Agriculture and Farm Management
Entry requirements
A level
Example of possible offer
Acceptable when combined with other level 3 qualifications
Access to HE Diploma
45 credits at Level 3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Essential: Five GCSE subjects at Grade C/4 or above including English Language and mathematics
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Higher
UCAS Tariff
minimum one A level or equivalent qualification
Acceptable when combined with other Level 3 qualifications
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About this course
Whether you wish to manage an agricultural enterprise or farming business, migrate into finance or journalism, or continue studying agriculture and land management, this course will give you the practical, financial and leadership skills you need.
Right from your first year you will gain a firm understanding of the agricultural industry, with focused practical studies central to the course. You will advance even further with work experience during the summer between your first and second year. You will also have the opportunity to gain relevant practical experience and qualifications through rural skills training at our Rural Innovation Centre at Harnhill Manor Farm.
**Course structure**
You will cover the core subjects in your first year, with teaching focused on practical, work-related situations. You will delve deeper into these subjects in your second year and will complete an integrated project, developing skills in financial and physical management techniques in the field.
You will be assessed through a wide range of techniques, including research projects, examinations, case studies, business plans, portfolio, presentations and practical skills. You can also enrol for courses leading to the award of Certificate of Competence.
**Work placement**
You will complete a 10-week period of work experience, usually during the summer holiday between your first and second year, to gain further training and experience in farm management. Not only could you find yourself working for prestigious companies, develop your confidence and gain industry contacts for when you graduate.
This experience helps our graduates develop key employability skills and gain invaluable industry contacts. You also produce a portfolio of evidence of your learning experience.
Modules
For up to date module information, please see our website: https://www.rau.ac.uk/courses/foundation-degrees/fdsc-agriculture-and-farm-management
Assessment methods
Modules are assessed through a blend of examinations and coursework, including real-life case studies, presentations and reports.
Tuition fees
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Royal Agricultural University
Department of Agriculture (CL)
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