Horticulture (with Foundation Year)
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Horticulture (with Foundation Year)
Study Horticulture and explore today’s global challenges in climate, health, food and urban futures.
It's possible to combine part-time and foundation options. Contact us to discuss what you can do, or choose a combination of options when you apply online.
Passionate about plants, the environment, or sustainable food production? Our course combines plant science, practical skills and commercial insight to prepare you for a dynamic, future-facing career. You'll explore the full scope of horticulture, from crop production to green space management, while developing c...
Study Horticulture and explore today’s global challenges in climate, health, food and urban futures.
It's possible to combine part-time and foundation options. Contact us to discuss what you can do, or choose a combination of options when you apply online.
Passionate about plants, the environment, or sustainable food production? Our course combines plant science, practical skills and commercial insight to prepare you for a dynamic, future-facing career. You'll explore the full scope of horticulture, from crop production to green space management, while developing critical thinking, sustainability awareness and problem-solving abilities. Supported by industry links, placements and research opportunities, you'll graduate ready to drive innovation across diverse horticultural sectors.
Why ARU?
• Immerse yourself in real-world learning on our 150-hectare campus with extensive plant collections. labs and research glasshouses
• Benefit from our outstanding reputation for excellence in horticultural education and industry relevance
• Explore cutting-edge research in vertical, hydroponic and advanced growing systems shaping the future of food and plant production
• Develop professional networks through our extensive industry connections encompassing parks, gardens and horticultural businesses
• Graduate with in-demand green skills, critical thinking and commercial awareness for top careers in horticulture and beyond
Why Choose Anglia Ruskin University During Clearing?
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 hospit...
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.
Course Information
1 Clearing option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2026-09-14
Campus
Writtle Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
DF10
Institution Code
A60
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32
a minimum of 32 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A Level grade E or above Applicants should achieve 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, to include English and preferably Maths. Equivalent qualifications in lieu of GCSEs may also be considered.
Scottish Higher
32 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. This must include a minimum of one Higher grade D.
Access to HE Diploma
32 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, to include a minimum of one Higher at H3 or above. This must also include Maths and English Language at a minimum of Standard Level S3 if equivalent GCSE's have not been obtained.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
PPP in an Extended Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
32 UCAS tariff points in the Irish Leaving Certificate. This must include a minimum of one Highers at H4.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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