**Why you should study Agriculture at WUC...**
- We are situated in the main arable region of Essex with access to many farms including our own 100 hectares of crop production together with pig, sheep and cattle units.
- You will have the opportunity to use both the Writtle farm and the close links with industry via study tours to widen your knowledge and experience.
- You will get hands-on with our arable land, a variety of livestock and machinery in practical assignments and teaching sessions.
- You will receive interactive teaching throughout, developing leadership skills while building confidence in the contribution you can make to the industry.
- We place an emphasis on making science applied and highly relevant, providing you with a deep understanding of the reasons behind agricultural management decisions.
- We welcome students from both farming and non-farming backgrounds. Extra tutorial support is provided to build up an understanding of the sector and develop academic skills if you need it.
- You will learn from expert academic staff who have fantastic connections within the UK and across Europe.
- You will benefit from modern assessment strategies, which are not just about exams, but also real-life case studies and presentations.
- We produce award-winning and high-profile alumni, including two of the last three farm ministers.
- You will have opportunities for frequent interaction with lecturers providing one-to-one feedback and a personal approach to students.
This award prepares students for a wide range of careers in the agriculture industry and ancillary organisations. The course is designed to give students an opportunity to undertake a range of modules that will result in knowledge of farm business management, livestock and crop production. On successful completion of the course, students will have an understanding of the broad principles underpinning general farm production whilst monitoring environmental and commercial viability.
Course Details - Modules
Modules are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Students are assessed in a variety of ways many of which are centred on the College farm, these include.
Practical assessments with both livestock and crops
Examinations – both multiple choice and essay questions
Presentations – both individually and in small groups
Essays and technical reports
Assessed seminars
Case studies
Experimental work and laboratory reports
Poster presentations
Debates
Dissertation
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
D401
Institution code:
W85
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
96 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or above
A minimum of four GCSEs grade A*–C (9-4) including, English Language, Mathematics and Science
96 UCAS tariff points, to include 3 x B
An equivalent or higher combination of grades to that indicated above will also be accepted.
Writtle University College welcomes applicants studying Access to HE Diploma courses. For more information please contact admissions@writtle.ac.uk
Writtle University College welcomes applicants studying the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). For more information please contact admissions@writtle.ac.uk
Total (IB) Diploma point score of 24 or more
96 UCAS tariff points, to include 3 x HE (B1) higher
An equivalent or higher combination of grades to that indicated above will also be accepted.
If you have any questions regarding our entry criteria please email admissions@writtle.ac.uk
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
0%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
45%
Go onto work and study:
80%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
EU
12699.0
Year 1
International
12699.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Writtle
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