BSc (Hons) Agriculture with Business at Anglia Ruskin University

Drive the future of sustainable agriculture and agri-business and tackle global challenges head on with our innovative business degree. Our BSc (Hons) Agriculture with Business degree offers a forward-thinking, holistic approach that prepares you to lead in the evolving agri-business world by combining practical science with commercial problem-solving. You’ll explore global challenges like food security, climate change and sustainability, gaining hands-on experience on our working farm, through real-world case studies and an embedded placement year.

Duration: 3 years; 4 years with placement  |  Study mode: full-time (placement year available)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Throughout your degree, you’ll be taught by a multi-disciplinary team with real-world industry experience. From year one, you’ll dive into modules like ecosystems, biological processes and global business, building a strong foundation in both science and strategy. Year 1: Ecosystems and Sustainable Development, Transforming Agriculture (Towards Net Zero), Biological Processes, Bio-Innovations for Land Use, Global Business Environment and International Strategy. Year 2: Sustainable Farming and Food Systems, High Welfare Animal Production, Research Methods, Farm Teams - Solutions, Fresh Produce Production, Understanding the Consumer, Ruskin Module. Year 3: Dissertation (Agriculture), Business Consultancy Project, Strategic Management, Natural Resource Management; options include Global Business Environment and International Strategy, Sustainable Global Business Management and Circular Economics.

Career pathways

My experience at Writtle has opened me up to realise there are a lot more jobs than working on a farm in agriculture, such as agronomy and land agency. Studying this course equips you with the skills and knowledge to thrive in the UK’s £28.2 billion food and beverage sector.

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