Horticulture [with Placement 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 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

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.