Course contact details
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Email:admissions@rau.ac.uk
Phone:01285 889912
Royal Agricultural University
Stroud Road
Cirencester
GL7 6JS
Agricultural Business Management
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 3 Years
- Full-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
Course overview
The BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Business Management will ensure you have the skills and knowledge required for a successful and rewarding career working in a range of roles in the extended agri-food supply chain. Whether you want a corporate career bringing about global change or have aspirations of developing a family business, our degree programme will support you in achieving your goals.
You will have numerous opportunities to attend networking events and broaden your horizons through a range of external trips and activities. In addition to doing a work placement, there is also the option of taking a Professional Placement year. You can also develop your own business ideas and receive support through Ignite, our Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Programme.
On successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Agricultural Business Management programme, you may also obtain a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Diploma (Level 5) in Management and Leadership. This is a qualification developed in consultation with employers, proven to improve employability upon graduation. In addition, membership to CMI is free for three months after graduation.
Work placement
In the second year of the programme, you have the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learnt during an Industry Placement. This allows you to build your expertise with prestigious companies in the UK or abroad, whilst growing your range of sector contacts.
For non UK/EU nationals (current Tier 4 visa students), the student will have to arrange their own visa.
Modules
Assessment method
Modules are assessed through a blend of examinations and coursework, including real-life case studies, presentations and reports.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Chartered Management Institute
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
Start dates
- September 2027
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- D4N2
- Institution code:
- R54
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2, 3
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Royal Agricultural University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- D4N2
- Institution code:
- R54
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelCCC
example
UCAS TariffOffer: 96
including at least two A level or equivalent qualifications
Scottish HigherCCCCC
five subjects at Higher level
Access to HE DiplomaDistinction: 15 Merit: 15
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Five GCSEs at Grade C or 4 including English language and mathematics
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 26
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H4H4H4H3H3
Each applicant is assessed on individual merit and offers can vary. All qualifications that you have already studied or still working towards, will be considered when reviewing your application.
The entry requirements listed above represent typical offers for some of the most popular qualifications taken by applicants.
If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have previously studied) please contact our Admissions Office Tel: 01285 889912; or Email: admissions@rau.ac.uk for advice.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- may be required
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | none of the four elements below 5.5 |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
At the Royal Agricultural University we want to encourage students from a wide range of backgrounds to participate in higher education. The additional insight gained through contextual information allows us to recognise a student’s achievements and identify their potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. We are, therefore, committed to offering all eligible students a contextual offer, which is 8 UCAS tariff points lower than our standard offer.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Historical entry grades report
This report uses your grades to show how students with similar results have done when applying to this course in the past. Sometimes, there isn’t data for every possible set of grades. When that happens, universities and colleges occasionally fill in the gaps for sets of grades that are typically accepted.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | TBC |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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