for sustainable development (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024).

Modules and Learning

The course is divided into stages, with each stage lasting one academic year. Students complete modules totaling 120 credits by the end of each stage. The teaching is informed by research, and course content may change periodically to reflect developments in the discipline.

Stage 1

In the first year, students study foundation modules providing a comprehensive introduction to topics such as marketing and consumer behavior, agri-food business management, sustainability, and economics.

Compulsory Modules

• Introductory Macroeconomics (10 credits)
• Introduction to Business Management (10 credits)
• Agri-Food Supply Chains (10 credits)
• Sustainability in Practice (20 credits)
• Introduction to Marketing and Consumer Behaviour (20 credits)
• Introductory Business Economics (10 credits)
• Academic and Professional Skills (20 credits)
• Introduction to Sustainability (20 credits)

Stage 2

During the second year, students cover more complex topics, including agricultural economics and policy, marketing strategy, sustainable business practice, and global agri-food supply chains. Students also choose 40 credits of optional modules.

Compulsory Modules

• Marketing Strategy (20 credits)
• Agricultural Economics and Policy (10 credits)
• Qualitative Research Methods (10 credits)
• Dissertation and Research Preparation (10 credits)
• Sustainable Solutions (10 credits)
• Global Agri-Food Supply Chains (10 credits)

Optional Modules

• Introduction to Non-Specialist Accounting and Finance (20 credits)
• Human Resource Management (20 credits)
• Introduction to Business Law (20 credits)
• Arable Crops (10 credits)
• Farm Business Management (10 credits)
• Sustainable animal production systems (20 credits)
• Consumer and Business Economics (20 credits)
• New Food Product Development (20 credits)

Stage 3

By the final year, students are studying advanced topics designed to prepare them for their future careers. As well as core modules such as food economics and marketing metrics, students can choose from specialist areas including applied animal nutrition, consumer psychology, and food innovation consultancy.

Compulsory Modules

• Advanced Agri-Business Management (20 credits)
• Data & Marketing Analytics (10 credits)
• Food Business Economics (10 credits)

Optional Modules

• Law and Land Use (10 credits)
• Career Development for final year students (20 credits)
• Global Agri-Food Supply Chains (10 credits)
• Applied Farm Business Management (20 credits)
• Your Future - occupational awareness (10 credits)
• Countryside Management (20 credits)
• Agri-food Business Management and Marketing Dissertation (30 credits)
• Global Food Policy (10 credits)
• Agrifood Communication and Behaviour Change (10 credits)
• Sustainable Development and Environmental Valuation (10 credits)
• Food Innovation Consultancy (30 credits)

Opportunities

The course provides opportunities for study abroad, work placements, and research projects. Students can spend a semester or a full academic year studying at one of the university's partner institutions overseas. The work placement is a great opportunity to gain practical experience, acquire key business skills, and make industry contacts.

Facilities and Environment

The Agriculture Building is the home of the agri-food business and land management degrees and is located on the university's city-centre campus. The building has state-of-the-art facilities, including a test kitchen and the award-winning Centre for Rural Economy. Students also have access to two commercial farms, Cockle Park Farm and Nafferton Farm, where they can gain practical experience.

Your Future

The Agri-Business Management BSc can provide a route into various careers across a broad range of industries. Having gained specialist knowledge, as well as transferable business skills, students will be prepared for roles in the food and retailing sector as well as the land-based and business sectors. Previous graduates have taken roles at organizations such as Greggs, M&S Food, Iceland, KPMG, Morrisons, Unilever, Waitrose, and Arla.

Entry Requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis, and the university accepts a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements and offers below apply to 2026 entry.

• A-Level: ABB excluding General Studies. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required if not taken at A or AS Level.
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points. Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.

Tuition Fees and Scholarships

The 2026 entry home fees have not yet been confirmed. International students will pay £31,500 per year. The university offers a range of scholarships, including Vice-Chancellor's automatic and merit-based scholarships.

Open Days and Events

The university holds regular open days and events, providing opportunities for prospective students to visit the campus, meet academic staff, and find out more about the courses and student life.

How to Apply

To apply for undergraduate study at Newcastle University, students must use the online application system managed by the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). The university's UCAS name and institution codes are NEWC/N21.

Get in Touch

For more information about the Agri-Business Management BSc Honours course, please contact the university's admissions team.