Agriculture
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Key Facts
D402-
UCAS Tariff
96 - 72
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Course duration
2 years
Further details on entry requirements
Apply NowAgriculture is a vocation and way of life. Whether you are interested in animals or crops, upland or lowland, intensive or extensive farming systems, the breadth and depth of teaching in the highly popular Agriculture Foundation Degree at Aberystwyth University, will cater for your needs.
The two-year course is taught within the highly prestigious Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences in an area renowned for its agricultural innovation, productivity, diversity and beauty.
Here is why we think that Aberystwyth is a great place for you:
- State-of-the-art teaching that provides you with the practical skills and scientific knowledge base to underpin your future career;
- Visits to farms and businesses that lead the industry in innovation and technical know-how;
- Work experience as a component of the course;
- Progression route to honours degree level;
- Study through the medium of Welsh or English.
Course Overview
Modules September start - 2022
Please note: The modules listed below are those currently intended for delivery during the next academic year and may be subject to change. They are included here to give an indication of how the course is structured.
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Animal Science | RD11210 | 10 |
Business, Economics and Land Use | RD11420 | 20 |
Crop and Grassland Management | RD11520 | 20 |
Introduction to Livestock Production Systems | RD10810 | 10 |
Precision Agricultural Technology | RD11110 | 10 |
Soil and Plant Science | RD12220 | 20 |
Study and Communication Skills | RD12610 | 10 |
The Agricultural Industry - Scheme Specific Skills | RD10510 | 10 |
The Development and Management of British Habitats | RD11610 | 10 |
Module Name | Module Code | Credit Value |
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Food, Farming and the Environment | RD20420 | 20 |
Livestock Production Systems | RD23420 | 20 |
Agronomy and Crop Improvement | RD22220 | 20 |
Business Budgeting and Appraisal | RD22520 | 20 |
Research Methods | RD25620 | 20 |
Science and Technology in Agriculture | RD20620 | 20 |
* Also available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh
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Typical Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff 96 - 72
A Levels CCC-DDD
GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh, Mathematics or a Science subject
BTEC National Diploma:
MMP-MMM
International Baccalaureate:
24-26 points
European Baccalaureate:
60% overall
English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.
Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.
The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas or T-levels as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.
Our inclusive admissions policy values breadth as well as depth of study. Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary. If you would like to check the eligibility of your qualifications before submitting an application, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for advice and guidance.