The rationale for this innovative programme of study lies in the increasing significance and awareness of the need for sustainability in food production. It is clear that solutions to the challenge of maintaining sustainable food production in an era of rapid climate, technological and socio-economic change require integrated and co-ordinated actions across a wide range of sectors, and will increasingly require a multidisciplinary approach. This programme is validated by the University of Chichester and aims to provide you with a broad grounding in the main concepts and technologies associated with sustainable food production, which is a vibrant and significant regional industry, and will include a ten-week work-based research project at one of the regions food production businesses. Brinsbury College is a land-based campus with excellent resources for all aspects of horticulture and a working farm. The College has extensive working links and current programmes with the vibrant local food and drink production industry. This programme will focus, using regional industries and businesses involved in food production on current and future applications and on the social and economic implications and potential of sustainable food production. It will also help you to gain practical research experience and acquire the skills needed to understand and develop a career in innovative growing, food production, environmental and sustainability areas. The opportunities for uptake into the sustainable food-based industries are varied and wide. There are a wide range of start-ups, SMEs and larger businesses in the region keen to take on well-qualified and motivated graduates. Opportunities to top up in a wide range of horticulture, scientific and business top-up degrees exist and the College are developing strong links with leaders in these fields. This course is delivered over two years and including a ten-week work-based project in year two.

Year 1 Semester 1 •Sustainable Vegetable, Salad and Fruit Crop Production •Business Management and Entrepreneurship Year 1 Semester 2 •Sustainability and Environmental Management for Food Production and Security •Plant, Soil and Water health and sustainability Year 2 Semester 1 •Work-based Research Project (10 weeks) •Innovations in Technology and Engineering to Support Sustainable Production Year 2 Semester 2 Two of the following options •Fresh Produce Quality and Postharvest •Climate Change related to Food Security •Animal health and welfare

The programme’s assessment strategy consists of a broad range of assessment at an appropriate level for your progression through the programme. The general nature of our assessment provides greater emphasis towards more independent learning as you progress through the course. The primary focus when designing assessments has been to ensure the assessments are appropriate in enabling you to demonstrate your achievement of the learning outcomes. Assessment methods are varied and include reports, presentations, projects and practicals.

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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.

Course code: BSFP

Institution code: C57

Campus Name: Brinsbury Campus

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

Mature applicants with suitable industrial qualifications and experience will be considered by interview and application/assessment.

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Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	No factor below 5.5. For those resident in the UK who have suitable work experience, a college English test is available to show competency in English.

English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

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England	5500.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	5500.0	Year 1
Scotland	5500.0	Year 1
Wales	5500.0	Year 1

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