Hartpury University Prospectus

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Agriculture (Livestock Production)

"I previously didn’t enjoy academia, but when I came to Hartpury I found my passion for farm Graduate Profile Ellen Gibson BSc Agriculture, Hartpury Agriculture PhD student

BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Entry requirements A typical offer is 96-112 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points for Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 149-150 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

You'll develop professional skills in livestock farming and management, exploring new technologies that promote animal health, welfare and production. Learn about ruminant production and mono-gastric production systems in optional modules. You’ll develop your knowledge of biosecurity and how to manage the outbreak of prevalent livestock diseases. Business modules will introduce you to the latest farmmanagement practices and policies. Hear from professionals in lectures and undertake field trips to enhance your learning. Industry opportunities You’ll complete up to 980 hours in industry and have the option to take an integrated placement year. Students work with businesses such as Agrii and the NFU, and internationally in New Zealand and Uganda. You could choose to study a semester in the USA or Canada.* This course is ideal for those who want to progress into a livestock management career, helping to increase sustainable food production. With access to our commercial campus farm, you'll graduate with the expertise to launch your career in the livestock sector. Help to find a solution to the world's most pressing issues of food production.

UCAS code D403 3 years DF01 4 years with Foundation year

animal welfare, research and the agri-food sector.

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

My research exploring the dairy industry, producers and consumers is the first of its kind. I’m going to become an expert in this emerging area and that’s incredibly exciting. I would love to run my own business, helping the agricultural industry to bridge the connection with their customers.

Integrated placement year - An optional extra year in industry to prepare for your career

Semester abroad - Study a semester of your degree in the USA or Canada*

Coming back to Hartpury for my PhD was the best decision for my career."

Did you know?

We're pioneering livestock production. Our students use our newAgri-Tech Centre to research newways to use smart farming techniques to improve productivity in livestock farming

Graduate destinations •• Livestock Enterprise Manager •• Farm Manager

•• Agricultural Consultant •• Food security and safety •• Biosecurity •• Policy and research •• Agricultural charities

Ellen carrying out a welfare assessment with the dairy cows on our commercial farm as part of her PhD research

*Additional costs may apply. Please see course page on website