Agriculture (level 4) CertHE
Writtle University College
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Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE

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We are pleased to confirm that Writtle University College and ARU (Anglia Ruskin University) are joining together. The merger will happen during the 23/24 academic year. Writtle’s full range of Higher and Further Education courses will continue to be delivered on site at the Writtle campus, enhanced by resources available at nearby ARU. If you are starting your course in September 2024, your degree will be awarded by ARU. Find out more about ARU, including our recent Gold rating in the Teaching ...Read more

We are pleased to confirm that Writtle University College and ARU (Anglia Ruskin University) are joining together. The merger will happen during the 23/24 academic year. Writtle’s full range of Higher and Further Education courses will continue to be delivered on site at the Writtle campus, enhanced by resources available at nearby ARU. If you are starting your course in September 2024, your degree will be awarded by ARU. Find out more about ARU, including our recent Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, at www.aru.ac.uk


Why you should study Agriculture at WUC...

- We are situated in the main arable region of Essex with access to many farms including our own 100 hectares of crop production together with pig, sheep and cattle units. - You will have the opportunity to use both the Writtle farm and the close links with industry via study tours to widen your knowledge and experience. - You will get hands-on with our arable land, a variety of livestock and machinery in practical assignments and teaching sessions.- You will receive interactive teaching throughout, developing leadership skills while building confidence in the contribution you can make to the industry.- We place an emphasis on making science applied and highly relevant, providing you with a deep understanding of the reasons behind agricultural management decisions. - We welcome students from both farming and non-farming backgrounds. Extra tutorial support is provided to build up an understanding of the sector and develop academic skills if you need it. - You will learn from expert academic staff who have fantastic connections within the UK and across Europe.- You will benefit from modern assessment strategies, which are not just about exams, but also real-life case studies and presentations.- We produce award-winning and high-profile alumni, including two of the last three farm ministers.- You will have opportunities for frequent interaction with lecturers providing one-to-one feedback and a personal approach to students.The Higher Certificate course is intended to provide a taster of studying Agriculture at higher education level. It covers aspects of agricultural science, crop production and livestock production, as well as allowing students to gain an appreciation of the industry. Students will also acquire the study skills necessary to enable them to progress to a higher award if desired. A Higher Certificate has been designed to enable students to progress to Diploma of Higher Education or Honours degree programmes following completion.

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What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
04 Apr 14

Writtle college is an excellent university. I have really enjoyed my time here as an agriculture student. The social life is amazing and the best part of being here, the farming..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
04 Apr 14

There is a really good and friendly atmosphere on campus all of the lecturers are really helpful and I am having a fantastic time here. I would certainly recommend this..Read more

Modules

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Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

48 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

PPP Grades / Points required

48 UCAS tariff points, to include 1 x B & 1 x C

48 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or aboveA minimum of four GCSEs grade A*–C (9-4) including, English Language, Mathematics and Science

Writtle University College welcomes applicants studying Access to HE Diploma courses. For more information please contact admissions@writtle.ac.uk

Total (IB) Diploma point score of 24 or more

48 UCAS tariff points, to include 2 x H4 (B3) higher

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£14,000 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£14,000 per year

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SR
Student Reviewer
04 Apr 14
Writtle college is an excellent university. I have really enjoyed my time here as an agriculture student. The social life is amazing and the best part of being here, the farming...
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SR
Student Reviewer
04 Apr 14
There is a really good and friendly atmosphere on campus all of the lecturers are really helpful and I am having a fantastic time here. I would certainly recommend this...
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Writtle University College
Writtle University College , Writtle

Writtle’s history dates back 130 years with a long-standing reputation in Agriculture and Horticulture....

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Writtle University College
Writtle Writtle Chelmsford Essex CM1 3RR United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Ingatestone  3.2 miles away

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