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Agriculture BSc (Hons)

UCAS code: D406, D407

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  • Level of study:
    Undergraduate
  • Typical offer:
    104 - 112 UCAS tariff points
  • Start date:
    September 2026
  • Duration:
    Three years full-time or four years with placement
  • Attendance:
    Full-time, Placement year
  • Course delivery:
    On-campus (Brackenhurst)
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Information for 2026

About this course

Feeding an increasing population against a backdrop of different weather patterns induced by climate change presents a major challenge to the farming industry’s future. This course focuses on innovative approaches to agriculture, providing you with the skills and knowledge needed to apply sustainable agriculture practices and play a part in global food security. Designed in consultation with the National Trust – one of the largest landowners in the UK – it gives you the opportunity to study on the University’s 200-hectare farm and rural estate, based at our Brackenhurst Campus.

We also offer BSc (Hons) Agriculture (with foundation year). Our integrated foundation degrees offer a unique gateway to our BSc courses for those who currently don't meet the degree-level entry criteria.

  • Amazing agricultural facilities

    Study at our Brackenhurst Campus - a 200-hectare working farm and rural estate. You'll have access to specialist equipment for exploring agriculture both in the field and in the laboratory.

  • Designed with industry

    This course has been co-designed with the National Trust, one of the largest land owners in the UK.

  • Learn from the experts

    We're ranked in the top 450 in the world for Agriculture and Forestry in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2025.

  • 4th in the UK

    for Agriculture and Animal Science courses (Guardian University Guide 2026).

Our world is changing. Feeding an increasing population against a backdrop of different weather patterns induced by climate change presents a future challenge to the farming industry. We must adopt innovative and sustainable approaches whilst providing effective environmental stewardship. This course offers the opportunity to study at the University's 200-hectare farm and rural estate based at our Brackenhurst Campus. Here you'll develop and devise new techniques and technologies to enhance sustainable agricultural production.

You'll also have the opportunity to learn from visits and placements with a range of partner organisations. These will give you a broad knowledge of where the sector is and where it needs to go in the future.

Top
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In the UK for Agriculture in Complete University Guide 2026

Module information

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll be studying throughout the course:

During Year Two, you will study four core modules and choose two optional modules, one from each section.

Core modules

Optional modules - Part One

Optional modules - Part Two

During your Final Year, you will study three core modules and choose two optional modules.

Core modules

Optional modules

We regularly review our course content based on student and employer feedback to ensure they remain current and relevant. This may result in changes to module content or availability in future years. Optional modules will only run where there is sufficient demand. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis to protect the academic and student experience.

Student experience

  • Thomas Fenton

    Agriculture student

    “The facilities at Brackenhurst are really good, the fact that we have the farm was a selling point in itself when it came to considering what university to choose.”

    Read Thomas's profile
  • BSc (Hons) Agriculture student Nelson Baganha Baptista Goncalves

    Nelson Baganha Baptista Goncalves

    Agriculture student

    “NTU has not only broadened my understanding of agriculture but has also opened up a clear and exciting career path for me in vertical farming. I feel confident that the education and experiences I have gained here will be pivotal in achieving my professional aspirations”

    Read Nelson's profile
  • Agriculture student Alice Collen

    Alice Collen

    Agriculture student

    “I enjoy having access to a wide range of information about the agriculture industry and having so much information at my disposal including some of the newest published findings.”

    Read Alice's profile

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How you're taught

You will be taught through a variety of methods including group seminars, lectures and practical sessions.

There is a diverse range of assessment methods, including exams, dissertations, group and individual projects, posters, scientific reports, and farm business plans.

A placement year may be taken between year 2 and year 3 of study.

Please note that field trip locations may vary and are subject to availability and change.

Contact hours

For each 20-credit module, you’ll spend about 200 hours learning overall. Around 40 of those hours will be taught in lectures or seminars. The rest of the time is for independent study, reading, research, or working on assignments. You will also spend time on practical sessions.

Who will teach you?

  • Steven Dempster

    Steven Dempster

    Senior Lecturer

    Dr Steven Dempster is a Lecturer and Course Leader for BSc (Hons) Agriculture at NTU's Brackenhurst Campus.

    Visit Steven Dempster's staff profile
  • Mark Oxenbury

    Mark Oxenbury

    Senior Lecturer

    Mark Oxenbury is Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for MSc/MRes Smart Agriculture, teaching modules in landscape, horticulture, design, glasshouse practices and estate skills.

