Our approach is innovative and inclusive. Our goal is to have a positive impact on the planet by improving the well-being of environments, animals, plants, and people. If you see that passion in yourself — as a potential student, academic, or collaborator — we can be a new, powerful partner in your journey.
Different study levels, but with a shared purpose
We offer a range of courses across different study levels, starting with post-16 education through to doctoral research. Each one is interconnected with each other, enabling a strong sense of community at our wonderful Brackenhurst Campus.
Students on our college-level courses get access to all the facilities of a great university, while our undergraduate and postgraduate students can hone their study ambitions through collaborative projects with other students and expert academics.
At each stage, we want students to be excited by the promise of their next steps. We work with employers to reflect the needs of the sector and guarantee all graduates will be job-ready and confident to contribute novel ideas in their dream roles.
Undergraduate study in the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences
We offer a range of undergraduate courses in subjects including:
- agriculture
- animal, equine and veterinary sciences
- conservation and ecology
- geography and environmental science
- food science and production
Postgraduate study in the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences
We offer a range of postgraduate courses in subjects including:
- biodiversity conservation
- endangered species recovery and conservation
- equine performance, health and welfare
- applied ecology and geospatial techniques
- smart agriculture
Brackenhurst College Courses
Learn differently. Study your college course at a university. If you’re looking to study an animal, equine or land-based subject, you’ll find it here. We offer college courses alongside our degree courses, all taught by our skilled, experienced and supportive staff.
Brackenhurst short courses
Learn more about the short courses we offer at the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences.
Access to Higher Education courses at NTU
If you want to study at university but left school without the qualifications you need, then an Access to Higher Education course could be the right choice for you.
International opportunities
Find out about the international opportunities you can get involved in as a student in the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences.
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Discover the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences
We’ve built our School around the nurturing principles of care, compassion and empowerment to inspire every member of our community to have a profound, positive impact on the planet we share — from students through to our expert academic community
Facilities at Brackenhurst Campus
Brackenhurst Campus has everything you need to develop the skills for your future career. Our facilities include a working farm, veterinary nursing and equestrian centres, a dedicated animal unit, GIS labs, high-spec drones, and a host of smart monitoring tech.
Research at the School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Sciences
We’re conducting vital research into landscape regeneration and strategies for the reintroduction (and preservation) of displaced species. Our farming research supports the worldwide sustainability agenda, as we identify cheaper, better ways of bring fresh food to urban centres.