Agriculture with Livestock Science

If you want to progress into an agricultural management career, helping to find solutions to the world's most pressing issue of food production and land use, then this course focusing on livestock production is ideal for you.

You don’t need to have an agricultural background; you simply need the passion and drive to work within a fast-changing industry and make that difference.

You’ll how to build a productive, resilient and sustainable industry - whether as a farm manager, agronomist, economist, policymaker, researcher, scientist or consultant – career opportunities are diverse. The extensive industry experience of lecturers, an on-campus commercial farm that supplies Müller, Sainsbury's and Glencore, as well as a modern Agri-Tech Centre will prepare you to make that positive impact on the future.

You'll have access to 400 hectares of commercial farmland, offering plenty of opportunities to get hands-on. This, alongside real-world business briefs and industry placements. You’ll benefit from up to 300 hours engaging in and with the industry as part of your degree.

This includes a supported work placement during the first year of study that counts as credits towards your degree meaning you'll graduate ready for employment.

Course Modules

Our modules are developed regularly to reflect student and industry demands, ensuring you’re well prepared to enter skilled employment on graduation. The majority of courses are comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, the latter of which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals. Most courses also include work placement learning, to help you gain essential experience for your future.

Modules include: Introduction to Livestock Science, Soil and Grassland Management, Introduction to Agricultural Technologies, Introduction to Agricultural Economics, Introduction to Sustainable Agriculture, Farm Business Management and Agricultural Policy, Research Methods for Agricultural and Animal Scientists, Livestock Nutrition, Livestock Health and Disease, Forage Crops, Industry Engagement in Agriculture, Dissertation, Agricultural Social Licence and One Health, Developments in Livestock Science, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Management, Skills for Agriculture, Agricultural Placement.

Modules are sometimes subject to change.

Optional modules change each year - you can attend introductory sessions before deciding which ones to study. For more information, please visit https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/university/courses/undergraduate/bsc-hons-agriculture-with-livestock-science/