MSc Agroecology at Royal Agricultural University

Programme overview

Covers the fundamentals of agroecology and its ecological approach to developing resilient food systems, drawing on science, social studies and ecological principles, with seminars, site visits and placements through the RAU's network of farms and food system innovators.

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2+ years part-time | Study mode: full-time or part-time | Intake: January 2027 (September entry also available) | Location: Cirencester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Seven core modules (organic and regenerative systems, fundamentals of agroecology, integrated agricultural systems, research skills, agroecological principles in practice, applied farmland ecology, small scale farming and local food supply) plus two electives, then a research project and dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates work in policy, advisory, food chain, retail, production, research and educational services, or continue to further study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or overseas equivalent, or an equivalent professional qualification and/or experience; non-standard applications are considered case by case and an interview may be required. IELTS Academic overall 6.5 with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent) for applicants whose first language is not English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,000 a year (2026/27). MSc full-time; part-time fees are pro rata by modules taken. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,000 a year (2026/27). MSc full-time; part-time fees are pro rata by modules taken. Source

Intake: January 2027 (September entry also available)

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2+ years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.rau.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/applying

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