BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems) (with Foundation Year) (Writtle Campus)

Learn about an approach to crop production that promotes soil health and addresses some of the challenges posed by climate change. Study BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems) at ARU Writtle. Our course is the first of its kind in the UK, developed in response to changes in the agricultural industry, policy-making, and consumer behaviour. Regenerative agriculture focuses on developing or enhancing resilient systems, and the science of managing the soil, landscapes and communities.

Our course places particular emphasis on soil health and the integration of livestock. Youll learn about practices including minimising soil disturbance, maintaining soil cover, reducing the use of pesticide and artificial fertiliser, and using grass leys to build fertility and provide food for livestock.

Well explore how farm-level practices can contribute to far broader goals of building resilient local food chains, providing ecosystem services, and mitigating the impact of climate change.

Study at ARU Writtle, where our farm and field facilities support hands-on learning and sustainable practice. Theyre an 'open laboratory' where you can observe, experiment, analyse, evaluate and gain the skills that employers want. This course focuses on crop production but if your interest is in livestock, consider our BSc (Hons) Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock) degree.

32 UCAS Tariff points from A Level (or equivalent).
5 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.