Agriculture

Combine crop and animal production with business management and marketing. At Nottingham we take an applied approach. You'll build your science, business and practical knowledge throughout the course. You will learn how to use the science of agriculture to sustainably tackle global challenges, such as how to feed a growing population.

Teaching is based at Sutton Bonington Campus which is home to the University Farm and Dairy Centre. The farm is commercially run, with facilities for research and teaching. Farm staff contribute to the teaching on our degree programmes. You'll gain practical animal handling experience and use our Farm Demonstration Centre.

You'll be taught by subject specialists and researchers. This means you'll gain knowledge of the most rapidly developing areas of agriculture. You will benefit from field course modules to develop your practical skills and experience, preparing you for a career in agriculture. We also have strong links with industry which can help improve your employability prepare you for a career in agriculture. This includes the opportunity to work on a placement, visit external farms, and be taught by commercial organisations.

Topics include:

animal health, nutrition and disease management

reproduction and fertility in livestock and bioethics

plant science and physiology, pest and disease management

economics and policy

agricultural and food marketing

rural business management

Throughout your degree you have the opportunity to choose from a range of additional options. You can apply to do these when you get here:

Industry placement - you can add a year in industry between years two and three

Study abroad - options include Australia, Canada, or Europe

Computer Science year - use algorithms to analyse complex data and apply this to your course