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Agriculture [with Placement year] - BSc (Hons)
Anglia Ruskin University

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(4.2)

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UNISTATS, UCAS
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Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Location

Writtle Campus

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Study mode

Sandwich

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Start date

Sep 2026

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Duration

4 Year

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Course info

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

Key stats
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WUSCA Student ranking
78th/91
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Complete University Guide ranking
113th
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Complete University Guide Agriculture & Forestry ranking
16th

Modules

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)
Modules (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)
Modules (Year 3)

Placement Year

Work Placement (120 credits)
Modules (Year 4)
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)
DATA SOURCE:
UCAS/IDP Connect
Tuition fees
Student living
£10,050 per year
Students from Domestic

DATA SOURCE:
UCAS / IDP Connect

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Overall ratingRating icon4.2
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4 stars
39%
3 stars
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2 stars
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CUG ranking 113th
Anglia Ruskin University
Lordship RoadWrittleEssexCM1 3RRUnited Kingdom
Nearest train station:Chelmsford  1.1 miles away
Nearest tube station:Epping 8.6 miles away
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