    Visit Mark Oxenbury's staff profile
  • Anne Coules

    Anne Coules

    Senior Lecturer

    Dr Coules is responsible for delivering plant and environmental science modules and conducts research in the plant sciences sector.

    Visit Anne Coules's staff profile

Entry requirements

UK students

Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, including an A-level Science subject or equivalent.

Contextual offer: 104 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, including an A-level Science subject or equivalent.

For this course we accept the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, Environmental Studies, Geography, Sports Science and Psychology. We also consider science modules as part of BTECs and other qualifications.

To find out what qualifications have tariff points, please use our tariff calculator.

International students

Academic entry requirements: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, including an A-level Science subject or equivalent.

For this course we accept the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, Environmental Studies, Geography, Sports Science and Psychology. We also consider science modules as part of BTECs and other qualifications.

We accept equivalent qualifications from all over the world. Please check your international entry requirements by country.

English language requirements: See our English language requirements page for requirements for your subject and information on alternative tests and Pre-sessional English.

Policies

We strive to make our admissions procedures as fair and clear as possible. To find out more about how we make offers, visit our admissions policies page.

Fees and funding

UK students

- see the fees for this course, as well as information about funding and support.

£9,790 per year

If you choose to do a placement year or year abroad, you'll pay a reduced fee for that year:

  • Placement year - £1,905
  • Year abroad - £1,430

Find out about the extra support we may be able to provide to help pay for uni, including NTU bursaries and scholarships.

You will need to pay tuition fees for each year that you are at university. The tuition fees, including the placement year and study abroad options are subject to government policy and may change in future years of study.

Preparing for the financial side of student life is important, but we don’t want you to feel anxious or confused about it. Visit our fees and funding pages if you have any concerns.

International students

- see the fees for this course, as well as payment advice and scholarships.
  • £17,950 per year

If you choose to do a placement year or study abroad placement year, you'll pay a reduced fee for that year:

  • Placement year - £1,905
  • Year abroad - £1,430

You will need to pay tuition fees for each year that you are at university. The tuition fees might increase from the second year of your undergraduate course, in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.

Scholarships

We offer international scholarships of up to 50% of your tuition fee. You can apply for a scholarship when you have an offer to study at NTU.

Living costs

See our advice on managing your money and the cost of living as an international student in Nottingham.

Paying fees

As an international student, you'll need to make an advance payment as part of your offer conditions. You'll then need to pay your tuition fees in full, or have an agreement to pay in two further instalments, in order to enrol on the course.

Find out how and when to pay your fees, including information about your advance payment, instalment dates and how to make payments securely to the University.

Enquiries

If you have any queries relating to advance payments or arrangements to pay, please contact our friendly and experienced international enquiries team.

Additional costs

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include loads of great benefits, such as the use of our library, support from our expert Employability team and free use of the IT equipment across our campuses. There are just a few additional things you may need to budget for:

Textbooks and library books

Your modules will point you to key textbooks and recommended reading. Many are available online, and in our libraries, but some students choose to buy their own copies. You’ll receive resource lists showing where to access eBooks, digital resources and physical copies. Our friendly Library team is always on hand to help you find what you need.

Printing and photocopying costs

The University allocates an annual printing and copying allowance of £20 depending on the course you are studying. For more details about costs for additional print and copying required over and above the annual allowance please see the printing and photocopying information on the Library website.

Field trips

Non-residential UK day excursions are included in the tuition fee. You will be charged a maximum of 20% of the price per student cost for any compulsory residential trips or courses in the UK, as a contribution towards travel, accommodation and entrance fees where applicable. For example, a typical 5-day UK residential field trip cost would be approx. £500 per student, and we would ask for a £100 contribution from students. You will be charged a maximum of 30% of the price per student cost for any compulsory overseas residential courses, as a contribution towards travel, accommodation and associated trip fees where applicable. For example, a typical 6-day residential overseas field trip cost would be approx. £600 per student, and we would ask for a £180 contribution from students. Other non-compulsory field trip opportunities in the UK and abroad may also be offered, and these will be charged at 80% cost to students. A valid passport and any associated visas will also be required for field trips outside of the UK.

Placements

If you're undertaking a placement year, you'll need to budget for accommodation and any travel costs you may incur whilst on placement. Many of our placement students do earn a salary whilst on placement which can help to cover these living costs.

Year abroad

If you choose to study abroad for a year, you may need to consider additional costs such as visas, vaccinations, accommodation and travel expenses.

