MSc Agricultural and Environmental Science at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our Master's in Agriculture and Environmental Science can help you develop a career in sustainable farming systems, environmental management, and rural development. Develop your understanding of the interaction between agriculture and the environment. You’ll develop academic and professional skills, preparing you for an exciting career in research, consultancy, policy and more.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences | Duration: Full time: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include: Research Dissertation Project, Data analysis, interpretation and presentation for MSc, Assessing Agricultural Production Systems, Global Challenges in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security, Agricultural Systems, Geographical Information systems and Remote Sensing.

Career pathways

Graduate roles and employers include: M&E Research Analyst at VTT Global (Pvt) Ltd; Farm Operator at TDC Thomson.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree, or an international equivalent, in a relevant subject, such as: agronomy (crop production) biological sciences earth sciences geography environmental sciences agricultural sciences zoology horticulture We also consider applicants on an individual basis with degrees in other areas, and those with non-standard qualifications and/or relevant professional experience. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills).

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,600 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

International applicants: GBP 33,800 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/5021f/#how-to-apply

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