This course was previously offered by Writtle University College prior to the merger with ARU in March 2024. This course will run on the ARU Writtle campus.
Studying for a degree with an integrated foundation year will offer you a supportive environment if you have been out of education for a few years or do not have the necessary UCAS points from your recent course of study.
The foundation year (Year 0) will precede our standard 3-year degree course programmes and enables preparation for degree study. Youll study a range of modules that cover general academic skil...
This course was previously offered by Writtle University College prior to the merger with ARU in March 2024. This course will run on the ARU Writtle campus.<br/><br/>Studying for a degree with an integrated foundation year will offer you a supportive environment if you have been out of education for a few years or do not have the necessary UCAS points from your recent course of study.<br/><br/>The foundation year (Year 0) will precede our standard 3-year degree course programmes and enables preparation for degree study. Youll study a range of modules that cover general academic skills, along with more subject-specific topics.<br/><br/>BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems) is the first of it’s kind in the United Kingdom and is recognition of the shifting emphasis and changing direction of the agricultural industry as a result of political, economic social and environmental influences.<br/><br/>The drivers of change include the recent threat to supply chains during the coronavirus crisis, climate change, biodiversity targets, a new UK agricultural policy and an increasing public awareness of the issues surrounding the production of food.<br/><br/>Regenerative Agriculture is an alternative approach to farming production systems that focuses on enhancing and restoring resilient systems and relates to the science of managing the soil, landscapes and communities. The course has been developed to encompass thinking across conservation agriculture, agro-ecology, climate smart agriculture, carbon farming, technology use, and integrated management practices.<br/><br/>Particular emphasis is placed on the importance and relevance of soil health and the integration of livestock along with the practices which underpin the principles. These include minimising soil disturbance, maintaining soil cover, reducing the use of pesticide and artificial fertilizer and using grass leys to build fertility providing food for soil improving livestock. Such farm level practices can contribute to global goals of building resilient local food chains, the provision of ecosystems services and mitigating the impact of climate change.<br/><br/>After the foundation year is complete the BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems) focuses on crop production while the BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) focuses on livestock, each recognising the importance of a holistic approach, which should include both in a circular structure.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Writtle Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
DF09
Institution Code
A60
Points of Entry
Foundation
UCAS Tariff32 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 Higher32 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. This must include a minimum of one Higher grade D. Access to HE Diploma32 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 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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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,700 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |