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Foundation Degree
Duchy College - Stoke Climsland
Full Time
SEP
2 years
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Foundation Degree
Duchy College - Stoke Climsland
Full time
SEP
2 years
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This agriculture programme widens your knowledge of the agricultural industry, with a view to managing agricultural operations after graduation. The programme provides a thorough understanding of modern farming production systems and an in-depth knowledge of the underlying scientific and technological principles. You can focus on chosen subject areas, including the science and technology underpinning livestock and crop production and management. Additionally you will gain a comprehensive understanding of modern farming systems and the wider issues facing the agricultural industry, including the key areas of sustainable food production and the impact of climate change.
The FdSc Agriculture is delivered using a combination of approaches to enable the acquisition of required academic knowledge. Practical farm management is also integral and the programme benefits from industry-wide support. The programme is assessed by a combination of coursework assignments, seminars, presentations, case studies, practicals, tests and examinations. Work-related learning is embedded throughout.
Exam type
A levelA level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
48 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
45 Grades / Points required
Advanced Subsidiary (AS):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
C Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma:
PPP Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma:
PPP Grades / Points required
48 UCAS points from AS and A-Levels (at least 32 points must be at A2-level) or relevant level 3 qualification, ie BTEC National Diploma / BTEC Extended Diploma - PPP Grades required.
48 UCAS points from AS and A-Levels (at least 32 points must be at A2-level) or relevant level 3 qualification, ie BTEC National Diploma / BTEC Extended Diploma - PPP Grades required.
Access to HE Diplomas - 45 credits at level 3.
48 UCAS points from AS and A-Levels (at least 32 points must be at A2-level) or relevant level 3 qualification, ie BTEC National Diploma / BTEC Extended Diploma - PPP Grades required.
GCSEs at grade C/grade 4 or above in English Language and mathematics: alternatives at Level 2 may be considered.
48 UCAS points from AS and A-Levels (at least 32 points must be at A2-level) or relevant level 3 qualification, ie BTEC National Diploma / BTEC Extended Diploma - PPP Grades required.
48 UCAS points from AS and A-Levels (at least 32 points must be at A2-level) or relevant level 3 qualification, ie BTEC National Diploma / BTEC Extended Diploma - PPP Grades required.
Students living in
England
£8,600 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
Students from International
For International Students: The Cornwall College Group is not licenced to provide student visas and is therefore not able to take applications from students who require a student visa to study in the UK.
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