Appropriate outdoor clothing

All students will also be expected to provide their own appropriate fieldwork clothing, including walking boots (with ankle support), wellingtons and waterproof trousers and coat.

Fees and funding advice

For more advice and guidance, phone the Student Money Team on +44 (0)115 848 2494.

Cost of living information and support

Managing your money can help you make the most of life at NTU. Here's how we can support you, and now you can make your funding go further.

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Careers and employability

Your future career

This course has been designed to allow you to enter this exciting industry in a range of roles. You'll be able to use your expertise to either work in farming at a managerial level, or in the allied industries in roles such as a farm advisor or crop protection specialist. There will also be opportunities for careers for those specialising in sustainable production, environmental protection and agricultural conservation.

Placement opportunities

Between year two and three you'll have the opportunity to take a placement year. Typical work experience takes place on farms, in agricultural research stations and in allied industries such as seed merchants, agricultural consultancies and advisory services.

  • Employability Promise

    Personalised support, one-on-one coaching and industry-specific advice – it’s all part of our Employability Promise. And it doesn’t end when you leave NTU – you’ll have access to all our careers services for three years after you graduate (conditions apply).

  • Graduate employers

    Graduates from this course have successful careers in organisations such as:

    • Agrovista UK
    • Melton Mobray Market
    • Scottish Rural University College

  • Our graduates are…

    Graduates from this course now work in a wide range of roles such as:

    • Agronomist
    • Animal Technician
    • Pedigree Sales Executive

  • Assessed work-like experience

    We’ve embedded at least eight weeks of assessed work-like experience into all of our courses. This gives you the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world scenarios, build your confidence, and develop the experience employers are looking for.

  • NTU Enterprise

    If you’re a budding entrepreneur, NTU Student Enterprise can help you to develop your ideas and innovations and turn them into a reality. We also offer training, mentoring, workshops, financial advice and more to develop your business skills.

Where your degree could take you

Discover how our students and alumni used their Agriculture degree to further their careers. Take a look at our other profiles and explore the possibilities awaiting you.

  • George Sensecall with Mark Palmer

    George reflects on developing his Agricultural knowledge

    BSc Agriculture student George Sensecall shares how the welcoming community and hands-on learning at Brackenhurst Campus more than lived up to expectations.

    View George Sensecall's profile
  • Samantha Brown

    How Samantha developed skills for a career in Agriculture

    Samantha Brown shares how the supportive community, specialist facilities and real-world experience helped grow her confidence and build skills in agriculture.

    View Samantha Brown's profile

Campus and facilities

As a dedicated home for our animal, rural and environmental science courses, the Brackenhurst Campus, has a character all of its own. From the population of almost 2,000 students and staff to the animals themselves — cats and cattle, sheep and horses — it’s all about community. Relax with a coffee in the Orangery; kick back with your coursemates in the Brack Bar; enjoy the peace and quiet of our Victorian walled garden or Eco-Library; grab a pal and wander through 500 acres of stunning countryside.

You'll have access to a countryside estate that includes a working farm, a herd of award-winning Lincolnshire Red cattle and a flock of sheep, a wide range of arable crops, and industry-standard agricultural facilities and machinery. You'll also have access to a dedicated suite of glasshouses and polytunnels. It's the perfect outdoor classroom, enabling you to put theory into practice from day one.

Our Brackenhurst Campus sits on the doorstep of Southwell: a picture-perfect market town filled with rustic pubs, cosy cafés, and boutique shops. A little further afield, and served by reliable buses that run late into the night, you’ve got Nottingham — one of Britain’s top 10 student cities, and one of Europe’s top 25. It’s stuffed with history, culture, and well-kept secrets to discover at your leisure: enjoy lush green spaces, galleries, hidden cinemas and vintage shopping by day, and an acclaimed food, drink and social scene by night.

Applying

UK students

Ready to join us? Then apply as soon as you can. Just click the Apply button at the top of the page and follow the instructions for applying. Make sure you check the entry requirements above carefully before you do.

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You can get more information and advice about applying to NTU on our Your Application page. Good luck with your application!

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International students

You can apply for this course through UCAS. If you are not applying to any other UK universities, you can apply directly to us on our NTU applicant portal.

Would you like some advice on your study plans?

Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors.

Please read our application guidance before you start your application.

We advise you to prepare and apply as early as you can as Student visa processing time can vary.

We'll send you important emails throughout the application process. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam mail folder.

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Application support

If you have any questions about applying, get in touch through our online form or call us on 44 (0)115 848 4200.

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