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Agricultural Business Management

Study level:
Undergraduate

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Study mode:
Full-time
Qualification:
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Duration:
3 Years
Start date:
21/09/2026
Campus:
Sutton Bonington Campus
2025-20262026-2027
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Course summary

Combine the latest agricultural science with business and technology developments. At Nottingham we take an applied approach. You will learn how to use the science of agriculture to sustainably tackle global challenges, such as how to feed a growing population. Become a future leader in agribusiness.

  • Give presentations to businesses, take part in policy workshops and test out your own innovative ideas

  • Be taught by agricultural business specialists

You’ll get to see current practice round the UK through external visits, and guest lectures. Bring together your understanding of agronomy, livestock and business principles to develop management plans for real farms and agri-enterprises.

Sutton Bonington Campus 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. Topics studied:

  • Economic Analysis

  • Policy Making

  • AgriTech and Innovation

  • Agricultural and Food Marketing

  • Rural Business Management

  • Management Consultancy

Why choose this course

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

  • Farming experience - See agricultural systems in operation. Learn at the University Farm and through visits to external farms

  • Placement opportunity with companies such as ADAS, Waitrose and John Deere. Gain real industry experience.

  • Teaching expertise - You will learn from subject specialists, who are active researchers in the latest areas of agriculture

  • Gain real experience - Grow, manage and market your own crop or manage a student sheep flock

  • Study abroad - You can apply 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.

Study abroad
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.

International semester abroad
You can apply to spend part of your second year abroad, and study at one of our highly-ranked international partner universities. Possible destinations include:

  • Australia

  • Canada

  • USA

Full year abroad
Apply to add an additional year to your degree. Spend a year abroad at one of our European partner universities, between years two and three of your degree, before returning to Nottingham for your final year. This will give you the unique opportunity to combine agricultural studies with learning a foreign language. Possible destinations include:

  • Austria

  • France

  • Spain

Finance
You’ll pay a reduced tuition fee for the time that you’re abroad, with no fees payable to the host university/campus. The University also offers a range of funding opportunities and external funding is also available.

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 placements 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

  • Fisher German

  • 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/Agricultural-Business-Management-BSc-Hons-U6UAGBSM.html

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:
D40A
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:
D40A
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

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - BBB - BBC

BBB or ABC or A*CC 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 Accounting, Biology, Business, 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 Accounting, Biology, Business, 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. This qualification is accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades BBBBB. Acceptable science subjects include Accounting, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points

including Higher Level 4 in an accepted science subject. Alternatively, 555 or 654 or 744 in 3 Higher Level certificates including an acceptable science subject. Environmental Systems and Societies, Sports, Exercise and Health Science and Psychology. Acceptable science subjects include Accounting, Biology, Business Management, 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 Accounting, Biology, Business, 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 are accepted: - Science (any specialism) - 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 qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure sufficient biology 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 BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted 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.

Data from:
This course and 7 other agriculture, food and related studies courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Nottingham, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
BBC Most common
  1. A*AA
  2. Highest grades
  3. CCC
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

89% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1
EU£30750*Year 1
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
International£30750*Year 1
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1

* 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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