Agriculture (with foundation year)

About this course

Agriculture is the foundation of food security and rural economies, and it is also one of the sectors most directly confronted by the challenges of our time: climate change, biodiversity loss, soil degradation, and the need to produce more food with fewer inputs for a growing global population. Modern agriculture requires professionals who understand not only crop and animal production but also the environmental, economic, and technological dimensions of farming systems. It is a discipline that rewards practical curiosity, problem-solving, and a genuine interest in how land, livestock, and food systems work. At Hartpury University, this programme is designed for students who do not necessarily have an agricultural background but have the passion and drive to work within a fast-changing industry and make a real difference. The degree includes a foundation year, which provides a structure

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 35% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Natural and social science professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 30 / 100Managers, directors and senior officials · 5% of graduatescards →
• 22 / 100Conservation and environment professionals · 5% of graduatescards →

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