Agriculture (with Foundation Year)

Be part of the future of food and farming, build the skills for sustainable, resilient and innovative agricultural systems.

Our course takes a progressive, future-focused approach to addressing the evolving needs of agriculture today. You'll explore how the industry must adapt to climate change, shifting policies and global food demands by integrating sustainable practices, innovation and systems thinking.

Through real-world learning on our extensive working farm, you’ll examine the full agri-food supply chain, emerging technologies and the role of agriculture in delivering environmental and social value, preparing you to shape the future of a resilient, responsible industry.

Why ARU?


• Immerse yourself in authentic, enquiry-led learning using our 150-hectare estate and working mixed farm



• Discover how technology, innovation and data can create sustainable farming systems that address climate change while ensuring food security



• Accelerate your career through placements, industry collaborations and a strong alumni network across agribusinesses



• Collaborate on real-world challenges through live briefs, research projects and industry events to shape tomorrow’s food systems



• Gain confidence and leadership skills from multidisciplinary experts to drive change in global agriculture

At ARU, you’ll be supported from day one with wellbeing services, money advice and careers guidance to help you through university and beyond.

Their courses are built around the skills and experience employers value. ARU are proud to be in the top 20% of UK universities for teaching quality (TEF 2023), and ranked #1 in the East of England, and #8 in the UK, for UG graduates in senior roles 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025). You'll have access to fantastic facilities thanks to £95m of investment - think SuperLabs, TV studios, law courts, mock hospital wards, gaming studios and more.

Wherever you're heading, ARU will help you get there.