Agriculture FdSc
University Centre Askham Bryan
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Our FdSc Agriculture programme, has been crafted to help equip you with the essential academic foundation, technical skills, and managerial acumen needed to excel in todays dynamic agricultural landscape.Throughout this modular programme, youll get the opportunity to delve into livestock management, crop production, and the intricate integration of diverse agricultural systems. Our approach to delivery aims to support you in blending industry experience with ongoing education and ...Read more

Our FdSc Agriculture programme, has been crafted to help equip you with the essential academic foundation, technical skills, and managerial acumen needed to excel in today's dynamic agricultural landscape.Throughout this modular programme, you'll get the opportunity to delve into livestock management, crop production, and the intricate integration of diverse agricultural systems. Our approach to delivery aims to support you in blending industry experience with ongoing education and training.Experience a blend of theory and practice as you delve into livestock and crop production, sustainable environmental practices, and the latest advancements in agricultural technology. Our modular approach supports you in balancing your studies with real-world work experience, ensuring that your learning journey aligns with the demands of the industry. Resources available to University Centre Askham Bryan students, include the 238-hectare Home Farm, provide a rich learning environment where you can immerse yourself in the daily operations of a modern agricultural enterprise. Engage directly with a milking herd of 200 cows, utilise state-of-the-art precision beef facilities, and explore the latest in crop cultivation techniques. There is also our £2.4 million Agri-Tech Innovation Centre, equipped with the DeLaval Digital Farm and robotic milker, offering hands-on training in advanced agricultural and engineering practices. Real-time data analysis tools provide insights into dairy cow performance, while cutting-edge software aggregates on-farm data to enhance your understanding of enterprise performance. This course is 2-years full time (part-time study may also be available – contact he@askham-bryan.ac.uk for more information about part-time study). This programme is awarded by Askham Bryan College.

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Agriculture
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 69 = 31% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
31%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
88%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Agriculture graduate salary at this uni
£15,500
UK Agriculture graduate salary
£16,000
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
07 Feb 20

So far my experience at university has been great. I am on the student union as well as being a student ambassador. This offers me the chance to take part in different activities..Read more

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UCAS Tariff:

64 Grades / Points required

64 UCAS Tariff Points from full Level 3 qualifications plus 5 GCSE's at Grade 4/C to include English, Maths & Science. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted in lieu of GCSEs.

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Wales

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£14,000 per year

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£14,000 per year

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£14000 Per year

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SR
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07 Feb 20
Agriculture BSc (Hons)
So far my experience at university has been great. I am on the student union as well as being a student ambassador. This offers me the chance to take part in different activities...
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University Centre Askham Bryan
University Centre Askham Bryan Askham Bryan York YO23 3FR United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  2.4 miles away

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