Hartpury University Undergraduate Prospectus 2020

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You’ll develop a range of skills to suit different farming systems in different countries, studying livestock, crop production and business management. Your first year will give you a strong foundation of skills, after which you can tailor your degree to suit you. You’ll develop practical skills in husbandry and handling, as well as nutrition and disease prevention, breeding and genetics. You’ll also design and implement nutrient management plans to maximise crop growth, whilst exploring new technologies. Industry opportunities You’ll gain a range of industry experience, with opportunities to undertake work placements with supermarkets, abattoirs, feed companies, plant breeders and agronomists. You could also study a semester of your degree at a partner institution in the USA or Canada or follow in the footsteps of students who’ve gained international experience in Uganda.* This course is ideal for those who want to progress into an international agricultural career, making a difference in a global farming business or an enterprise based overseas. degree abroad. Graduate with the knowledge and skills you need for an international farming career. Graduate destinations • Agronomist • Livestock Enterprise or Farm Manager Agriculture (International) BSc (Hons) /BSc (Hons) with Foundation year Develop skills in international livestock farming and crop production. Gain industry experience and study a semester of your

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

UCAS code D404 3 years; DF01 4 years with Foundation year

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

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

Gain international farming experience on an integrated placement year or study exchange abroad*

• Shepherd/Herd Manager • Agricultural Consultant • Food security and safety • Biosecurity

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