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Agriculture

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Sutton Bonington Campus
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Course summary

Combine scientific principles with the latest in agricultural innovation across crops, animal production and business management. At Nottingham we take an applied approach. You'll build your science and practical knowledge throughout the course, and you can tailor your degree as you progress to find your specialism.  You will learn how to use the science of agriculture to sustainably tackle global challenges, such as how to feed a growing population.

You will be taught by subject specialists and researchers. This means you will gain knowledge of the most rapidly developing areas of agriculture. You will benefit from a range of modules to develop your practical skills and experience across agricultural sectors.

The scientific and practical skills you'll learn on this course will prepare you for a career in agriculture. We have strong links with industry which can help improve your employability. This includes the opportunity to work on a placement, visit external farms, and be exposed to commercial organisations.

Sutton Bonington Campus is home to the University Farm and Dairy Centre. The farm is commercially run, with facilities for research and teaching. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved on the farm and develop new skills.

Modules will cover topics including:

  • Sustainability

  • Crop Science

  • Economics

  • Livestock Production

  • Rural Business Management

  • Management Consultancy

Why Choose this course

  • Ranked 6th in the UK for agriculture and forestry (Complete University Guide 2024)

  • With no prior farming experience needed for entry you will have the chance to learn and see agricultural systems in operation. Both through the University Farm and visits to external farms.

  • You can gain real experience

  • Grow, manage, and market your own crop or help manage different livestock species.

  • Optional Year in Industry available, this occurs between years 2 and 3.

  • You will learn in a range of settings from teaching and research specialists with expertise across the agricultural business sector.

Study abroad
On many of our Faculty of Science courses, you get the chance to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world. Read what it's like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.

There are a number of options to apply to study abroad on this course. Experience living and learning in a different culture and gain a global perspective of agriculture.

Year in industry
Full support provided in finding a suitable placement, and is a great opportunity to engage in industry while in a supported setting.

We have good links with companies, and our dedicated placement team is available to support you in finding the right placement. Often a placement year can help you to secure to a graduate job.

Our students have been on placement with:

  • Holkham Farm

  • Frontier Agriculture

  • McDonald's

  • Berry World

  • ADAS

The industry placement takes place between years two and three of your degree. You can apply during year two of your degree, subject to meeting minimum academic requirements.

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Agriculture-BSc-Hons-U6UAGCLT.html

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Sutton Bonington Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
D400
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
Sutton Bonington Campus
Campus Code:
S
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
D400
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
Sutton Bonington Campus
Campus Code:
S

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
BBB - BBC

BBB or ABC or ACC including a suitable science subject. Alternatively, BBC or ACC including a suitable science subject plus A in the EPQ or Level 3 Core Maths.

Acceptable science subjects include Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.

Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies are not accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied.

Access to HE Diploma
D: 21 credits M: 18 credits P: 6 credits

This qualification will be considered where appropriate science content is being studied.

The requirement is 60 credits overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3. 21 credits must be achieved at Distinction; 18 credits at Merit and 6 at Pass. 15 graded level 3 credits must be achieved at minimum Merit from acceptable science units.

Scottish Higher
BBBBB

This qualification is accepted in combination with two Scottish Advanced Highers at grades BB including one science-based subject.

Acceptable science subjects include Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DM

This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grade B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied.

The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grades B,C. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied.

The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.

Scottish Advanced Higher
BB

To include one science-based subject.

Acceptable science subjects include Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.

This qualification is accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades BBBBB.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28 points

To include Higher Level 4 in an acceptable science subject.

Alternatively, 555 or 654 or 744 in 3 Higher Level certificates including an acceptable science subject.

Accepted sciences include: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Sports, Exercise and Health Science and Psychology.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A* - C

This qualification is accepted as equivalent to a non-science A Level.

Extended Project
A

To be considered alongside 3 A levels or equivalent including a science-based subject.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
M2, M2, M2

To include one science-based subject.

Acceptable science subjects include Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

English and Mathematics grade C/4.

AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A

This qualification is considered alongside 3 A-levels (or equivalent). Level 3 Core Maths qualifications from other awarding bodies are also acceptable:

  • Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context
  • OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths A (MEI)
  • OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths B (MEI)

T Level
M

T Levels in the following subjects are acceptable:

  • Science (all specialisms)
  • Agriculture, Land Management and Production (Crop Production, Woodland and Horticulture; Land-Based Engineering, Livestock Production specialisms)
  • Animal Care and Management (Animal Management; Animal Science specialisms)

Other T Level subjects/specialism will be considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure sufficient science content has been studied; please contact us for more information.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Minimum 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL (iBT)80Minimum 17 in Writing and Listening; 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
PTE Academic65Minimum 59 in each element.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.

We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.

Learn more on the University of Nottingham website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202526/undergraduate.aspx

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