Agricultural Business Management BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Agricultural Business Management BSc (Hons)
Combine the latest agricultural science with business and technology developments. At Nottingham we take an applied approach. You will learn how to use the science of agriculture to sustainably tackle global challenges, such as how to feed a growing population. Become a future leader in agribusiness.
+ Give presentations to businesses, take part in policy workshops and test out your own innovative ideas
+ Be taught by agricultural business specialists
You’ll get to see current practice round the UK through external visits, and guest lectures...
Combine the latest agricultural science with business and technology developments. At Nottingham we take an applied approach. You will learn how to use the science of agriculture to sustainably tackle global challenges, such as how to feed a growing population. Become a future leader in agribusiness.<br/><br/><br/>+ Give presentations to businesses, take part in policy workshops and test out your own innovative ideas<br/><br/><br/>+ Be taught by agricultural business specialists<br/><br/><br/>You’ll get to see current practice round the UK through external visits, and guest lectures. Bring together your understanding of agronomy, livestock and business principles to develop management plans for real farms and agri-enterprises.<br/><br/>Sutton Bonington Campus is home to the University Farm and Dairy Centre. The farm is commercially run, with facilities for research and teaching. Farm staff contribute to the teaching on our degree programmes. Topics studied:<br/><br/><br/>+ Economic Analysis<br/><br/><br/>+ Policy Making<br/><br/><br/>+ AgriTech and Innovation<br/><br/><br/>+ Agricultural and Food Marketing<br/><br/><br/>+ Rural Business Management<br/><br/><br/>+ Management Consultancy<br/><br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course</strong><br/>+ <strong>Ranked 6th</strong> in the UK for agriculture and forestry (Complete University Guide 2024)<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Farming experience</strong> - See agricultural systems in operation. Learn at the University Farm and through visits to external farms<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Placement opportunity</strong> with companies such as ADAS, Waitrose and John Deere. Gain real industry experience.<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Teaching expertise</strong> - You will learn from subject specialists, who are active researchers in the latest areas of agriculture<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Gain real experience</strong> - Grow, manage and market your own crop or manage a student sheep flock<br/><br/><br/>+ <strong>Study abroad</strong> - You can apply to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world. Read what its like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Study abroad</strong><br/>There are a number of options to apply to study abroad on this course. Experience living and learning in a different culture and gain a global perspective of agriculture.<br/><br/>International semester abroad<br/>You can apply to spend part of your second year abroad, and study at one of our highly-ranked international partner universities. Possible destinations include: <br/><br/><br/>+ Australia<br/><br/><br/>+ Canada<br/><br/><br/>+ USA<br/><br/><br/>Full year abroad <br/>Apply to add an additional year to your degree. Spend a year abroad at one of our European partner universities, between years two and three of your degree, before returning to Nottingham for your final year. This will give you the unique opportunity to combine agricultural studies with learning a foreign language. Possible destinations include:<br/>+ Austria<br/><br/><br/>+ France<br/><br/><br/>+ Spain <br/><br/><br/>Finance<br/>You’ll pay a reduced tuition fee for the time that you’re abroad, with no fees payable to the host university/campus. The University also offers a range of funding opportunities and external funding is also available.<br/><br/>Year in industry<br/>Full support provided in finding a suitable placement, and is a great opportunity to engage in industry while in a supported setting We have good links with companies, and our dedicated placements team is available to support you in finding the right placement. Often a placement year can help you to secure to a graduate job. <br/><br/>Our students have been on placement with:<br/>+ Holkham Farm<br/><br/><br/>+ Frontier Agriculture<br/><br/><br/>+ McDonalds <br/><br/><br/>+ Fisher German<br/><br/><br/>+ ADAS<br/><br/><br/>The industry placement takes place between years two and three of your degree. You can apply during year two of your degree, subject to meeting minimum academic requirements.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Sutton Bonington Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D40A
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,B,B
This qualification is accepted in combination with two Scottish Advanced Highers at grades BB including one science-based subject. Acceptable science subjects include Accounting, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.
Access to HE Diploma
D:21,M:18,P:6
This qualification will be considered where appropriate science content is being studied. The requirement is 60 credits overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3. 21 credits must be achieved at Distinction; 18 credits at Merit and 6 at Pass. 15 graded level 3 credits must be achieved at minimum Merit from acceptable science units.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
including Higher Level 4 in an accepted science subject. Alternatively, 555 or 654 or 744 in 3 Higher Level certificates including an acceptable science subject. Environmental Systems and Societies, Sports, Exercise and Health Science and Psychology. Acceptable science subjects include Accounting, Biology, Business Management, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Systems and Societies, Sports, Exercise and Health Science and Psychology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTEC National Extended Diplomas in the following subjects are acceptable: - Agriculture - Applied Science - Applied Science (Biomedical Science) - Applied Science (Analytical and Forensic Science) - Business Other subjects are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English and Mathematics grade C/4.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DM
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grade B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Scottish Advanced Higher
B,B
To include one science-based subject. This qualification is accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades BBBBB. Acceptable science subjects include Accounting, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
M2,M2,M2
To include one science-based subject. Acceptable science subjects include Accounting, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics.
Extended Project
A
To be considered alongside 3 A levels or equivalent including a science-based subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grades B,C. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient science has been studied. The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
This qualification is considered alongside 3 A-levels (or equivalent). Level 3 Core Maths qualifications from other awarding bodies are also acceptable: - Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics in Context - OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths A (MEI) - OCR Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths B (MEI) A 1-grade lower offer will only be considered for applicants studying 3 A Levels or equivalent plus a Level 3 Core Maths qualification where A Level Mathematics or Further Mathematics has not been studied.
A level
B,B,B
B,B,C
BBB or ABC or A*CC including a suitable science subject. Alternatively, BBC or ACC including a suitable science subject plus A in the EPQ or Level 3 Core Maths. Acceptable science subjects include Accounting, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Geography, Economics, Environmental Science/Technology, Geology, PE, Life and Health Sciences, Psychology and Statistics. Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies are not accepted.
T Level
M
T Levels in the following are accepted: - Science (any specialism) - Agriculture, Land Management and Production (Crop Production, Woodland and Horticulture; Land-Based Engineering; Livestock Production specialisms) - Animal Care and Management (Animal Management; Animal Science specialisms) - Health/Healthcare Science (any specialism) - Finance (any specialism) Other T Level qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure sufficient biology has been studied; please contact us for more information.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A*
C
This qualification is accepted as equivalent to a non-science A Level.
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