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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Horticulture course at Anglia Ruskin University.
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UCAS Tariff
112
We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £4,767 per year |
| Scotland | £4,767 per year |
| Wales | £4,767 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £4,767 per year |
| Channel Islands | £4,767 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £4,767 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: D410
Here's what Anglia Ruskin University says about its Horticulture course.
Study Horticulture and explore today’s global challenges in climate, health, food and urban futures.
It's possible to combine part-time and foundation options. Contact us to discuss what you can do, or choose a combination of options when you apply online.
Passionate about plants, the environment, or sustainable food production? Our course combines plant science, practical skills and commercial insight to prepare you for a dynamic, future-facing career. You'll explore the full scope of horticulture, from crop production to green space management, while developing critical thinking, sustainability awareness and problem-solving abilities. Supported by industry links, placements and research opportunities, you'll graduate ready to drive innovation across diverse horticultural sectors.
Why ARU?
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Immerse yourself in real-world learning on our 150-hectare campus with extensive plant collections. labs and research glasshouses
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Benefit from our outstanding reputation for excellence in horticultural education and industry relevance
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Explore cutting-edge research in vertical, hydroponic and advanced growing systems shaping the future of food and plant production
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Develop professional networks through our extensive industry connections encompassing parks, gardens and horticultural businesses
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Graduate with in-demand green skills, critical thinking and commercial awareness for top careers in horticulture and beyond
Source: Anglia Ruskin University
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Horticulture at Anglia Ruskin University.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Writtle School of Agriculture, Animal and Environmental Sciences
Location
Writtle Campus | Writtle
Duration
6 Years
Study mode
Part-time
Subjects
• Horticulture
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Year 1: Ecosystems and Sustainable Development (30 credits) Environmental Horticulture (30 credits) Plant Propagation and Growth Innovations (30 credits) Biological Processes (15 credits) Bio-Innovations for Land Use (15 credits) Into ARU
Year 2: Environmental Management (15 credits) Ruskin Module (15 credits) Plant Physiology (15 credits) Managing Urban Tree Resources (15 credits) Research Methods (15 credits) Plants in Built Environments (15 credits) Political and Economic Contexts (15 credits) Fresh Produce Production (15 credits)
Year 3: Natural Resource Management (15 credits) International Trade and Markets (15 credits) Crop Management and Technologies (15 credits) Community Horticulture (15 credits) Managing Urban Blue Green Infrastructure (15 credits) Global Production Trends and Transformations (15 credits) Dissertation (30 credits)
How you will be assessed
Students are assessed in a number of ways including case study projects, laboratory reports, essays and technical reports, examinations – both multiple choice and essay questions, presentations – both individually and in small groups, practical assessments, debates, seminars, and a dissertation.
Anglia Ruskin University reviews
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Paramedic science
The SU are actually really supportive and easy to use.
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There isnt a massive university life.
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3rd year
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Feels expensive for the amount of face to face sessions you get.
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3rd year
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The general university facilities are decent, the course specific ones are dissapointing
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3rd year
Paramedic science
If i could do it again I would not go here. The course has been extremely poorly managed and the staff have treated us like guinea pigs trialling new modules. There seems to be a reasonable staff turnover. We have had consistent issues with course leaders not talking to each other resulting in vastl...
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3rd year
Paramedic science
The university is alright, nothing special. The facilities are decent, the library is easy to use and work in.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Anglia Ruskin University students who took the Horticulture course - or another course in the same subject area.
Student information
See who's studying at Anglia Ruskin University. These students are taking Horticulture or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Biology | E | |||||
| Psychology | C | |||||
| Chemistry | D | |||||
| Geography | B | |||||
| History | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Horticulture at Anglia Ruskin University.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Anglia Ruskin University graduates who took Horticulture - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.4k
First year after graduation
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