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Land based Studies

  • CertHE
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Writtle Campus
More about Anglia Ruskin University

Course options

2026-2027
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Course summary

Be part of the future of food and farming, build the skills for sustainable, resilient and innovative agricultural systems.

UK students have the option to study Year 1 of this course, either for one year full-time or two years part-time, to achieve a CertHE. You can also choose to combine a foundation year with the CertHE. Contact us to discuss what you can do, or choose your preferred option when you apply.

Our course takes a progressive, future-focused approach to addressing the evolving needs of agriculture today. You'll explore how the industry must adapt to climate change, shifting policies and global food demands by integrating sustainable practices, innovation and systems thinking.

Through real-world learning on our extensive working farm, you’ll examine the full agri-food supply chain, emerging technologies and the role of agriculture in delivering environmental and social value, preparing you to shape the future of a resilient, responsible industry.

Modules

Into ARU
Ecosystems and Sustainable Development (30 credits)
Agricultural Systems in Action (45 credits)
Transforming Agriculture (Towards Net Zero) 15 credits
Biological Processes (15 credits)
Agribusiness Management for a Circular Economy (15 credits)

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Writtle Campus

Study options

  • CertHE • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 14/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
D444
Institution code:
A60
Campus name:
Writtle Campus
Campus Code:
W
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
D444
Institution code:
A60
Campus name:
Writtle Campus
Campus Code:
W

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 48 points

We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

4 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English, maths and science.

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9790Year 1
Northern Ireland£9790Year 1
Scotland£9790Year 1
Wales£9790Year 1
Channel Islands£9790Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9790Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-study/help-with-finances/undergraduate

https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/tuition-fees

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